Parlay: Pittsburgh Pirates VS Chicago Cubs 2025-06-12

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To find the best same-game parlay bet for the Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Chicago Cubs game on June 12, 2025, let's analyze the provided information. The goal is to find a combination that offers good value and a reasonable chance of winning.

Game Details and Statistics:

Teams: Pittsburgh Pirates (28-41) vs. Chicago Cubs (41-27)
- Location: Wrigley Field
- Starting Pitchers: Jameson Taillon (Cubs, 6-3, 3.54 ERA) vs. Andrew Heaney (Pirates, 3-4, 3.24 ERA)
- Odds:
- Moneyline: Cubs around -1.48 to -1.5, Pirates around 2.7 to 2.82
- Spread: Cubs -1.5 around 1.95 to 2.05, Pirates +1.5 around 1.75 to 1.83
- Over/Under: 7.5 around 1.83 to 2.05 for Over, 1.8 to 1.85 for Under

Best Same-Game Parlay:

Given the statistics and odds, a promising parlay could involve the Cubs winning and the total going under. The Cubs are favored to win, and their strong pitching, coupled with the Pirates' struggles in hitting (ranking 29th in home runs and last in team slugging percentage), suggests they could limit the Pirates' scoring.

Chicago Cubs to Win: -1.48 to -1.5 (decimal odds around 1.48 to 1.5)
2. Under 7.5 Runs: 1.8 to 1.85

Parlay Odds Calculation:
The parlay odds will vary slightly depending on the sportsbook, but if we take the median values:
- Cubs to Win: 1.49
- Under 7.5: 1.83

Combined parlay odds ≈ 2.72 (1.49 * 1.83)

Recommendation:
A same-game parlay of the Chicago Cubs to win and the game going under 7.5 runs offers a good balance of risk and reward. This parlay leverages the Cubs' strong position to win at home against a struggling Pirates team and the potential for a lower-scoring game given the Pirates' hitting woes and the generally competitive pitching matchup.

Disclaimer: Always check the latest odds and consider any updates in team status, weather, or other factors that could affect the game before placing a bet.

Created: June 12, 2025, 11:14 p.m. GMT