Los Angeles Dodgers vs Chicago Cubs Picks, Prediction, Odds, and Line Movement for Monday August 3 2026
The Los Angeles Dodgers visit the Chicago Cubs on Monday night with Los Angeles listed as a -126 road favorite, Chicago at +104, and the total set at eight runs. If you are searching for more value on today's slate, check out our full MLB picks before locking in your card.
TLDR: Quick Picks and Prediction
- Spread Pick: Dodgers -1.5 (+134)
- Total Pick: Under 8
- Final Score Prediction: Dodgers 5, Cubs 2
Odds and Line Movement
Los Angeles has strengthened as the favorite over the past day, moving from -131 to -126 on Chicago's side of the ledger, while the total has held around eight runs with only minor fluctuation. Here is the current market followed by the full line movement for both the moneyline and total.
Current Odds
| Market | LA Dodgers | Chi. Cubs |
|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | -126 | +104 |
| Total | 8 (Over -117 / Under -103) | |
Line Movement
| Date | Time | LA Dodgers | Chi. Cubs | Public ($, #) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/03 | 05:36:48AM | -126 | +104 | LAD 87%, 79% |
| 08/03 | 03:02:56AM | -126 | +104 | LAD 85%, 77% |
| 08/02 | 11:00:05PM | -127 | +105 | LAD 56%, 73% |
| 08/02 | 10:56:25PM | -127 | +105 | LAD 56%, 73% |
| 08/02 | 08:40:05PM | -126 | +104 | CHC 57%, 20% |
| 08/02 | 08:21:05PM | -126 | +104 | CHC 57%, 20% |
| 08/02 | 04:39:27PM | -131 | +109 | LAD 87%, 89% |
| 08/02 | 04:39:27PM | -131 | +109 |
Line Movement - Total
| Date | Time | Over | Under | Public ($, #) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/03 | 05:36:48AM | 8o-117 | 8u-103 | O63% |
| 08/03 | 03:16:06AM | 8o-113 | 8u-107 | O63% |
| 08/03 | 03:02:56AM | 8o-110 | 8u-110 | O63% |
| 08/02 | 11:00:05PM | 8o-103 | 8u-117 | O50% |
| 08/02 | 10:56:25PM | 8o-111 | 8u-109 | O50% |
| 08/02 | 08:21:05PM | 8o-118 | 8u-102 | U87% |
| 08/02 | 04:39:27PM | 8Âœo+100 | 8Âœu-120 |
Dodgers vs Cubs Key Matchups and Game Preview
Los Angeles' Command Advantage
Justin Wrobleski starts for the Dodgers after compiling an 11-2 record with a 2.88 ERA and 1.02 WHIP through 112.2 innings. The left-hander has surrendered only 94 hits and 12 home runs while issuing 21 walks, giving him an excellent combination of command and contact management.
Chicago's Workload Concerns
Chicago counters with Matthew Boyd, who is 6-1 with a 3.41 ERA and 1.20 WHIP across 66 innings. Boyd has struck out 60, walked 19 and allowed six homers, but his lighter workload creates some uncertainty about how deeply he can work against a dangerous lineup.
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Dodgers' Offensive Depth
Los Angeles owns the stronger offensive profile with a .262 average, .340 on-base percentage and .431 slugging percentage, compared with Chicago's .247 average and .411 slugging percentage. Freddie Freeman leads the Dodgers with a .310 average and .385 on-base percentage, while Shohei Ohtani has supplied 24 home runs and 67 RBI. Andy Pages leads Los Angeles with 74 RBI and adds another 18 homers.
Cubs' Top Offensive Threat
Pete Crow-Armstrong has been Chicago's top offensive force, batting .282 with 24 home runs, 64 RBI and a .538 slugging percentage. Despite that individual production, the Cubs' overall offensive profile trails Los Angeles' across the board.
Betting Trends: LAD and CHC
The Dodgers enter at 69-43 and lead the National League West by 10 games, while the Cubs are 63-49 and sit 6.5 games behind Milwaukee in the NL Central. Chicago won the first of three meetings this season, but Los Angeles captured the last two games of their April series by scores of 12-4 and 6-0. The Dodgers have lost three straight, but all three defeats came against Boston, and their 54-31 night-game record remains impressive. Chicago is coming off a 2-1 loss to the Yankees and has dropped two of its last three.
Key Injuries and Things To Know: LAD and CHC
Injuries are more concerning for the Dodgers' pitching depth, with Bobby Miller, Gavin Stone, Blake Snell and Blake Treinen unavailable. Catcher Dalton Rushing is also day-to-day, potentially affecting the club's depth behind the plate. Chicago is missing relievers Hoby Milner, Ethan Roberts and Daniel Palencia, which could leave the bullpen vulnerable if Boyd exits early, while Edward Cabrera remains out of the rotation.
Dodgers vs Cubs Side and Over/Under Picks
- Side Pick: Dodgers -1.5 (+134)
- Total Pick: Under 8
Wrobleski's superior command, lower WHIP and ability to limit home runs give Los Angeles the pitching edge, while the Dodgers also possess the deeper lineup. The under is appealing because both starters have pitched effectively and neither gives away many free passes.
Final Score Prediction
- Final Score: Dodgers 5, Cubs 2
How to Wager On Dodgers vs Cubs
Bettors looking to get down on Dodgers vs Cubs have several tools available to help shape their picks. Our AI picks hub breaks down model-driven projections for this matchup, while the Dimers review and Oddible review offer additional angles on the run line, total and moneyline markets for this NL matchup.
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