San Diego Padres vs Chicago Cubs Betting Pick & Prediction for 7/1

MLB game preview

On Wednesday, July 1, 2026, the San Diego Padres will take on the Chicago Cubs in an MLB regular season game. The game will be held at Wrigley Field in Chicago, IL, with a start time of 2:20 PM. The Padres enter the game with a record of 43-41, while the Cubs hold a 48-38 record.

The Padres are currently second in the NL West division. They are on a four-game losing streak. The Cubs are second in the NL Central division and have won their last four games. The game will be broadcast on SDPA, and the weather forecast predicts a very hot day with a light breeze under clear skies.

San Diego Padres Team Preview

The San Diego Padres have been struggling in recent games. They have lost four of their last five games, with their only win coming against the Dodgers. Their batting has been inconsistent, with a team batting average of .222, which ranks 20th in the league.

Key players like Fernando Tatis Jr. and Manny Machado are crucial for the Padres’ lineup. Tatis Jr. recently hit two home runs against the Cubs, showing his ability to drive in runs. Meanwhile, Machado leads the team with 16 home runs this season, but his batting average is .189.

The Padres’ pitching has been more reliable, with an earned run average of 3.91, ranking 10th in the league. Walker Buehler is expected to start against the Cubs, with a 5-3 record and a 3.81 ERA this season. He will need to contain the Cubs’ offense to give the Padres a chance to win.

Padres vs Cubs Game Day Info

  • Sport: MLB
  • Teams: San Diego Padres vs. Chicago Cubs
  • Venue: Wrigley Field in Chicago, IL
  • Date: Wednesday, July 1, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Padres Moneyline +107, Cubs Moneyline -128, Padres Runline +1.5 (-183), Cubs Runline -1.5 (+152), Total Over 11.5 (-118), Total Under 11.5 (-102)

Chicago Cubs Team Preview

The Chicago Cubs have shown a strong performance recently. They secured a 9-7 win against the San Diego Padres on June 30, with five home runs contributing to their victory. Dansby Swanson had a standout game, hitting two home runs and driving in three runs.

In their game on June 29, the Cubs narrowly defeated the Padres 3-2. Shota Imanaga pitched 6 1/3 innings, allowing two earned runs. Seiya Suzuki was a key hitter, contributing two hits and two RBIs.

The Cubs’ offense has been consistent, holding an 11th rank in batting average and 2nd in on-base percentage this season. Pete Crow-Armstrong leads the team with a .284 average and 18 home runs. Colin Rea will start for the Cubs in their next game, aiming to improve his 4.80 ERA this season.

BTB Betting Pick

The Cubs are favored with a moneyline of -128, while the Padres have a moneyline of +107. The Cubs have a higher batting average and on-base percentage this season. With this edge in hitting, the Cubs are the pick to win straight up. The projected score is Cubs 6, Padres 5.

The total for the game is set at 11.5 runs. Both teams have solid offenses, but the Cubs’ pitching has a better earned run average. This suggests a slightly lower scoring game than expected. The recommendation is to pick the under at 11.5 runs. The projected total is 11 runs.