Cincinnati Reds Vs St. Louis Cardinals Betting Picks
Current Betting Odds
Reds vs Cardinals Game Information
Tonight’s game between the Cincinnati Reds and the St. Louis Cardinals at Great American Ball Park promises to be an exciting matchup. Both teams are closely matched in the standings and bring a blend of strengths and weaknesses to the field. With the Reds’ recent string of high-scoring games and the Cardinals’ solid pitching, this game could tilt in either direction. Fans and bettors alike should keep an eye on this contest as it could have significant implications for the postseason race.
Reds vs Cardinals Win Probabilities
The St. Louis Cardinals have a 52% chance of winning, fueled by their consistent pitching staff and slightly better batting average. Meanwhile, the Cincinnati Reds hold a 48% chance, bolstered by their speed on bases and power hitting. The slight edge to the Cardinals is due to their reduced error rate and marginally superior on-base and slugging percentages.
Reds vs Cardinals Picks: Full Analysis
Both teams showcase a blend of notable strengths and key vulnerabilities. These crucial aspects will undoubtedly influence the outcome. The following sections delve deeper into each team’s seasonal performance, recent trends, and betting patterns…
The Cincinnati Reds have been an offensive powerhouse, leading with 520 runs, and showing prowess in speed with 164 stolen bases this season. However, their batting average stands at .231, and they have committed 72 errors, indicating defensive vulnerabilities. Conversely, the St. Louis Cardinals have a robust batting average of .246, with notable strengths in their pitching staff reflected in a 4.13 ERA. The Cardinals’ ability to limit errors (only 51 this season) could play a significant role in their defensive strategy against the aggressive base-running Reds.
| Teams | Games | Runs | Hits | Homeruns | Walks | Strikeouts | Wins | Losses | Saves |
| Reds | 117 | 520 | 883 | 135 | 352 | 1041 | 56 | 61 | 24 |
| Cardinals | 117 | 489 | 979 | 121 | 337 | 963 | 60 | 57 | 41 |
Reds vs Cardinals Prediction: Betting Trends
The Cincinnati Reds have shown a trend towards high-scoring games, with four of their last five games hitting the ‘Over’ mark. They have covered the spread in 40% of their recent matchups, demonstrating a volatile yet high potential performance, especially with their significant run production.
The St. Louis Cardinals have a mixed record against the spread, covering in 40% of their last five games. Their games have mostly ended with the ‘Under’ on total runs. This trend points towards strong defensive performances, likely aiming to control the tempo and limit the Reds’ scoring opportunities.
Injuries and Suspensions
| Cincinnati Reds | |||
| Name | Status | Position | |
| Brent Suter | Out (15-Day Injured List) | RP | |
| Austin Wynns | Out (10-Day Injured List) | C | |
| Nick Martini | Out (60-Day Injured List) | RF | |
| Ian Gibaut | Out (60-Day Injured List) | RP | |
| Matt McLain | Out (60-Day Injured List) | SS | |
| Graham Ashcraft | Out (60-Day Injured List) | SP | |
| Brandon Williamson | Out (60-Day Injured List) | SP | |
| Tejay Antone | Out (60-Day Injured List) | SP | |
| Christian Encarnacion-Strand | Out (60-Day Injured List) | 1B | |
| St. Louis Cardinals | |||
| Name | Status | Position | |
| Lance Lynn | Out (15-Day Injured List) | SP | |
| Steven Matz | Out (60-Day Injured List) | SP | |
| Keynan Middleton | Out (60-Day Injured List) | RP | |
| Drew Rom | Out (60-Day Injured List) | SP | |
| Michael Siani | Out (10-Day Injured List) | CF | |
| Riley O'Brien | Out (60-Day Injured List) | SP | |
| Masyn Winn | Questionable (Active) | SS | |
Reds vs Cardinals Prediction
Considering the current form and statistical insights, this game is expected to be tightly contested. However, given the Reds’ offensive explosiveness and the Cardinals’ proficient pitching and defensive reliability, a narrow win for the Cardinals seems plausible. Bettors might consider the ‘Under’ given the Cardinals’ tendency to keep games low-scoring, despite the Reds’ recent high run counts.
