Detroit Tigers vs Chicago Cubs Betting Pick & Prediction for 7/20

MLB game preview

The Detroit Tigers visit the Chicago Cubs in an MLB regular season game. The Tigers hold a record of 46-53 and sit in fourth place in the AL Central. The Cubs have a record of 56-43 and are second in the NL Central. This game takes place at Wrigley Field on Monday, July 20, 2026, at 8:05 PM.

The Tigers’ Jack Flaherty will pitch against the Cubs’ Jameson Taillon. Flaherty has a 3-8 record with a 4.48 ERA, while Taillon is 2-5 with a 5.19 ERA. The weather forecast predicts overcast clouds with a light breeze, making for a very hot day.

Detroit Tigers Team Preview

The Detroit Tigers have shown mixed results in their recent games. On July 19th, they narrowly lost to the Los Angeles Angels by a score of 3-2. Casey Mize pitched 3 1/3 innings, allowing 1 earned run with 5 strikeouts. Riley Greene and Kevin McGonigle each hit a home run, contributing to the team’s two runs.

On July 18th, the Tigers bounced back with a strong 7-0 win against the Angels. Tarik Skubal delivered an impressive performance, pitching 7 innings with no earned runs and 9 strikeouts. Spencer Torkelson stood out with two home runs and 4 RBIs, while Colt Keith contributed with 4 hits and 2 RBIs.

The Tigers’ season stats highlight strengths in power hitting and pitching. They rank 9th in home runs with 119 and have a team ERA of 3.59, placing them 5th in the league. Dillon Dingler and Spencer Torkelson are key power hitters, with 19 and 18 home runs respectively, while the team will rely on Jack Flaherty, who has a 4.48 ERA, as the probable starting pitcher for the next game against the Chicago Cubs.

Tigers vs Cubs Game Day Info

  • Sport: MLB
  • Teams: Detroit Tigers vs. Chicago Cubs
  • Venue: Wrigley Field in Chicago, IL
  • Date: Monday, July 20, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Tigers Moneyline -105, Cubs Moneyline -115

Chicago Cubs Team Preview

The Chicago Cubs have shown strong performances in recent games. On July 19th, they won against the Minnesota Twins, 10-1, with 12 hits and 1 home run. Shota Imanaga pitched 7 innings, allowing no earned runs and striking out 4 batters.

On July 18th, the Cubs secured another win against the Twins with a score of 6-2. Matthew Boyd pitched 6 innings, allowing only 1 earned run. Nico Hoerner had a perfect day at the plate, going 4 for 4 with 1 RBI.

In terms of hitting, the Cubs have a batting average of .245, ranking 12th in the league. Their on-base percentage is .337, which ranks 3rd. The team also ranks 7th in home runs with 123 this season.

BTB Betting Pick

The Cubs are slightly favored with a moneyline of -115 against the Tigers at -105. The Cubs have a better on-base percentage and slugging percentage, ranking 3rd and 7th, respectively. This gives them an edge in hitting power. Our pick is the Cubs to win the game straight up.

The total for the game is set at 11.5. The Cubs’ pitching has an earned run average of 4.27, which ranks 20th. The Tigers have a better ERA at 3.59, ranking 5th. Considering these pitching stats, the projected score is Cubs 6, Tigers 5, which suggests betting on the under 11.5.