The San Diego Padres continue their road trip when they take on the Chicago Cubs as they look to continue their climb up the National League West standings as they look to make up ground on the Los Angeles Dodgers in this Tuesday night matchup at Wrigley Field. It is time to continue our MLB odds series with a Padres-Cubs prediction, pick, and how-to-watch.

San Diego Padres roll into town to face the Chicago Cubs. The Padres lean on a stellar pitching staff and timely hitting, aiming for another road series win. The Cubs who own first place in the NL Central, possess young bats capable of upsetting favored opponents. Could a power surge be in the works against the Padres? This matchup promises to be intriguing, expect a close battle with both teams looking to make a statement.

Wrigley Field braces for an exciting Tuesday night showdown as the Chicago Cubs host the San Diego Padres. The Padres, boasting one of the best pitching rotations in the league, aim to shut down the Padres' offense and continue their winning ways. Expect a hard-fought contest as the scrappy home team attempts to keep their winning ways going as they play host to the visiting San Diego Padres.

Here are the MLB Odds, courtesy of FanDuel. 

MLB Odds: Padres-Cubs Odds

San Diego Padres: +1.5 (-184)

Moneyline: +116

Chicago Cubs: -1.5 (+152)

Moneyline: -134

Over: 9 runs (+100)

Under: 9 runs (-122)

How to Watch Padres vs. Cubs

Time: 7:40 PM ET/4:40 PM PT

TV: Marquee Sports Network, MLB Extra Innings

Stream: fuboTV (Click for free trial)

Why The Padres Will Cover The Spread/Win

The San Diego Padres continue their road trip in Chicago's historic Wrigley Field on Tuesday night, ready to take on Shota Imanaga and the Cubs. While the Cubs possess young, exciting talent, the Padres should have the edge in this showdown.

The heart of the Padres' advantage lies in their loaded lineup that should give Imanaga troubles if he isn't nearly as sharp as he's been early in his big league career. Additionally, San Diego's high-powered bullpen is capable of keeping even the scrappiest teams in check.

The Padres have shown a knack for winning games on the road, playing with a relentless spirit that can intimidate opponents on their home fields. Their confidence should not be affected by the energy of the Wrigley faithful.

While baseball is inherently unpredictable and the Cubs, fueled by their young talent, might deliver an unexpected punch, the Padres look formidable. Their superior pitching staff, a well-rounded offense, and their road-warrior mentality give them the edge in this Tuesday night clash. Look for the Padres to extend their winning ways and add another victory to their impressive season record.

Why The Cubs Will Cover The Spread/Win

Get ready for a great matchup between two surging teams on Tuesday night! The Chicago Cubs, fueled by the power of their historic home turf, are poised to pull off a victory over the mighty San Diego Padres. The key to their success lies in the arm of their young starter, Shota Imanaga.

While Imanaga lacks the same name recognition as other elite pitchers in the majors, he possesses raw talent and the unwavering support of an electric Wrigley crowd. His fastball has electric speed and his off-speed pitches, particularly his unpredictable splitter, have the potential to baffle even the most disciplined hitters. If he can control his adrenaline and locate his pitches effectively, he could deliver a breakout performance.

Moreover, never underestimate the grit of a young Cubs lineup. Hungry to prove themselves on a national stage, they'll look to jump on the Padres pitching early. Names like Mike Tauchman and Nico Hoerner have shown they aren't afraid of the big moment. The Cubs' offense has a spark that, if ignited, could lead to a big inning.

Wrigley Field itself brings an intangible boost, a century of baseball history, and a passionate fanbase. The roars of the crowd could rattle even experienced Padres players, fueling the Cubs' momentum.

Though the Padres are a force to be reckoned with, their intimidating lineup and road success could falter under the unexpected pressure. The Cubs, often underestimated, possess the raw talent and home-field energy needed to defy expectations.

Final Padres-Cubs Prediction & Pick

This should be an exciting matchup between two teams full of talent. The Padres boast one of the more potent lineups in the majors but it is Imanaga who's going to give this Padres lineup a ton of trouble. He's been next to perfect so far in his first year in the majors and he's been unhittable. The way he's able to mix in his fastball with his offspeed pitches have made him a nightmare for any batter and there will be no difference here in Wrigley on Tuesday night. As long as the Cubs can give him some run support expect another great outing out of the special Shota Imanaga as the Cubs continue to gain ground atop the NL Central.

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Final Padres-Cubs Prediction & Pick: Chicago Cubs (-134), Under 9 runs (-122)