Preview for Sunday, September 27, 2026. Schedule and player information can change.
Chicago Cubs at Boston Red Sox
This matchup has the Chicago Cubs visiting the Boston Red Sox. The listed start is 3:05 PM ET.
Shota Imanaga, the listed starter for the Chicago Cubs, has an ERA of 3.74 and a WP-calculated FIP of 4.51 in the available pitching data, covering approximately 173.3 innings. The listed starter for the Boston Red Sox is not available in this preview. These are schedule listings, not independent confirmation of the final starters.
The available team ERA figure is lower for the Boston Red Sox. Team statistics for the Chicago Cubs show a WP-estimated wOBA of 0.332, a WP-estimated FIP of 4.67 and an ERA of 4.13. Team statistics for the Boston Red Sox show a WP-estimated wOBA of 0.313, a WP-estimated FIP of 3.71 and an ERA of 3.52.
Statistical scope: MLB Stats API; 2026 regular season to date; exact statistical through-date not supplied.
No rated WP selection is available in this article snapshot.
WP home-run candidate for Cubs: Michael Conforto. The selection uses roster and season-stat inputs; it does not establish a confirmed batting lineup or favourable betting odds.
WP home-run candidate for Red Sox: Mickey Gasper. The selection uses roster and season-stat inputs; it does not establish a confirmed batting lineup or favourable betting odds.
Predictions are uncertain; no outcome is guaranteed. Check the picks page for the latest available selections.