Daily MLB Player Props Picks: Washington Nationals vs St. Louis Cardinals - 7/28

Daily MLB Player Props Picks: Washington Nationals vs St. Louis Cardinals - 7/28

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Game Summary

The Washington Nationals (49-56), currently fourth in the NL East, will be facing off against the St. Louis Cardinals (53-51), who are second in the NL Central. The game is set to take place at Busch Stadium in St. Louis on Sunday, July 28, 2024, at 2:15 p.m. EDT.

Both teams have had their ups and downs this season. The Nationals have a 26-29 record on the road, while the Cardinals have a slightly better home record of 26-24. The Nationals have been performing well lately, winning six of their last ten games, whereas the Cardinals have struggled, winning only four of their last ten.

In their last matchup, the Nationals' James Wood had an impressive four-hit game, contributing significantly to their victory. This game marks the seventh meeting between these teams this season, with the series currently tied at 3-3.

The Cardinals have a team on-base percentage of .309, ranking them ninth in the NL. On the other hand, the Nationals have shown power, going 13-8 in games where they hit two or more home runs. Sunday's game promises to be an exciting clash with both teams looking to gain an edge in the season series.

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Player Prop Odds

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Here are the player prop odds for Riley Adams:

• Batter Doubles: Over 0.5 (+370), Under 0.5 (-650)
• Batter RBIs: Over 0.5 (+210), Under 0.5 (-295)
• Batter Runs Scored: Over 0.5 (+180), Under 0.5 (-250)
• Batter Singles: Over 0.5 (-105), Under 0.5 (-130)

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Player Analysis

Riley Adams has been a key player for the Washington Nationals this season. Known for his consistent hitting, Adams has a batting average of .245. He has shown his ability to get on base and drive in runs, making him a valuable asset to the team. In the last few games, Adams has been in good form, contributing significantly to the Nationals' recent wins.

Adams' performance against the Cardinals' pitching staff will be crucial. With prop odds like Over 0.5 RBIs at +210, there's potential value in betting on Adams to drive in at least one run in this game. Additionally, his odds for Over 0.5 runs scored at +180 also present an intriguing option for bettors.

Opposing Analysis

The St. Louis Cardinals' pitching staff, led by Miles Mikolas, has had its struggles this season. Mikolas, with an 8-8 record and a 5.02 ERA, will be on the mound for the Cardinals. His performance has been inconsistent, and he has allowed 18 home runs this season. The Nationals' hitters, including Riley Adams, will look to capitalize on Mikolas' vulnerabilities.

Mikolas' WHIP of 1.23 indicates that he allows a fair number of baserunners, which could spell trouble against a Nationals lineup that has shown the ability to hit for power. The Cardinals' bullpen will also need to step up, as they have had their fair share of struggles in closing out games.

Pitching Probables

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Player	W-L	ERA	WHIP	IP	H	K	BB	HR
DJ Herz (WAS)	1-4	4.95	1.40	36.1	40	45	11	8
Miles Mikolas (STL)	8-8	5.02	1.23	118.1	126	80	19	18

Team Previews

Washington Nationals

The Washington Nationals have been inconsistent this season, currently holding a 49-56 record. Their offense has been led by players like C.J. Abrams, who has 21 doubles, six triples, and 15 home runs. The Nationals rank 15th in hits and 14th in batting average (.245). Their pitching staff has a combined ERA of 4.00, ranking 17th in the league.

St. Louis Cardinals

The St. Louis Cardinals, with a 53-51 record, have had a mixed season. Nolan Gorman leads the team with 19 home runs, while Masyn Winn has been impressive recently, going 12-for-43 with two triples and two home runs in the last 10 games. The Cardinals rank 22nd in hits and 19th in batting average (.237). Their pitching staff has struggled, with a combined ERA of 4.22, ranking 22nd in the league.

Team Injuries

Player	Position	Injury Status
Jordan Weems	RP	15-Day IL (shin)
Cade Cavalli	SP	60-Day IL (elbow)
Joey Gallo	OF	10-Day IL (hamstring)

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

Recent Games

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Washington Nationals

Opponent	Score	W/L
vs Cincinnati	8-5	W
vs Cincinnati	5-4	W
vs Cincinnati	5-2	W
vs San Diego	0-4	L
vs San Diego	3-12	L

St. Louis Cardinals

Opponent	Score	W/L
@ Atlanta	2-3 (F/10)	L
@ Atlanta	9-5	W
@ Atlanta	6-2	W
@ Pittsburgh	1-2	L
@ Pittsburgh	2-1	W

Prediction

Based on Riley Adams' recent form and the struggles of the Cardinals' pitching staff, the Over 0.5 RBIs (+210) prop for Adams looks promising. His ability to drive in runs could be a key factor in this game. Additionally, considering Mikolas' tendency to allow baserunners, betting on Adams to score a run (Over 0.5 at +180) also presents good value.

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