The Chicago Cubs (80-59) and Atlanta Braves (62-77) will face off in the MLB tonight. First pitch from Wrigley Field is scheduled for 7:40 p.m. ET. The game will broadcast live on MARQ.
Chicago is a -155 favorite to win outright on the moneyline, while Atlanta is +130 to pull off the upset. The over/under is set at 8.5 total runs.
Continue below for my Braves vs Cubs predictions and MLB picks for Wednesday, September 3, as well as probable pitchers, betting trends, injury reports and more.
My Braves vs Cubs Prediction
- Braves vs Cubs pick: Under 8.5 Runs (-120)
My Cubs vs. Braves best bet is on the under, with the best price currently available at Fanatics. But as always, make sure to find the best odds by checking our live MLB odds page.
Braves vs Cubs Odds
| Braves Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
+1.5 -160 | 8.5 +100o / -120u | +130 |
| Cubs Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
-1.5 +135 | 8.5 +100o / -120u | -155 |
Braves vs Cubs Preview, Picks
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Braves vs Cubs Best Bet
- Under 8.5 (-120)
