If you're looking for something sensible, you've probably learned by now to avoid Pirates baseball. This year is no exception.

The Cubs have played 29 games, 18 percent of the 2025 season, without facing a team from its own division, the NL Central.

MLB player prop bets and odds for Oneil Cruz on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, as the Pittsburgh Pirates take on the Chicago Cubs.

What is it about the Pirates that there’s always frustration mixed with the good stuff? It’s no different this season.

See all the player props bets with current odds for the MLB matchup between the Chicago Cubs and Pirates on }{ day_of_week ...

The Cubs (17-12) lead the NL Central, and this week’s series creates an opportunity for the Pirates (11-18) to gain ground.