New York Yankees at Chicago Cubs Odds, Picks & Prediction
Chicago Cubs defeat New York Yankees 5-2. Cubs boast W3 streak and 7.4 PPG average over L10, outpacing Yankees' anemic 3 PPG offense on L1 skid. Superior home form, defensive edges allowing 0 MLB rank #1 stats to PRs, and H2H dominance tilt Wrigley win to hosts.
Quick Facts
- Matchup
- New York Yankees at Chicago Cubs
- Date
- Tuesday, March 24, 2026, 7:05 PM ET
- Spread
- Chicago Cubs -
- Total
- O/U TBD
- Moneyline
- Chicago Cubs - / New York Yankees -
- Best Bet
- Cubs Moneyline
- Prediction
- Cubs 5, Yankees 2
Odds Comparison
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Matchup Preview
The Chicago Cubs (5-5 L10) welcome the New York Yankees (5-5 L10) to Wrigley Field on a hot W3 streak, contrasting the Yankees' L1 slump. Cubs are scoring at a blistering 7.4 PPG while allowing 6.3, but their offense has been the difference-maker. Yankees struggle mightily at 3 PPG scored and 5.6 allowed, signaling offensive woes on the road.
Head-to-Head (Last 5 Meetings)
- New York Yankees 6 @ Chicago Cubs 15
- Chicago Cubs 4 @ New York Yankees 1
- Chicago Cubs 5 @ New York Yankees 2
- Chicago Cubs 0 @ New York Yankees 11
- New York Yankees 5 @ Chicago Cubs 3
Cubs have high-scoring wins in recent H2H clashes, including a 15-6 rout at home.
By The Numbers
| Stat | Chicago Cubs (Home) | New York Yankees (Away) |
|---|---|---|
| Record (L10) | 5-5 | 5-5 |
| PPG | 7.4 | 3 |
| Opp PPG | 6.3 | 5.6 |
| Streak | W3 | L1 |
Defense vs Position Edges
- New York Yankees allows MLB RBI rank #1 (0/game to PRs)
- New York Yankees allows MLB total bases rank #1 (0/game to PRs)
- New York Yankees allows MLB hits rank #1 (0/game to PRs)
- New York Yankees allows MLB home runs rank #1 (0/game to PRs)
- Chicago Cubs allows MLB total bases rank #1 (0/game to PRs)
- New York Yankees allows MLB strikeouts rank #1 (0/game to PRs)
- Chicago Cubs allows MLB stolen bases rank #1 (0/game to Ps)
- New York Yankees allows MLB stolen bases rank #1 (0/game to Ps)
- Chicago Cubs allows MLB home runs rank #1 (0/game to PRs)
- New York Yankees allows MLB walks rank #1 (0/game to PRs)
Both teams feature elite defenses, particularly vs PRs and Ps, setting up a potential pitcher's duel despite Cubs' scoring surge.
Key Injuries
No significant injuries reported for either team.
Odds Analysis
Consensus odds list Chicago Cubs as spread and moneyline favorites (Cubs - / Yankees -). Total set at O/U TBD, reflecting uncertainty but aligning with Cubs' high-octane offense vs Yankees' low scoring.
Player Props to Watch
Focus on Cubs hitters exploiting Yankees' road vulnerabilities, given H2H outbursts like 15 runs. Yankees props lean under on key bats amid 3 PPG drought.
Best Bets
- Cubs Moneyline: W3 streak, 7.4 PPG crushes Yankees' 3 PPG slump.
- Cubs Spread (-): Home edge and defensive ranks #1 vs PRs favor cover.
- Under O/U TBD: Both teams MLB #1 allowing 0 hits/TB/HR to PRs signals low scoring.
Prediction
Chicago Cubs 5, New York Yankees 2. Cubs' form (W3, 7.4 PPG) overwhelms Yankees' offense (3 PPG), backed by top-ranked defenses.
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