Alec Burleson Player Props: Cardinals vs Cubs 8/4

Game Summary

The St. Louis Cardinals are set to face off against the Chicago Cubs on August 4, 2024, at Wrigley Field at 7:10 PM EDT. The Cubs currently hold a 2-1 lead in this series, having performed well at home with a record of 29-26. Overall, the Cubs are sitting at 54-59, while the Cardinals are slightly better at 57-54. This match marks the 13th meeting between the teams this season, with the Cardinals leading the season series 7-5. Recent performances indicate that the Cubs have a mixed bag, going 5-5 in their last 10 games, with a batting average of .237 and an ERA of 4.55. Conversely, the Cardinals are 4-6 over the same stretch, with a .257 batting average and a higher ERA of 5.31. The Cubs' attack is led by Cody Bellinger, who boasts a .276 average with 11 home runs and 42 RBIs. Meanwhile, Nolan Gorman leads the Cardinals with 19 home runs. Both teams are facing injury challenges, with the Cubs missing multiple players, including Adbert Alzolay (forearm) and Hayden Wesneski (forearm), while the Cardinals have Mike Siani (oblique) listed as probable for today’s game. The weather is expected to be partly sunny with temperatures around 84°F, making it a pleasant evening for a ballgame.

Player Prop Odds

Alec Burleson Props:
- Doubles: Over 0.5 (+370)
- RBIs: Over 0.5 (+205)
- Runs Scored: Over 0.5 (+130)
- Singles: Over 0.5 (-130)
- Total Bases: Over 1.5 (+135)

Player Analysis

Alec Burleson, the Cardinals' young outfielder, has shown promise this season with a batting average of .291, 64 RBIs, and an impressive on-base percentage of .349. He has been particularly effective against right-handed pitchers, which bodes well considering he will face Cubs starter Justin Steele, who has a 3.38 ERA. Over the last 10 games, Burleson has maintained a .320 average, demonstrating his ability to make contact and get on base. His recent performances indicate that he is likely to contribute significantly in today’s game.

Opposing Analysis

On the pitching side, the Cubs send Justin Steele to the mound. Steele has been solid this season with a 3.38 ERA and 98 strikeouts over 101.1 innings pitched. He has shown vulnerability to left-handed batters, which could play to Burleson's advantage. The Cubs' bullpen, while it has some depth, has been inconsistent, leading to several high-scoring games, making Burleson's prop bets more appealing.

Pitching Probables

Team Previews

St. Louis Cardinals

The Cardinals have had a challenging season but remain competitive in the NL Central. They rank 18th in the league in runs scored with 472 but have shown the ability to explode offensively when they score five or more runs, boasting a 35-10 record in such games. Their pitching staff has a combined ERA of 3.78, ranking 8th in the league, which provides a solid foundation for their offense to work with.

Chicago Cubs

The Cubs have been inconsistent, particularly on the mound. Their overall ERA of 4.06 places them 18th in the league. Offensively, they are slightly better ranked at 22nd in runs scored with 466. Cody Bellinger has emerged as a key player for them, and with players like Seiya Suzuki also contributing, they have the potential to score runs effectively. However, their struggles against left-handed pitchers may hinder them against Mikolas today.

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