Detroit Tigers vs Chicago Cubs Betting Pick & Prediction for 7/21

MLB game preview

The Detroit Tigers will play against the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field. The game is scheduled for Tuesday, July 21, 2026, at 8:05 PM. Fans can catch the action on DSN.

The Tigers have a record of 46-53, placing them 4th in the AL Central. Their current streak is one loss. The Cubs, with a record of 56-43, stand 2nd in the NL Central and are on a two-game winning streak.

Detroit Tigers Team Preview

The Detroit Tigers have shown mixed results in their recent games. In their last five games, they achieved two wins and three losses. The team secured a strong win against the Los Angeles Angels on July 18th, with a score of 7-0, thanks to Tarik Skubal’s impressive pitching performance.

The Tigers’ offense has been a bit inconsistent. Kevin McGonigle has been a standout performer, with a batting average of .282 and nine home runs. Dillon Dingler also contributes significantly, leading the team with 19 home runs this season.

The Tigers’ pitching staff ranks well in several areas. They have the fifth-best earned run average in the league at 3.59 and have allowed the fewest home runs. Framber Valdez is set to start the next game, holding a 5-6 record with a 4.10 ERA this season.

Tigers vs Cubs Game Day Info

  • Sport: MLB
  • Teams: Detroit Tigers vs. Chicago Cubs
  • Venue: Wrigley Field, Chicago, IL
  • Date: Tuesday, July 21, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Tigers Moneyline -104, Cubs Moneyline -116, Total Over 8.5 (-110), Total Under 8.5 (-111)

Chicago Cubs Team Preview

The Chicago Cubs have seen mixed results in recent games. They secured a strong win against the Minnesota Twins on July 19th, with a score of 10-1. Shota Imanaga was impressive, pitching seven innings without allowing an earned run. Alex Bregman and Nico Hoerner contributed with multiple RBIs.

The Cubs’ performance at the plate this season has been solid. They have a batting average of .245, ranking 12th in the league. Their on-base percentage stands out at .337, placing them 2nd. The team has also hit 123 home runs, ranking 9th.

In pitching, the Cubs have room for improvement. Their earned run average is 4.27, ranking 18th. David Peterson is set to start in the next game against the Detroit Tigers. He has a season record of 4-7 with a 6.45 ERA, which suggests a need for better outings.

BTB Betting Pick

The Cubs are favored with a moneyline of -116 against the Tigers’ -104. The Cubs have a higher batting average and on-base percentage, which gives them an edge. With this in mind, the pick is for the Cubs to win the game.

The total for the game is set at 8.5 runs. The Tigers have a strong pitching rank, while the Cubs have a lower earned run average. This suggests a lower scoring game. Therefore, the recommendation is to take the under 8.5 runs.