Los Angeles Dodgers vs Chicago Cubs Picks, Prediction, Odds, and Line Movement for Tuesday August 4 2026
Tonight's Los Angeles Dodgers vs Chicago Cubs picks feature Tarik Skubal against Javier Assad at Wrigley Field. Los Angeles is a heavy -210 favorite, removing the moneyline from consideration. The starting matchup and a 9-run total make the under the cleaner position. Readers can also review our MLB player props coverage and daily MLB picks and predictions before first pitch.
Best Available Odds for Los Angeles Dodgers vs Chicago Cubs
- Moneyline: Los Angeles Dodgers -210 | Chicago Cubs +180
- Total: Over 9 (-110) | Under 9 (-110)
Game Info
- Date: Tuesday, August 4, 2026
- Time: 8:05 p.m. EDT
- Location: Wrigley Field, Chicago, Illinois
- Probable Pitchers: Tarik Skubal vs Javier Assad
Los Angeles Dodgers vs Chicago Cubs Preview
Skubal gives the Dodgers a major advantage and can limit a Chicago lineup that has produced more offense at home. Assad has been steady enough to prevent Los Angeles from building an immediate lead. The Cubs may struggle to contribute enough for the game to reach ten runs.
The MLB betting trends show Dodgers team totals have gone under in 66 of 113 decisions. Chicago home games have leaned slightly higher, but Skubal is a much stronger matchup than the average visiting starter. Los Angeles games have also produced more unders than overs overall.
Los Angeles is currently -210 with Chicago at +180 and the total at 9. The favorite price offers little value, while the total gives under bettors a push if the game finishes with exactly nine runs.
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Pitching Matchup
Skubal enters with a 2.79 ERA and gives Los Angeles elite swing-and-miss ability. He can neutralize Chicago's left-handed power and work deep into the game.
Assad carries a 3.75 ERA and has been reliable enough to keep the Cubs competitive. He must avoid walks and force the Dodgers to string hits together.
Game Thesis: Skubal can suppress Chicago, while Assad can prevent Los Angeles from turning the game into a blowout. The under is the only recommended market.
Best Bet - Under 9 (-110)
The under is the best bet because Skubal can hold the Cubs near two or three runs and Assad has provided solid run prevention. Los Angeles does not need a large offensive total to win comfortably. A 5-3 Dodgers victory stays below nine.
Prediction: Los Angeles Dodgers 5, Chicago Cubs 3
