The St. Louis Cardinals and Milwaukee Brewers are set to face off on Wednesday in the final game of a three-game series at American Family Field, Milwaukee. The first pitch is scheduled for 1:40 p.m. ET. This matchup is crucial as both teams vie for better positioning in the NL Central standings.
Current Standings and Series Overview
The Cardinals currently hold a record of 29 wins and 24 losses, while the Brewers are performing slightly better with 31 wins and 21 losses. The Brewers lead the season series 3-1, having already secured several key victories over St. Louis.
Recent Performance
The Cardinals have struggled recently, losing six out of their last eight games since May 17. They faced a particularly tough weekend, managing just two hits in a 3-0 loss and falling 6-0 in their latest outing against the Brewers. This grim trend has included three shutout losses.
Conversely, the Brewers bounced back after experiencing two home losses to the Los Angeles Dodgers. They are now 11-4 at home since April 26, showcasing their ability to capitalize on home-field advantage.
Pitching Matchup
The projected starters for this game include RHP Dustin May for the Cardinals. May has a record of 3 wins and 5 losses with a 5.00 ERA over ten starts. His last outing ended in a loss against the Pittsburgh Pirates, where he allowed four earned runs over 5.1 innings.
On the other side, Chad Patrick (2-2, 2.63 ERA) may take the mound for the Brewers. He has not pitched since his last outing on Friday but has shown promise with strong performances across his appearances this season.
Betting Odds and Predictions
According to the latest lines from FanDuel Sportsbook, the moneyline odds are as follows:
- Cardinals: +124
- Brewers: -146
The run line stands at Cardinals +1.5 (-164) and Brewers -1.5 (+136). The Over/Under for the game is set at 8.5 runs.
In terms of predictions, analysts favor the Brewers to edge out the Cardinals with a projected score of 4-3. The Brewers have demonstrated a strong track record in recent matchups within Milwaukee, with a 5-1 record in the last six contests against St. Louis at home.
Key Takeaways
- Brewers hold a strong home record at 11-4 since late April.
- Cardinals struggling offensively, scoring just 4.42 runs per game.
- Pitching matchup could favor the Brewers if Patrick starts.
- The Under bet has seen success in recent matchups.
As the teams prepare for this crucial showdown, both squads are looking to make a statement. Fans can catch the action live and hope for an exciting conclusion to this tightly contested series.
