Brendan Donovan's MLB Props - St. Louis Cardinals vs Pittsburgh Pirates 7/23

Game Summary

The St. Louis Cardinals will face off against the Pittsburgh Pirates on July 23, 2024, at PNC Park in Pittsburgh. The game is set to start at 6:40 PM EDT. The Pirates currently lead the series 1-0, coming off a close 2-1 victory over the Cardinals. Pittsburgh has a 51-49 record and sits third in the NL Central, while the Cardinals are just ahead with a 52-48 record, making this a critical matchup for both teams.

In recent performances, the Pirates have been hot, winning eight of their last ten games and boasting a 3.03 ERA over that span. The Cardinals, on the other hand, have struggled slightly with a 4-6 record in their last ten games, despite hitting .269 as a team. Historically, the Cardinals have had the upper hand this season, leading the season series 4-3 against the Pirates.

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Player Prop Odds

Here are the player prop odds for Brendan Donovan:

• Batter Doubles: Over 0.5 (+340.0)
• Batter Hits: Over 1.5 (+250.0)
• Batter RBIs: Over 0.5 (+185.0)
• Batter Runs Scored: Over 0.5 (+120.0)
• Batter Singles: Over 0.5 (-135.0)
• Batter Total Bases: Over 1.5 (+135.0)

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Player Analysis

Brendan Donovan has been a key contributor for the Cardinals this season. He is hitting .288 with 18 doubles, three triples, and nine home runs. Over the past ten games, Donovan has continued to excel, going 15-for-41 with three doubles and four home runs. His ability to get on base and drive in runs makes him a valuable asset for the Cardinals, especially in crucial matchups like this one against the Pirates.

Opposing Analysis

The Pirates will counter with Paul Skenes on the mound. Skenes has been nothing short of spectacular this season, boasting a 6-0 record with a 1.90 ERA and a 0.92 WHIP. He has struck out 89 batters in 66.1 innings, making him a formidable opponent for any hitter. However, the Cardinals have had some success against strong pitching this season, which could bode well for Donovan.

Pitching Probables

Here are the probable pitchers for today's game:

Pittsburgh Pirates: Paul Skenes (6-0, 1.90 ERA, 0.92 WHIP, 89 strikeouts)

St. Louis Cardinals: Lance Lynn (5-4, 4.39 ERA, 1.39 WHIP, 92 strikeouts)

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Team Previews

St. Louis Cardinals:

The Cardinals have a well-rounded team with a balanced offense and solid pitching. Offensively, they are led by Nolan Arenado and Alec Burleson, both of whom have been hot recently. The team ranks 26th in batting average (.233) and 23rd in hits (788), but they have shown they can score runs when needed. Their pitching staff has been solid, ranking 12th in ERA (3.83) and tied 12th in saves (26).

Pittsburgh Pirates:

The Pirates have been a surprise this season, thanks to their strong pitching and timely hitting. They rank 6th in team ERA (3.83) and 12th in hits (838). Bryan Reynolds and Oneil Cruz have been key offensive contributors. The bullpen has been a strength, leading the league in saves (36). Defensively, they are solid, ranking 25th in errors (46).

Team Injuries

Player	Position	Injury Status
Steven Matz	SP	60-Day IL (back)
Tommy Edman	2B	60-Day IL (wrist)
Keynan Middleton	RP	60-Day IL (forearm)
Nick Robertson	RP	15-Day IL (elbow)

Player	Position	Injury Status
Ryan Borucki	RP	60-Day IL (tricep)
Hunter Stratton	RP	15-Day IL (shoulder)
Bailey Falter	SP	15-Day IL (arm)
Jared Jones	SP	15-Day IL (lat)

Recent Games

St. Louis Cardinals:

Opponent	Score	W/L
@ Atlanta	Postponed	Postponed
@ Atlanta	3-2	L
@ Atlanta	9-5	W
@ Atlanta	6-2	W
@ Pittsburgh	2-1	L

Pittsburgh Pirates:

Opponent	Score	W/L
vs Philadelphia	8-7	W
vs Philadelphia	4-1	W
vs Philadelphia	6-0	L
vs St. Louis	2-1	W

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Prediction

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