Arizona Diamondbacks vs Chicago Cubs
Box score
| Team | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Arizona Diamondbacks | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 |
 Chicago Cubs | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 10 | 0 |
AI match analysis
Predicted score: 5-6
The analysis suggests a slight favoring for the Chicago Cubs as they come off a high-scoring performance and have a positive head-to-head history against the Diamondbacks. Arizona's recent form shows inconsistency, with high runs conceded, which might impact their defensive strategy. Given the offensive capabilities of both teams, a high-scoring match is likely.
- Arizona Diamondbacks have a weaker recent form, averaging 5 runs scored and 5.4 allowed per game in the last 10 matches.
- Chicago Cubs scored an average of 5 runs while conceding 5 in their last 10 matches, indicating offensive balance.
- In their last 5 head-to-head encounters, the Chicago Cubs have won 3 times against Arizona, highlighting a competitive edge.
Confidence is moderate because the probability gap between outcomes is moderate, and the bookmaker market agrees closely with this read, and some historical data (form, H2H or standings) is still incomplete.
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Why AI favors Chicago Cubs
- Good recent formArizona Diamondbacks
Arizona Diamondbacks have won 3 of their last 5 matches.
3W 0D 2L - Poor recent formChicago Cubs
Chicago Cubs have lost 3 of their last 5 matches.
2W 0D 3L - Historical edgeArizona Diamondbacks
Arizona Diamondbacks have won 3 of the last 5 meetings between these two teams.
3/5 H2H wins
Computed independently from historical data — not a model-reported reason.
What could change the prediction
- Close matchup
The model gives the favorite only a 52% probability, so this is a closely-matched fixture and confidence remains moderate.
How did our prediction do?
We picked Chicago Cubs at 52.1% — final result was Chicago Cubs win, Arizona Diamondbacks 0-7 Chicago Cubs.
Predicted score was 5-6.
The model itself only flagged this as a moderate confidence pick (65/100) — a closer call that happened to land right.
Closing odds vs. our model
Last tracked odds before kickoff, compared against our AI's pre-match probability for the same outcome.
Match trends
- Arizona Diamondbacks have averaged 3.9 runs scored per game over their last 10 matches.
- Chicago Cubs have averaged 5.4 runs scored per game over their last 10 matches.
- Arizona Diamondbacks are unbeaten in 3 of the last 5 meetings with Chicago Cubs.
Odds comparison
Moneyline
Point spread
| Line | Arizona Diamondbacks | Chicago Cubs |
|---|---|---|
| -1.5 | 3.27 | 1.31 |
| -1 | 2.88 | 1.40 |
| +1 | 1.95 | 1.84 |
| +1.5 | 1.76 | 2.10 |
| +2 | 1.58 | 2.37 |
| +2.5 | 1.47 | 2.63 |
| +3 | 1.35 | 3.06 |
| +3.5 | 1.28 | 3.50 |
Total points
| Line | Over | Under |
|---|---|---|
| 7.5 | 1.51 | 2.49 |
| 8 | 1.58 | 2.32 |
| 8.5 | 1.72 | 2.10 |
| 9 | 1.91 | 1.89 |
| 9.5 | 2.10 | 1.74 |
| 10 | 2.31 | 1.60 |
| 10.5 | 2.45 | 1.52 |
| 11 | 2.87 | 1.38 |
Average price across 12 bookmakers we track. Odds change continuously — shown for reference only, not a recommendation.
Model vs market
"Market" is the average bookmaker price converted to an implied probability with the bookmaker's built-in margin removed, for a fair comparison against the AI's own probability estimate.
Head-to-head
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Who is likely to win Arizona Diamondbacks vs Chicago Cubs?+
Our AI model favors Chicago Cubs to win, with a 52.1% probability (Arizona Diamondbacks 47.9%).
What time does Arizona Diamondbacks vs Chicago Cubs start?+
First pitch is at Aug 25, 2026, 1:40 AM (your local time, based on your device).
What was the inning-by-inning score in Arizona Diamondbacks vs Chicago Cubs?+
Arizona Diamondbacks: 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0. Chicago Cubs: 0, 1, 0, 0, 1, 3, 2, 0, 0. Final: 0-7.