With the end of the MLB regular season rapidly approaching, contenders and non-contenders have their battles; for some, it is a matter of securing a spot in the playoffs, while for others, it’s about finishing on a high note. The Cleveland Guardians (90-65) facing off against the St. Louis Cardinals (77-77) in a game at the iconic Busch Stadium is one of the intriguing games on the timetable for tonight. In this regard, the game has a playoff setting and is a source of several paid predictions, with both teams displaying different patterns as the critical stage of the season approaches.
Cleveland Guardians vs. St. Louis Cardinals 9/21/24 Game Info and Odds |
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| When: | Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 7:15 PM ET |
| Where: | Busch Stadium |
| Watch: | BSGL, ESPN, MLB.TV |
| Guardians odds: | -143 Moneyline |
| Cardinals odds: | +121 Moneyline |
| Total Line: | 8 |
Cleveland Guardians (90-65) vs. St. Louis Cardinals (77-77)
The Cleveland Guardians have shown remarkable prowess this season, as evidenced by their commendable 90-65 record. A closer look at their recent games reveals a team in formidable form, consistently outplaying opponents. Their success isn’t isolated to just one game; the Guardians have maintained a solid performance streak, winning four out of their last five games, including close battles against the Minnesota Twins.
| Cleveland Guardians Last 5 Games | |||
| Date | Opponent | Score | SU |
| Sep 20, 2024 | STL | 5-1 | Win |
| Sep 19, 2024 | MIN | 3-2 | Win |
| Sep 18, 2024 | MIN | 5-4 | Win |
| Sep 17, 2024 | MIN | 1-4 | Lose |
| Sep 16, 2024 | MIN | 4-3 | Win |
Conversely, the St. Louis Cardinals are battling to stabilize their season at a .500 win percentage. Their last five games show a team struggling to find its rhythm, as evidenced by their recent 1-5 loss to the Guardians. However, they have had moments of brilliance, such as a 10-5 thumping of the Pittsburgh Pirates, showcasing their potential to pull off high-scoring games when their offense clicks.
| St. Louis Cardinals Last 5 Games | |||
| Date | Opponent | Score | SU |
| Sep 20, 2024 | CLE | 1-5 | Lose |
| Sep 19, 2024 | PIT | 2-3 | Lose |
| Sep 18, 2024 | PIT | 10-5 | Win |
| Sep 17, 2024 | PIT | 3-1 | Win |
| Sep 16, 2024 | PIT | 4-0 | Win |
Matthew Boyd (2-1, 2.52 ERA) vs. Miles Mikolas (8-11, 5.49 ERA)
Matthew Boyd has been nothing but a blessing in disguise this season with a 2.52 ERA and a 2-1 win-loss record. He is very impressive based on his performance since he has a low WHIP of 1.07 and has managed to strike forty batters out in thirty-five point two innings on the mound which is quite efficient. Adding Boyd’s skillset will be essential for the Cardinals given their fairly potent offense. He may be the one controlling the tempo of the game if he continues to be that crafty, playing with hitters’ timing and all.
Generally, this season has not been very favorable for Miles Mikolas as evidenced by his statistics of 8-11 with an ERA of 5.49. Still, Mikolas will come into every game and do his best with battle spirit. He has a total of 114 Ks with innings pitched in 160.2 and is a threat to the Guardians hitters since he could find his rhythm early in the game. His contribution falls on the shoulders of the cardiologists as they attempt to beat the strong Cleveland team in the comfort of their home ground.
MLB Odds/Point Spread: Cleveland Guardians -143, Total Odds: 8
The odds show clear Guardians’ recent trends and pitching statistics from this match. The total of under much more than that and set at 8 is an intriguing point considering the current pattern trend of unders in games involving both sides.
Cleveland Guardians Betting Trends
Cleveland has been on such an impressive run lately especially in the last few games will only make it more difficult to lose games in the future playoffs which is a very important on as the playoffs approach. The betting trends show that a good scenario is in line in allowing wins most likely on the road and opportunistically where teams are losing.
St. Louis Cardinals Betting Trends
The trends of the Cardinals, however, point out to instabilityto their game especially when they play against teams in the American League where they have had distinct problems. How well do they perform at home where it is most crucial for their survival, they will have a good chance of doing it against the Guardians.
Cleveland Guardians vs. St. Louis Cardinals 9/21/24 Betting Picks
Opting towards the analysis and present-day factors, it can be verified that Cleveland Guardians are likely to snatch a win from the St. Louis Cardinals. The tourists have proven to be quite strong continually and this will make them a safe option for this game. The breadth of their batting and pitching arsenal gives them a clear advantage over the Cardinals, who have fluctuated on the form curve during the season.
Looking for the best, one smarter approach would be to consider taking the Guardians minus the spread. As for the over/under, it would be reasonable to focus on the UNDER taking into account the most recent stats of both teams. Anyway, there will be no runaway due to these latest MLB predictions.