The VSiN Daily Diamond

Chicago Cubs 2026 Betting Preview: Is The Market Under- or Over-Valuing Them?

Episode Summary

Dave Ross and Jensen Lewis reveal their projections and betting values for the Chicago Cubs as they head into the 2026 season.

Episode Notes

Dave Ross and Jensen Lewis discuss why the Chicago Cubs look like legitimate NL contenders after a 92-win season, arguing the roster may be stronger this year thanks to additions like Alex Bregman and the affordable Pete Crow-Armstrong extension. They make a bold case for Cade Horton as a 75-1 NL Cy Young sleeper and evaluate rotation depth (Matthew Boyd, Horton, Edward Cabrera, Shota Imanaga, Jameson Taillon, Justin Steele) plus a solid bullpen (Daniel Palencia, Hunter Harvey, Jacob Webb, Hoby Milner).

What you’ll learn in this episode:

• Why Cade Horton could be a 75-1 NL Cy Young sleeper
• How Alex Bregman + Pete Crow-Armstrong reshape the lineup and payroll flexibility
• The bullpen (Hunter Harvey, Jacob Webb, Hoby Milner) and closer (Daniel Palencia) outlook
• First-inning props and overs at Wrigley Field
• Season-long player props