This Wednesday, the St. Louis Cardinals will take on the Milwaukee Brewers, which is one event that fans as well as bettors are anticipating in what is expected to be a very important matchup in the MLB calendar. With the Brewers comfortable at the top of the bunch while the Cardinals are trying to have a record above .500, this contest at American Family Field is not about only improving one’s regular season metrics – it is looking into the future of the playoffs. Now, let us head for the best premium insights of this exciting fight.
Cardinals vs. Brewers 9/4/24 Game Info and Odds |
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| When: | Wednesday, September 4, 2024 at 7:40 PM ET |
| Where: | American Family Field |
| Watch: | BSMW, ESPN, Fubo |
| Cardinals odds: | -111 ML |
| Brewers odds: | -106 ML |
| Total Line: | 7.5 |
Cardinals (70-69) vs. Brewers (81-58)
The Cardinals, who have a near-even win-loss record currently, display a bit of good and a bit of bad in terms of recent performance. But there’s something to be said about the strength of the team despite the puzzling season, drawing from the performances of the last five games against the Brewers and the Yankees. Notable in this winning streak is also a significant victory over the Brewers recorded yesterday 7-4, proving that on their best days, they can compete head-to-head with the best teams.
| Cardinals Last 5 Games | |||
| Date | Opponent | Score | SU |
| Sep 3, 2024 | MIL | 7-4 | Win |
| Sep 2, 2024 | MIL | 3-9 | Lose |
| Sep 1, 2024 | NYY | 14-7 | Win |
| Aug 31, 2024 | NYY | 6-5 | Win |
| Aug 30, 2024 | NYY | 3-6 | Lose |
On the contrary, the Brewers are one of the top teams in the league with an impressive record of 81-58. They remain a consistent team as evidenced by their last few games where they were able to earn quite a number of notable wins including home games. The Brewers were able to take a huge bounce back the day after losing to the Cardinals after they hanged a 9-3 trashing to the latter, against the same team. Their game with the Reds also exposed their scoring power and composure under stress.
| Brewers Last 5 Games | |||
| Date | Opponent | Score | SU |
| Sep 3, 2024 | STL | 4-7 | Lose |
| Sep 2, 2024 | STL | 9-3 | Win |
| Sep 1, 2024 | CIN | 3-4 | Lose |
| Aug 31, 2024 | CIN | 5-4 | Win |
| Aug 30, 2024 | CIN | 14-0 | Win |
Sonny Gray (12-9, 3.96 ERA) vs. Colin Rea (12-4, 3.7 ERA)
Sonny Gray as a Cardinal shows up as an intimidating combination of skill set and maturity. The performances can be considered dependable rather than stellar which is reflected in his season statistics of a 3.96 ERA and a WHIP of 1.1. In his strikeouts, he possesses his strengths too as well as the usual susceptibility such a right-hander is likely to give up home runs but being able to finish off the batters in desperate situations can be a key in this battle.
In contrast, Colin Rea has been one of the key members of the Brewers’ pitching staff throughout this season. With a 3.7 ERA and a 1.16 WHIP, Rea consistently finds himself in the win column and in control of the game as accounted by his 12-4 record. Probably the only reason will be the number of strikeouts slightly lower than Gray’s concerning competition, but hits and walks management worked well for him making important game wins even more so when they matter the most.
MLB Odds/Point Spread: Cardinals -1.5 (+150), Total Odds: 7.5
The betting lines reflect the competitive nature of this matchup, with the Cardinals slightly favored in the spread despite their lower standings. The over has been a common theme in recent games for both teams, making the total of 7.5 an interesting point of contention for bettors.
Cardinals Betting Trends
The Cardinals have shown a penchant for high-scoring games, with the total going OVER in 5 of their last 5 games. Their success against the Brewers in recent matchups has been limited, but their ability to score in clutch situations, especially on the road, should not be underestimated.
Brewers Betting Trends
Similarly, the Brewers have demonstrated strong offensive outings, with the total going OVER in 4 of their last 5 games. Their home record is impressive, standing at 8-2 in their last 10 games, highlighting their comfort and strategic advantage at American Family Field.
Cardinals vs. Brewers 9/4/24 Betting Picks
According to the present development and the past statistics, this match should end in favor of both with a rather score-rich game. Bet on the OVER on 7.5, especially given the recent statistics. It is worth noting that the Brewers are playing at home and have a superior record and win the series, however, with the Cardinals’ improved form and results against strong opposition, they are worth backing on the money line.
For free MLB picks, it is always prudent to back the momentum of the Cardinals, especially with Sonny Gray on the mound who is in a position to quiet the bats of the Brewers. It could be an entertaining game due to the prop bets on total runs and the key performing players.