Will the Reds vs. Cubs Game Be Postponed, Suspended May 4? What Happens to My Bet?

Scattered thunderstorms in the Chicago area this evening could disrupt the Reds vs. Cubs game, however, these should be fast moving as opposed to consistent rains throughout the evening hours.   Always check with your sportsbook to understand their policy on suspended or postponed games and how this policy applies to specific bet types as they do vary.

What Happens to My Bet if Game is Suspended or Postponed? 

If the game is postponed before it begins and is not played within 48 hours of the original start time, all bets are voided, and your stake is refunded at most online sportsbooks.

If the game starts but is suspended and not completed within 48 hours, bets are voided unless the outcome of a specific market has already been determined at most online sportsbooks.

Impacts on Types of Bets

• Single Bets: These are voided if the game isn't completed within the 48-hour window, and your stake is returned.​
• Parlay Bets: If one leg of your parlay is voided due to a postponed game, that leg is removed, and the parlay continues with the remaining selections. The odds and potential payout are adjusted accordingly.
• Player Props: These require all listed players to be active. If a player doesn't participate, the bet is voided.

Totals

If the game goes at least 9 innings (or 8.5 if the home team is winning), the total bet is counted and will be graded accordingly based on the score at the time of suspension.

Should the game be called off prior to 8.5 innings (or 9 full innings if the visiting team is ahead), the total bet is voided at most books. It will therefore be marked as "no action" and refunded in most cases.

In the event of a game suspension that resumes the next day (or within 24 hours), the game is deemed as "unofficial" as it applies to totals bets.  Therefore, they are voided.  However, some books do treat suspensions when resumed the next day differently in regard to totals so it is important to check individual sportsbook rules.

Rays vs. Guardians Betting Preview 

Chicago; Monday, 7:40 p.m. EDT

PITCHING PROBABLES: Reds: Chase Petty (0-0); Cubs: Edward Cabrera (3-0, 3.06 ERA, 1.19 WHIP, 29 strikeouts)

LINE: Cubs -209, Reds +173; over/under is 11 1/2 runs

BOTTOM LINE: The Cincinnati Reds visit the Chicago Cubs looking to break a three-game road skid.

Chicago has a 22-12 record overall and a 14-5 record at home. The Cubs are 18-5 in games when they record at least eight hits.

Cincinnati has a 20-14 record overall and a 10-6 record on the road. The Reds have a 9-3 record in games when they hit at least two home runs.

The teams meet Monday for the first time this season.

TOP PERFORMERS: Nico Hoerner has 10 doubles, four home runs and 26 RBI for the Cubs. Seiya Suzuki is 14 for 39 with a double, four home runs and six RBI over the last 10 games.

Elly De La Cruz has a .271 batting average to lead the Reds, and has six doubles and 10 home runs. Nathaniel Lowe is 11 for 36 with five home runs and 10 RBI over the past 10 games.

LAST 10 GAMES: Cubs: 7-3, .264 batting average, 5.11 ERA, even run differential

2026 World Series Odds (Updated May 4)

All odds courtesy of BetUS here

World Series 2026 Winner
Los Angeles Dodgers
+190
New York Yankees
+550
Atlanta Braves
+1100
Seattle Mariners
+1400
Chicago Cubs
+1500
Detroit Tigers
+1800
Texas Rangers
+2000
Toronto Blue Jays
+2500
Philadelphia Phillies
+2700
Baltimore Orioles
+3000
San Diego Padres
+3000
Milwaukee Brewers
+3000
New York Mets
+3300
Houston Astros
+4000
Cleveland Guardians
+4000
Cincinnati Reds
+4500
Pittsburgh Pirates
+4500
Boston Red Sox
+5000
Tampa Bay Rays
+5000
Kansas City Royals
+5000
Athletics
+5500
Arizona Diamondbacks
+8000
San Francisco Giants
+12500
Minnesota Twins
+12500
St. Louis Cardinals
+15000
Miami Marlins
+17500
Los Angeles Angels
+17500
Chicago White Sox
+25000
Colorado Rockies
+50000
Washington Nationals
+50000

Prior Odds From April 26 (See How They've Changed Since That Time)

Los Angeles Dodgers
+175
New York Yankees
+700
Seattle Mariners
+1300
Atlanta Braves
+1300
Detroit Tigers
+1800
Chicago Cubs
+2000
Toronto Blue Jays
+2200
Texas Rangers
+2200
Baltimore Orioles
+2500
San Diego Padres
+2700
Philadelphia Phillies
+3000
Milwaukee Brewers
+3000
New York Mets
+3000
Boston Red Sox
+3300
Pittsburgh Pirates
+3500
Cincinnati Reds
+4000
Houston Astros
+4000
Cleveland Guardians
+4000
Athletics
+5000
Tampa Bay Rays
+5000
Kansas City Royals
+5000
Arizona Diamondbacks
+7000
San Francisco Giants
+8000
Minnesota Twins
+8000
Los Angeles Angels
+12500
Miami Marlins
+15000
St. Louis Cardinals
+15000
Chicago White Sox
+30000
Washington Nationals
+40000
Colorado Rockies
+50000

• Dan Shapiro, Gambling911.com