St. Louis Cardinals (67-86) vs. San Diego Padres (75-78)
St. Louis Cardinals vs. San Diego Padres 9/22/23 – As the Major League Baseball season draws nearer to its conclusion, the St. Louis Cardinals are set to face the San Diego Padres on Friday, September 22, 2023. The action kicks off at 9:40 PM ET at Petco Park and will be televised on MLBN. The Cardinals enter this game with a disappointing 67-86 record, while the Padres, although below .500 at 75-78, have been on a hot streak recently.
The Cardinals have had a challenging season with their 67-86 record. Boasting a .251 batting average, the Cardinals have scored 683 runs and have hit 204 home runs this year. However, their pitching has been less than ideal, carrying a 4.76 ERA and a 1.45 WHIP. The Cardinals have struggled recently, posting a 2-5 straight-up (SU) record in their last 7 games. Yet, they have found some success against the Padres, going 9-3 SU in their last 12 meetings.
Contrary to the Cardinals, the San Diego Padres, with a .242 batting average and 713 runs, are trying to make the most of the season’s tail end. They have a superior pitching record with a 3.87 ERA and a 1.28 WHIP. Coming into this game, they’ve been on fire with a 7-0 SU record in their last 7 games. Despite their struggles earlier in the season, they have proven to be strong at home against the Cardinals, going 7-1 SU in their last 8 encounters at Petco Park. Don’t forget to check out free expert MLB picks for insights and predictions on their next matchup.
St. Louis Cardinals vs. San Diego Padres Game Info
| When: | Friday, September 22, 2023 at 9:40 PM ET |
| Where: | Petco Park |
| TV: | MLBN |
| Stream | MLB.TV |
Dakota Hudson (6-2 W-L, 5.12 ERA) vs. Matt Waldron (1-3 W-L, 5.16 ERA)
Starting for the Cardinals is Dakota Hudson, who holds a 6-2 win-loss record but struggles with a 5.12 ERA. Over his 70.1 innings pitched this season, he’s allowed 72 hits and 30 walks, which contributes to his 1.45 WHIP. While his win-loss record might seem favorable, his high ERA and WHIP are concerning and could potentially be exploited by the Padres’ lineup.
On the other hand, Matt Waldron will be starting for the Padres. Waldron has a 1-3 record this season and a slightly better 5.16 ERA. Over 29.2 innings pitched, he’s allowed 31 hits and has a WHIP of 1.31. With less experience this season, Waldron might face challenges, but he benefits from the Padres’ recent form and their home advantage.
MLB Odds/Point Spread: San Diego Padres -147, Total Odds: 9
The Padres are the favorites in this matchup with a moneyline of -147, while the Cardinals are the underdogs at +135. The Cardinals have a spread of +1.5 at -155, and the Padres are at -1.5 with odds at +135. The total for the game is set at 9, with the over at -115 and the under at -105.
St. Louis Cardinals Betting Trends
Despite their recent struggles, the Cardinals have been relatively successful against the Padres with a 9-3 SU record in their last 12 matchups. However, their away form has been poor, standing at 1-7 SU in their last 8 games on the road against San Diego. Additionally, the total has gone UNDER in 4 of their last 5 away games.
San Diego Padres Betting Trends
The Padres have been in excellent form recently, posting a 7-0 SU record in their last 7 games. They have a strong record at home against the Cardinals, with a 7-1 SU in their last 8 home games. Recent trends also suggest that the total has gone UNDER in 4 of their last 5 home games.
St. Louis Cardinals vs. San Diego Padres 9/22/23 Betting Picks
Based on recent form and overall season performance, the San Diego Padres seem to be the stronger team heading into this matchup. Given their strong home record against the Cardinals, betting on the Padres to win looks like a solid choice.
For those interested in more specific bets, considering the Padres’ recent form and the Cardinals’ struggles on the road, betting on the Padres to cover the -1.5 spread at +135 could offer good value. The total is a trickier bet, but with both teams having pitchers with high ERAs, taking the OVER 9 at -115 might be the way to go. Check out proven sports picks for more betting insights.
Free Pick and Prediction: San Diego Padres 6, St. Louis Cardinals 3.