St. Louis Cardinals (56 – 73) vs Philadelphia Phillies (70 – 58)
St. Louis Cardinals vs. Philadelphia Phillies 8/26/2023 – Come Saturday, the St. Louis Cardinals will return to Citizens Bank Park for a face-off against the Philadelphia Phillies. The Cardinals, holding a 56-72 record, are positioned fifth in the NL Central standings. During Wednesday evening’s match, the Cardinals secured a 6-4 victory over the Pirates, with Zach Thompson taking the win after allowing 2 runs across 5 innings.
As for the Philadelphia Phillies, they rank as the second team in the NL East with a record of 69-58. The Phillies come into this series following an 8-6 defeat at the hands of the San Francisco Giants on Wednesday. In their recent game against the Giants, Michael Lorenzen pitched for eight innings, conceding 8 hits and 4 runs. Kyle Schwarber, Trea Turner, and Bryce Harper each hit a home run during the game. Get valuable insights and predictions with free reliable baseball picks today.
Padres vs. Brewers Game Info
| When: | Saturday, August 26, 2023 7:10 PM ET |
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| Where: | American Family Field, WI |
| TV: | Bally Sports Wisconsin |
| Stream: | MLB.TV |
Dakota Hudson (5-0, ERA: 3.95) vs Zach Wheeler (9-6, ERA: 3.95)
The starting pitcher for the Cardinals in this game will be Dakota Hudson, who has a 3.95 ERA and a 5-0 record in starts. St. Louis’ bullpen has performed poorly this season, allowing 9.5 hits per game, the second-highest rate in MLB. Nolan Arenado, a third baseman for the Cardinals, is having a standout 2023 season. He now leads St. Louis with 26 home runs and 87 RBI.
On Saturday, the Phillies’ starting pitcher will be Zack Wheeler, who has a 3.95 ERA and a 9-6 record. At 8.9 hits per game, Philadelphia recorded the fourth-most hits in MLB this season. Kyle Schwarber, who leads the Phillies with 34 hits this year, has been slamming the ball.
MLB Odds/Point Spread: Philadelphia Phillies -200, Total Odds: 9.0
The Cardinals have conceded this season, facing difficulties finding their stride throughout the year. St. Louis encountered a stumbling start that set a challenging tone for the rest of their journey. Recently, Hudson’s pitching performances have been commendable, as he seeks to make his case for a spot in the rotation for the upcoming 2024 season. He has clinched victories in his last four starts; however, it’s worth noting that three of these triumphs were against teams prone to strikeouts: the Twins, the A’s, and the Mets.
On the other hand, the Phillies present a tougher offensive challenge compared to those aforementioned teams. Their lineup boasts a considerable depth, even if players like Schwarber face struggles. Wheeler’s consistent performance this season has solidified his role as a valuable pitcher capable of delivering innings and keeping his team competitive in games. The Phillies are currently locked in a battle to secure their top wild card spot, and this motivation is likely enough to propel them to a victory.
St. Louis Cardinals Betting Trends
St. Louis is 2-6 SU in their last 8 games with the Phillies.
St. Louis Cardinals are 2-4 SU in their last 6 games on the road.
The total stayed UNDER in 4 of St. Louis’ last 5 road games against Philadelphia.
The Cardinals are 4-11 SU in their last 15 games with an opponent in the NL.
Philadelphia Phillies Betting Trends
The total stayed UNDER in 7 of Philadelphia’s last 8 outings with the Cardinals.
Philadelphia Phillies are 9-4 SU in their last 13 games at home.
The total went UNDER in 4 of Philadelphia’s last 5 home games against St. Louis.
Philadelphia is 10-5 SU in their last 15 games against a National League rival.
St. Louis Cardinals vs. Philadelphia Phillies 8/26/2023 Betting Picks
The Cardinals stamped a nice impression in their victory over the Pirates on Wednesday. This year, Dakota Hudson wants to finish the season with a perfect record as a starter, but playing the Phillies will be difficult. Expect Philadelphia to triumph at home under Zack Wheeler’s leadership. Get reliable predictions and insights with free latest sports picks today.
Free Pick and Prediction: Philadelphia Phillies will win 6-3.