Dodgers vs Cubs Prediction 26 April 2026
📡 The series at Dodger Stadium has already delivered two thrilling games: first, Chicago pulled off a comeback victory with a 6-4 scoreline, then Los Angeles responded with a commanding 12-4 win. Both teams are near the top of the National League standings, both excel at scoring runs, and the prediction for a high total is supported not only by their current offensive form but also by their head-to-head history.
Head-to-Head
📊 In the last 10 head-to-head matchups, Los Angeles and Chicago are evenly matched with 5 wins each. However, when it comes to totals, there's a noticeable trend upward: 7 overs against 3 unders. The recent scores are particularly telling: (12-4), (6-4), (7-6), (11-10), (16-0), and (10-8). This pairing rarely gets bogged down in tight baseball games, and the series in Los Angeles has already crossed the 9.0 line twice.
Head-to-head statistics Dodgers - Cubs
Los Angeles Dodgers Team Overview
The Dodgers boast an 18-9 record and are 10-4 at home. After dropping the series opener, they came back with a vengeance: 14 hits, six runs in the fourth inning, and a decisive 12-4 victory. Max Muncy hit a two-run homer, Andy Pages drove in three RBIs, Teoscar Hernandez chipped in with two hits and two RBIs, and Alex Freeland contributed with two doubles. This offensive depth makes the over a reasonable prediction, even against a strong starting pitcher.
Match Results: Los Angeles Dodgers
Chicago Cubs Team Overview
Chicago holds a 17-10 record, with a 6-5 mark on the road, and recently snapped a 10-game winning streak. Even in their 4-12 loss, their offense remained potent. Seiya Suzuki, Moises Ballesteros, and Miguel Amaya each hit solo home runs, with Suzuki also delivering a three-hit performance. On Friday, the Cubs rallied from a 0-4 deficit, scoring all six runs after the seventh inning, showcasing their ability to put late pressure on the Dodgers' bullpen.
Match Results: Chicago Cubs
⚾ Starting Pitchers
Justin Wrobleski takes the mound for Los Angeles. According to ESPN, the left-hander boasts a 3-0 record with a 1.88 ERA, 0.88 WHIP, 16 hits, nine strikeouts, and five walks over 24 innings. His numbers are impressive, though his strikeout rate isn't particularly high. Chicago poses a threat with their ability to make contact and capitalize on mistakes in the zone. If the Cubs manage to put the ball in play frequently, even a solid start from Wrobleski might not ensure a smooth outing.
Shota Imanaga will pitch for Chicago with a 2-1 record, 2.17 ERA, 0.72 WHIP, 32 strikeouts, and just six walks over 29 innings. He's off to a strong start this season, but his history against the Dodgers is challenging: in April 2025, he allowed five earned runs over 5.2 innings in a game Chicago won 11-10, and in September 2024, he gave up three runs and three home runs. Against the current form of Los Angeles, every mistake could prove costly.
⭐ Editorial Prediction
Sure, both teams have left-handed pitchers with impressive stats on the mound, but a total of 9.0 still doesn't seem overly high for this matchup. The Dodgers have just racked up 12 runs, with contributions from various parts of their lineup, while Chicago managed to hit three home runs even in a lopsided game. Their head-to-heads over the past two seasons often trend towards high-scoring affairs. If Imanaga can't quickly neutralize the right-handed power of the hosts, Los Angeles could seize another opportunity for a big inning. Meanwhile, the Cubs need only to add three or four runs to push the game close to the desired range. Therefore, in the series finale, we're taking the over 9 total.
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