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Cincinnati Reds at Chicago Cubs

MLBregular • 2026-2027 Season
completed
Cubs logo
Cubs
Chicago
6
vs
Reds logo
Reds
Cincinnati
8
CHC 55%45% CIN
Prediction Confidence:
Moderate

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VenueSloan Park
Mesa, Arizona

Team Comparison

Head-to-head snapshot based on our model inputs

Reds (away)
Cubs (home)
45%
Win probability
55%
0
High-impact factors
0
0
Players ruled out
0

Post-Game Analysis

How our model performed

The Reds defeated the Cubs 8-6.

Our model predicted the Cubs would win with 55% confidence, but the Reds pulled off the upset. These outcomes are what keep sports compelling -- and help our model learn.

Looking at the factors our model weighed:

  • Home Field Advantage favored the Cubs and was a notable factor: Base home field advantage applied (no detailed stats available)
  • Offensive Efficiency was neutral and a contributing factor: No offensive stats available for comparison
  • Defensive Efficiency was neutral and a contributing factor: No defensive stats available for comparison

This analysis was generated from our model's pre-game assessment compared against the actual result. Factor accuracy helps improve future predictions.

Reds won 6-8

Reds won in a close game

Prediction IncorrectWe predicted Cubs at 55%

What's Driving This Game

Each factor's contribution to the final win probability

CIN
CHC
Home Field Advantage
Favours CIN|Favours CHC

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Understanding the win probability calculation

2 factors not shown (insufficient data)

Model version: 1.0.0 • Calculated: 3/20/2026, 8:45:00 AM

Key Players

Reds

Chris PaddackSP
Andrew AbbottSP
Chase BurnsSP
Nick LodoloSP
Brady SingerSP

Cubs

Edward CabreraSP
Colin ReaSP
Shota ImanagaSP
Jameson TaillonSP
Dansby SwansonSS

Learn About Our Analysis

Learn about the factors behind our predictions

Frequently Asked Questions

Cubs has a 55% win probability, while Reds has a 45% win probability based on our analysis.

Our model considers weather conditions, offensive and defensive efficiency, rest days, injury impact, and historical performance.

This game is being played at Sloan Park in Mesa, Arizona.

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