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MLB Moneyline Best Picks: Atlanta Braves vs St. Louis Cardinals

 

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Game Summary

The Atlanta Braves will host the St. Louis Cardinals at Truist Park on July 21. Both teams are vying for a crucial win as they look to solidify their standings in their respective divisions. The Braves come into this matchup with a record of 53-42, a solid position that reflects their strong performance this season, especially when playing at home where they have a 29-17 record. On the other hand, the Cardinals are not far behind with a 50-46 record and have shown resilience on the road with a 24-24 record. This game promises to be a competitive one, with both teams having their strengths and weaknesses.

Spencer Schwellenbach will be the probable starting pitcher for the Braves. Schwellenbach has a 3-4 record with an ERA of 4.43. While his stats indicate some struggles, he has the ability to perform well under pressure, especially at home. The Cardinals will counter with Miles Mikolas, who has a 7-8 record and an ERA of 5.13. Mikolas has had a challenging season but has shown moments of brilliance that could be pivotal in this game.

Both teams have key players who can make a difference. For the Braves, Marcell Ozuna has been a standout performer with a batting average of .303, 26 home runs, and 77 RBIs. The Cardinals will look to Alec Burleson and Nolan Gorman to lead their offense, with Burleson boasting a .288 batting average and Gorman hitting 17 home runs so far this season.

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Odds and Betting Lines

Market	Odds
Over/Under	9.5
Braves Spread	-1.5 (+120)
Cardinals Spread	+1.5 (-140)
Braves Moneyline	-162
Cardinals Moneyline	+136

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Pitching Probables

Player	W-L	ERA	Strikeouts
Spencer Schwellenbach (ATL)	3-4	4.43	41
Miles Mikolas (STL)	7-8	5.13	77

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Team Previews

Atlanta Braves

Hitting: The Braves have been somewhat inconsistent at the plate this season, ranking 22nd in runs scored (407) and 17th in batting average (.241). However, Marcell Ozuna has been a bright spot with a .303 average, 26 home runs, and 77 RBIs.

Relief Pitching: The Braves’ bullpen has been solid, with their relievers combining for 26 saves, tied for 10th in the league. Their pitching staff also boasts the best ERA in baseball at 3.40.

Fielding: Defensively, the Braves have committed 39 errors, which ranks them 30th. This is an area they need to improve to support their pitching staff better.

Starting Pitchers: Spencer Schwellenbach has had a mixed season with a 3-4 record and a 4.43 ERA. His ability to limit walks and home runs will be crucial against a potent Cardinals lineup.

St. Louis Cardinals

Hitting: The Cardinals rank 24th in runs scored (398) but have a respectable team batting average of .245, ranking 13th. Alec Burleson and Nolan Gorman will be key figures in their offense.

Relief Pitching: St. Louis has the best bullpen in terms of saves with 35, indicating their ability to close out games effectively.

Fielding: The Cardinals have committed 46 errors, ranking them tied for 23rd, which is another area they must improve upon.

Starting Pitchers: Miles Mikolas has had an up-and-down season with a 7-8 record and a 5.13 ERA. His performance will be critical in keeping the Cardinals competitive in this matchup.

Team Injuries

Atlanta Braves

Player Name	Position	Injury	Injury Status
Tyler Matzek	RP	Elbow	Expected to be out until at least Jul 20
Jimmy Herget	RP	Shoulder	Expected to be out until at least Jul 20
Hurston Waldrep	SP	Elbow	Expected to be out until at least Jul 20

St. Louis Cardinals

Player Name	Position	Injury	Injury Status
Steven Matz	SP	Back	Expected to be out until at least Jul 30
Tommy Edman	2B	Wrist	Expected to be out until at least Jul 29

Betting Trends

• Braves are 6-4 in their last 10 home games.
• Cardinals are 5-5 in their last 10 road games.
• Braves are 4-6 in their last 10 games as a favorite.
• Cardinals are 4-6 in their last 10 games as an underdog.

Recent Games

Opponent	Score	W/L
vs St. Louis	Postponed	Postponed
vs St. Louis	LIVE	NaN
vs St. Louis	7:20 PM	NaN
vs St. Louis	1:35 PM	NaN
vs Cincinnati	7:20 PM	NaN

Opponent	Score	W/L
@ Atlanta	Postponed	Postponed
@ Atlanta	LIVE	NaN
@ Atlanta	7:20 PM	NaN
@ Atlanta	1:35 PM	NaN
@ Pittsburgh	6:40 PM	NaN

Team Rankings

Category	Braves Rank	Cardinals Rank
Hitting	20th	15th
Starting Pitching	1st	24th
Relief Pitching	10th	1st
Fielding	30th	23rd

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Significant Betting Stats

• The Braves have a 53-42 overall record, placing them 8th in the league.
• The Cardinals have a 50-46 overall record, placing them 13th in the league.
• The Braves have the best ERA in the league at 3.40.
• The Cardinals lead the league in saves with 35.
• Marcell Ozuna leads the Braves with 26 home runs and 77 RBIs.
• Alec Burleson leads the Cardinals in batting average at .288.
• The Braves are 29-17 at home this season.
• The Cardinals are 24-24 on the road this season.
• The Braves have committed 39 errors, ranking them 30th in the league.
• The Cardinals have committed 46 errors, ranking them 23rd in the league.

Weather

The weather forecast for the game at Truist Park is intermittent clouds with a temperature of 79°F. For more detailed weather updates, you can visit AccuWeather.

Prediction

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