Dodgers vs Cubs Prediction, Picks and MLB Prop Bets on March 19: Back Kyle Tucker to Bounce Back in Tokyo

Round 1 in the Tokyo Series went to the pitchers as the Los Angeles Dodgers and Chicago Cubs combined to go 4 for 22 with runners in scoring position. The favored Dodgers did enough to win and cover against the MLB lines in the first game of the 2025 Major League Baseball season.

The two teams are back at it bright and early Wednesday morning with Justin Steele going for the Cubs and the Dodgers turning to key offseason acquisition Roki Sasaki. There could be value bets for the taking if you’re looking for MLB expert picks.

Dodgers vs Cubs How to Watch

• Game: Los Angeles Dodgers (1-0) vs Chicago Cubs (0-1)
• Date/Time: Wednesday, March 19, 6:10 AM ET
• Location: Tokyo Dome, Tokyo, Japan
• Dodgers vs Cubs Live Stream: MLB.tv

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Top Dodgers vs Cubs MLB Prop Pick Today

• Kyle Tucker to Have 2+ Runs + RBIs (+179)

The Dodgers weren’t the only team making plenty of moves in the offseason. Former World Series champion Kyle Tucker left the Houston Astros to join the Chicago Cubs. It’s not the easiest way to start, facing a Dodgers team with the shortest World Series odds.

Tucker was 0-for-4 (0-for-1 with runners in scoring position) in his debut with the Cubs. Yes, there could be an adjustment period as Tucker switches teams and leagues. However, when looking at some MLB betting trends, remember that in his first four games last season after being held without a hit, Tucker was 7 for 17 with three runs scored and three RBIs.

“It’s pretty cool to be here and play in [the Tokyo Dome] … it’s a pretty special moment.” – Kyle Tucker@Cubs|#TokyoSeriespic.twitter.com/msgDYky6DD

— MLB Network (@MLBNetwork)March 18, 2025

Look for Tucker to deliver on the +179 odds to have 2+ runs + RBIs as he has a chance to better his MLB MVP odds.

Bet This Pick: Kyle Tucker 2+ Runs + RBIs (+179)

Dodgers vs Cubs Moneyline Pick

The World Series champions took care of business in the season opener despite falling behind early. Not that the Dodgers need any advantages, but can you really bet against Roki Sasaki pitching in Tokyo in his MLB debut?

Roki Sasaki made sure to pay his respects to YOSHIKI ahead of his National Anthem performance before the Dodgers vs Cubs season opener 👏 pic.twitter.com/xsLf33r29j

— Dodgers Nation (@DodgersNation) March 18, 2025

The Cubs will look to earn a split of the two-game Tokyo Series. However, Dodgers ML (-148) is the MLB best bet.

Bet on Dodgers ML (-148)

Dodgers vs Cubs Runline Pick

It’s no secret the Dodgers are the better team here. While the Cubs have improved, they’re stepping into a buzzsaw against the most dangerous lineup in baseball.

Even without Betts and Freeman, the Dodgers made MLB news when they came away with the Game 1 victory. It remains to be seen what the Cubs do this season but opening with two games against the Dodgers is a tough ask.

The Dodgers led all MLB teams by covering the run line 80 times a season ago as the betting favorite. Even though the Cubs deliver 62% of the time on the run line when listed by BetUS Sportsbook as the underdog, go with the Dodgers at -1.5 (+115).

Those preferring MLB futures bets should jump on the +250 odds for the Dodgers to repeat as World Series champions before those odds change.

Bet on Dodgers -1.5 (+115)

Dodgers vs Cubs Total Pick

The Dodgers led all MLB teams with 100 games landing over the sports betting odds total last season. However, the 2025 opener fell under the 8-run total.

Sasaki and Justin Steele is a delicious pitching matchup. However, we’ll go with Wednesday’s game to finish over 8 runs as some MLB news could be made in Tokyo.

Bet on Dodgers vs Cubs Over 8 Runs (-115)

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