Chicago Cubs vs Baltimore Orioles Betting Pick & Prediction for 7/9

MLB game preview

The Chicago Cubs visit the Baltimore Orioles for an MLB regular season game at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. The Cubs have a record of 52-40 and are ranked second in their division. They are on a three-game winning streak and have won eight of their last ten games. The game is scheduled for Thursday, July 9, 2026, at 1:35 PM, with a warm day and light rain in the forecast.

The Orioles, with a record of 42-51, sit fifth in the AL East division. They are on a three-game losing streak, having only won three of their last ten games. Craig Albernaz manages the team, with Dustin Lind as the hitting coach and Drew French as the pitching coach. David Peterson will start for the Cubs, while Trevor Rogers will be on the mound for the Orioles. The game will be broadcast on MASN.

Chicago Cubs Team Preview

The Chicago Cubs have been strong lately, winning three of their last five games. Their recent game against the Baltimore Orioles ended with a 9-7 win. Pete Crow-Armstrong played a big role with two home runs and three runs scored.

In their July 7th game, the Cubs won 5-2 against the Orioles. Matthew Boyd was impressive on the mound, pitching six innings without giving up an earned run. Miguel Amaya also contributed with two hits and three runs scored.

The Cubs’ hitting stats show a batting average of .244, ranking 11th in the league. They excel in getting on base with an on-base percentage of .337, ranked third. The team has hit 117 home runs this season, placing them sixth overall.

Cubs vs Orioles Game Day Info

  • Sport: MLB
  • Teams: Chicago Cubs vs Baltimore Orioles
  • Venue: Oriole Park at Camden Yards, Baltimore, MD
  • Date: Thursday, July 9, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Cubs Moneyline +109, Orioles Moneyline -130

Baltimore Orioles Team Preview

The Baltimore Orioles are coming off a series of recent games where they had mixed results. In their last game against the Chicago Cubs, they lost 9-7. Despite the loss, the Orioles showcased their power with four home runs, including two from Tyler O’Neill.

The Orioles have struggled with consistency in their recent outings. They have lost three of their last five games. Their pitching has given up a fair number of runs, with Dean Kremer allowing four home runs in his last start.

On offense, Pete Alonso remains a key player for the Orioles. He leads the team with 20 home runs and 62 RBIs this season. The Orioles will look to him and others to drive in runs against the Cubs in their next game.

BTB Betting Pick

The Orioles are favored with a moneyline of -130. The Cubs’ moneyline is set at +109. Considering the Orioles’ slightly better pitching stats and the home advantage, the pick is for the Orioles to win. The projected score is Orioles 5, Cubs 4.

The total for the game is set at 9.5 runs. Both teams have decent hitting stats, but their pitching ranks in the lower half. This suggests a higher scoring game. The pick is to go over 9.5 runs. The projected total is 9 runs, close to the line, but leaning slightly over.