Prop Bets: Chicago Cubs VS San Francisco Giants 2025-08-28
Chicago Cubs vs. San Francisco Giants: A Prop Bet Spectacular
The Cubs and Giants clash in a game where the only thing more chaotic than the lineup cards is the odds board. Let’s break this down with the precision of a perfectly executed suicide squeeze.
Moneyline & Spread:
- Cubs are -150 favorites to win, while the Giants are +135 underdogs. The spread is a razor-thin 1.5 runs, meaning this could be a game where "close" isn’t just a description—it’s a lifestyle.
Totals:
- The Over 7.5 runs line sits at +180, implying this game might be more "offensive free-for-all" than "pitcher’s duel."
Player Props to Bet Against Your Uncle’s Confidence:
1. Patrick Bailey (Giants): Over 0.5 total bases at -130 (56.5% implied). He’s so likely to get on base, it’s like betting the sun will rise tomorrow.
2. Kyle Tucker (Cubs): Over 0.5 hits at -220. He’s so locked in, even his coffee has more confidence than this line.
3. Shota Imanaga (Cubs): Over 5.5 strikeouts at +235. If he does this, the Giants’ lineup will need to start a support group for strikeouts.
Dark Horses:
- Rafael Devers (Cubs): Over 0.5 home runs at -175. He’s basically a one-man HR derby.
- Logan Webb (Giants): Under 5.5 strikeouts at -110. If he fails, the Cubs’ bats might start a victory dance.
Final Prediction:
The Cubs win 4-2, covering the 1.5-run spread. Patrick Bailey will get a hit (sigh), and Shota Imanaga will strike out 6 batters (not the 5.5 implied, but close enough for government work). Bet the under on total bases because nothing says "fun" like a combined 6 hits.
Why Trust Me? Because I calculated the implied probabilities and this is what the math almost said. Almost.
Created: Aug. 28, 2025, 6:14 p.m. GMT