Los Angeles Dodgers vs Chicago Cubs Betting Pick & Prediction for 8/3

MLB game preview

The Los Angeles Dodgers take on the Chicago Cubs in an MLB regular season game. The Dodgers hold a record of 69-43 and are first in their division. They are coming off a three-game losing streak. The Cubs, with a 63-49 record, sit second in their division and recently lost one game. This game will be played at Wrigley Field in Chicago, where the weather is expected to be warm with a clear sky.

Dodgers manager Dave Roberts leads his team with a strong road record of 36-20. On the mound for the Dodgers is Justin Wrobleski, who boasts an 11-2 record and a 2.88 ERA. The Cubs, managed by Craig Counsell, have a home record of 31-24. Matthew Boyd will pitch for the Cubs, holding a 6-1 record and a 3.41 ERA. The game will start at 8:05 PM and be broadcast on MARQ.

Los Angeles Dodgers Team Preview

The Los Angeles Dodgers are coming off a tough series against the Boston Red Sox, losing all three games. In their last game, they fell 8-4, with Emmet Sheehan struggling on the mound. Despite the loss, Andy Pages and Max Muncy made notable contributions at the plate.

Offensively, the Dodgers have been strong this season, leading the league with a .262 batting average and .340 on-base percentage. Shohei Ohtani and Freddie Freeman have been standout performers. Ohtani has hit 24 home runs, while Freeman boasts a .310 batting average.

On the pitching side, the Dodgers have a solid team ERA of 3.63, ranking fifth in the league. Their pitching staff has also excelled in strikeouts, ranking sixth overall. Justin Wrobleski, with an 11-2 record and a 2.88 ERA, is set to start against the Chicago Cubs next.

Dodgers vs Cubs Game Day Info

  • Sport: MLB
  • Teams: Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Chicago Cubs
  • Venue: Wrigley Field in Chicago, IL
  • Date: Monday, August 3, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Dodgers Moneyline -125, Cubs Moneyline +109

Chicago Cubs Team Preview

The Chicago Cubs have been on a rollercoaster in their recent games. They lost to the Yankees on August 2nd by a score of 2-1. Colin Rea pitched well, going six innings with seven strikeouts and allowing just two earned runs.

In a victory on August 1st, the Cubs defeated the Yankees 5-2. David Peterson was solid on the mound, striking out eight over 6 1/3 innings. Nico Hoerner contributed with a home run, helping the Cubs secure the win.

Against the Cardinals on July 30th, the Cubs claimed a 4-2 victory. They managed 11 hits in that game, with Alex Bregman hitting two doubles. Javier Assad delivered 4 1/3 innings with six strikeouts for the Cubs.

BTB Betting Pick

The Dodgers are favored to win with a moneyline of -125. The Cubs are listed at +109. The Dodgers have the edge in pitching with a lower ERA and a higher rank in batting average against. This makes them the pick to win straight up.

The total for the game is set at 8.0. Both teams have strong hitting stats, but the Dodgers’ pitching might limit the Cubs’ scoring. With the Dodgers’ pitching and the Cubs’ higher ERA, the projected score of 5-3 suggests taking the under 8.0 at -113 is a good choice.