Cubs vs. Pirates prediction, odds, time: 2026 MLB picks for Monday, May 25 from proven model
The Chicago Cubs are looking to end their eight-game losing streak as they face the Pittsburgh Pirates in a Memorial Day matchup. The Cubs have struggled recently, being swept in their last six games at home. The game is set to begin at 1:35 p.m. ET, with the Cubs slightly favored on the money line.
- ▪The Cubs are currently 29-24 and have lost eight straight games.
- ▪Pittsburgh has a record of 27-26 and recently completed a 3-3 road trip.
- ▪Ben Brown will start for the Cubs, while Carmen Mlodzinski will pitch for the Pirates.
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The Chicago Cubs, losers of eight straight, aim to turn around their fortunes during a Memorial Day matinee, as Alex Bregman and the Chicago Cubs take on Brandon Lowe and the Pittsburgh Pirates to begin a four-game series. The Cubs (29-24) are in nightmare mode, mired in an eight-game losing streak after getting swept in six straight at Wrigley to the Brewers and Astros. Pittsburgh (27-26) returns home after a 3-3 road trip to St. Louis and Toronto. Ben Brown (1-2, 2.09 ERA) goes for the Cubs, while the Pirates counter with Carmen Mlodzinski (4-3, 3.96). First pitch from PNC Park in Pittsburgh is set for 1:35 p.m. ET. Chicago is a slight -125 favorite on the money line (risk $125 to win $100) while Pittsburgh is at +105 in the latest Cubs vs. Pirates odds.
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