Chicago Cubs vs Atlanta Braves MLB Predictions – 12.05.26

Who will win today? Chicago Cubs vs Atlanta Braves MLB Preview

The Chicago Cubs are the smart money play today because the betting public is overvaluing the Atlanta Braves‘ recent blowout win, creating a perfect opportunity to fade the home favorites at Truist Park. While Atlanta looked dangerous yesterday, the Cubs are a resilient bunch that rarely drops two in a row when their playoff positioning is on the line.

The Starter Showdown: C. Rea vs G. Holmes

C. Rea (4.03 ERA) is far from lights out, but he’s been a master of inducing soft contact when runners are in scoring position. He provides the kind of stability the Cubs need to stabilize the ship after a quiet night at the plate in Texas.

G. Holmes (4.34 ERA) is a massive liability in this spot, as his high walk rate suggests he’s due for a shelling. If he can’t find the zone early, the Chicago hitters will feast on high-leverage mistakes and drive his pitch count up before the fifth inning.

Offensive Trends & Lineup Depth

The Chicago Cubs (27-14) are coming off a 0-3 shutout, but don’t expect them to stay in a slump for long. This lineup thrives on small ball and situational hitting, which should expose an Atlanta bullpen that has been overworked lately.

The Atlanta Braves (28-13) are currently on a warpath, but they often struggle with a “hangover” effect after a dominant victory against top-tier talent. Expect their bats to go cold against Rea‘s breaking stuff as they struggle to find their rhythm in this rubber match atmosphere.

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Our Final Verdict

The Chicago Cubs have the psychological edge here as they look to prove their early-season record isn’t a fluke. With G. Holmes struggling to keep the ball in the park, the Cubs should put up enough runs to cover the spread and push the total over the mark.

Pick to Win: Chicago Cubs

Total Runs (Over/Under): over (Line: 9)