Pittsburgh Pirates vs Chicago Cubs Betting Pick & Prediction for 4/12

MLB game preview

The Pittsburgh Pirates will take on the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field on Sunday, April 12, 2026. The game is set to begin at 2:20 PM and will be broadcast on MARQ. The weather forecast calls for overcast clouds with a light breeze.

The Pirates hold a record of 9-5 and lead the NL Central division. They are on a two-game winning streak and have been strong over their last ten games. The Cubs, on the other hand, have a 6-8 record and are currently last in the division. They are looking to bounce back from a two-game losing streak.

Pittsburgh Pirates Team Preview

The Pittsburgh Pirates are coming off a win against the Chicago Cubs. They secured a 4-3 victory with 12 hits. Oneil Cruz was a standout, going 4 for 5 with one run.

In their previous game, the Pirates also defeated the Cubs, winning 2-0. Bryan Reynolds hit a home run, contributing to the team’s success. Carmen Mlodzinski pitched over five innings without allowing a run.

Looking at the season stats, the Pirates rank 10th in batting average at .240. Their pitching staff has a strong ERA of 3.02, ranking 4th. Bubba Chandler is expected to start the next game with an ERA of 3.12.

Pirates vs Cubs Game Day Info

  • Sport: MLB
  • Teams: Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Chicago Cubs
  • Venue: Wrigley Field in Chicago, IL
  • Date: Sunday, April 12, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Pirates +112, Cubs -133

Chicago Cubs Team Preview

The Chicago Cubs have had a mixed start to their recent games. They lost their last two games against the Pittsburgh Pirates. The Cubs managed 9 hits in their most recent game but did not convert them into extra-base hits or home runs.

The Cubs’ batting average this season is .219, placing them 17th in the league. Despite this, they have hit 13 home runs, which ranks them 8th. Nico Hoerner stands out with a .308 batting average and 10 RBIs in 14 games.

On the mound, the Cubs’ pitching has been strong with a 3.24 ERA, ranking them 5th. Jameson Taillon is set to start the next game with a season ERA of 2.53. He will aim to build on his performance and help the Cubs secure a win.

BTB Betting Pick

The Cubs are the favorites with a moneyline of -133. Given their slightly better hitting and pitching stats, picking the Cubs to win seems reasonable. The Pirates have a moneyline of +112, which shows they are the underdogs in this game.

The total for the game is set at 12.0 runs. Both teams have solid pitching, with the Cubs having a slight edge. The projected score is Cubs 6, Pirates 5, which totals 11 runs. Based on this, the under at 12.0 (-113) is the recommended pick.