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Pittsburgh Pirates vs Chicago Cubs Prediction, Odds and Picks for Saturday, 08/16/25

Updated: 6:00 AM ET Aug 17, 2025

Wrigley FieldSNP, MARQ, FS1

52-71

Pirates

2:20 PM ETSat Aug 16

68-53

Cubs

Chad Hartsock

Updated: 6:00 AM ET August 17, 2025

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A teacher and minister by training, a fantasy sports enthusiast and sports bettor by hobby. I live in the Great Smoky Mountains, and I especially love NCAAF, NFL, NCAAB and MLB. For Chad Hartsock media enquiries, please email contact@pickswise.com.

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