After dominating Friday’s series opener with an emphatic 11-0 victory, the Yankees look to keep the momentum going — but there’s betting value to be found on one side in today’s Cubs vs. Yankees predictions.
Find out more in my MLB picks for Saturday, July 12.
Cubs vs Yankees prediction
My Cubs vs Yankees best bet: Yankees moneyline (-154 at FanDuel)
While both teams are strong, the New York Yankees offense is on another level. Entering today, the Yankees outrank the Chicago Cubs in on-base percentage, slugging percentage, OPS and home runs.
Not only does New York possess the stronger lineup, but it also boasts left-hander Max Fried taking the mound. Fried remains in the conversation for the AL Cy Young Award, sporting an 11-2 record with a 2.27 ERA and 0.96 WHIP.
The southpaw's underlying metrics are equally impressive, with Fried sitting in the 72nd percentile or higher in xERA, average exit velocity, barrel rate and hard-hit rate.
In six meetings against the Cubs, Fried is a spotless 6-0 with a commanding 1.18 ERA and 0.86 WHIP.
Meanwhile, Matthew Boyd takes the mound for Chicago. and the Yankees flaunt a .316 xBA and 538 xSLG through 36 combined plate appearances against him.
Back the Bronx Bombers to secure another win on home field.
Cubs vs Yankees same-game parlay (SGP)
Yankees moneyline
Aaron Judge to hit a home run
Cody Bellinger to record a run
Aaron Judge has a tremendous track record against Boyd, having previously homered off him while posting a .625 slugging percentage through 13 plate appearances.
Meanwhile, Cody Bellinger has been an offensive machine lately, recording eight runs over New York's past four games.
Cubs vs Yankees odds
Cubs vs Yankees live odds
Cubs vs Yankees opening odds
- Moneyline: Chicago +140 | New York -165
- Run line: Chicago +1.5 (-140) | New York -1.5 (+120)
- Over/Under: Over 8.5 (-105) | Under 8.5 (-115)
Cubs vs Yankees trend
Max Fried has won each of his past six starts against Chicago. Find more MLB betting trends for Cubs vs. Yankees.
How to watch Cubs vs Yankees and game info
| Location | Yankee Stadium, Bronx, NY |
| Date | Saturday, 7-12-2025 |
| First pitch | 1:05 p.m. ET |
| TV | MLB Network, MARQ, YES |
| Cubs starting pitcher | Matthew Boyd (9-3, 2.52 ERA) |
| Yankees starting pitcher | Max Fried (11-2, 2.27 ERA) |
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