Milwaukee Brewers vs Chicago Cubs Prediction and Picks, September 8, 2026

Nico Hoerner has been pretty good in day games right after a night game, averaging 1.6 hits across his last 10 such games. His recent form suggests he can handle the pressure against the Brewers. The Cubs are also scoring well lately, and they've hit better against lefties this season, which adds to the excitement. Milwaukee has been solid too, but both teams are pretty close in terms of scoring lately. The biggest risk here is that the Brewers have held their opponents to just a bit more than the Cubs over the last 12 games. Still, at these odds, betting on Hoerner to score at least one run seems worth a shot.

Milwaukee Brewers vs Chicago Cubs: Pete Crow-Armstrong Over 0.5 Batter - RBIs (+226)

The odds are offering +226 for Pete Crow-Armstrong to drive in at least one run. He's been hitting really well at home, averaging 1.6 hits and 0.9 home runs in his last ten games at Wrigley Field. However, the Brewers have also been performing well recently, scoring about 0.7 runs more than their opponents in the last 12 games we've looked at. That makes this matchup pretty tight. Still, with Crow-Armstrong's current form, it's worth taking a shot on him getting over 0.5 RBIs today.

Milwaukee Brewers vs Chicago Cubs: Carson Kelly Over 1.5 Batter - Runs Scored (+1700)

Carson Kelly has shown some nice hitting recently, averaging almost one run per game over his time at Wrigley Field. He's got a solid chance to score here, especially since the Chicago Cubs struggle against left-handed pitchers. This season, they've allowed hitters like Kelly to thrive, and that plays right into his hands. While the Brewers have been scoring well lately, the Cubs are also coming off a strong stretch. The close competition means nothing is guaranteed, and the Cubs could easily keep Kelly from crossing home plate. Still, with the odds at +1700, it's worth taking a shot on Kelly getting over 1.5 runs scored today.

That is everything our model likes in this game. Prices can move before you get on, so check the board at your bookmaker. Bet what you can afford to lose. If betting stops being fun, take a break.