Game Summary

The Milwaukee Brewers (72-52) are set to take on the St. Louis Cardinals (61-63) on August 20, 2024, at Busch Stadium in St. Louis at 7:45 p.m. EDT. The Brewers enter this game riding a five-game winning streak, a significant momentum boost as they vie for positioning in the competitive NL Central. Currently, Milwaukee sits at the top of the division, while the Cardinals are trying to claw their way back to .500 and stay relevant in the playoff race.

Historically, the Brewers have dominated the season series against the Cardinals, leading 6-1 in their previous encounters this season. The Brewers' offense has been solid, despite a recent dip in batting average (.181 over the last 10 games), but they have managed to outscore opponents effectively with a remarkable 50-4 record when they out-hit their rivals.

On the other hand, the Cardinals have struggled recently, going 3-7 in their last ten games. Their batting average has been slightly better than the Brewers' at .247, and they rank seventh in the NL in terms of batting average. Key players for the Cardinals include Alec Burleson, who has been a standout with 21 home runs and 70 RBIs, and Willson Contreras who has shown some recent form with two home runs in the past 10 games.

This matchup features two distinct pitchers: Frankie Montas (5-8, 4.86 ERA) for the Brewers and Erick Fedde (8-6, 3.40 ERA) for the Cardinals. Fedde has been notably effective lately, holding a lower ERA and WHIP (1.15) compared to Montas (1.46 WHIP). As both teams approach this game, injuries also play a crucial role; the Brewers are missing key players such as Christian Yelich and several pitchers, while the Cardinals are without Drew Rom and a few others. With the stakes high and the pitching matchup favoring Fedde, this game will surely be exciting.

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Pitching Probables

Team Previews

Milwaukee Brewers

The Brewers have a solid hitting lineup with a team batting average of .245, ranking them 13th in the league. Their pitching staff boasts an ERA of 4.17, placing them 20th overall, but they excel when out-hitting their opponents, posting a record of 50-4 under such circumstances. Key hitters include Willy Adames, who has 50 extra-base hits, and William Contreras, who has also been productive recently, contributing to the team's offensive output.

St. Louis Cardinals

The Cardinals have had a mixed season with a batting average of .253, which ranks them 8th in the league. Their pitching staff has been significantly better, with an ERA of 3.66, placing them 2nd overall in the MLB. Despite their recent struggles, they possess offensive firepower with Alec Burleson leading the charge. However, with multiple injured players, their depth may be tested as they look to secure a win at home.

Team Injuries

Milwaukee Brewers

St. Louis Cardinals

Betting Trends

• The Brewers are 50-4 in games where they out-hit their opponents.
• The Cardinals have struggled recently with a 3-7 record in their last 10 games.
• The Brewers are 7-3 in their last 10 games overall.

Recent Games

Milwaukee Brewers Recent Games

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Significant Betting Stats

• Milwaukee is 7-3 in their last 10 games.
• St. Louis is 3-7 in their last 10 games.
• Fedde has a 3.40 ERA, which is significantly better than Montas' 4.86.
• The Cardinals have a 50% win rate at home.
• The Brewers have had a strong performance when hitting more than their opponents.
• Montas has given up 16 home runs this season.
• Fedde has 120 strikeouts, indicating his ability to miss bats.
• Milwaukee has a road record of 34-28.
• St. Louis is 32-29 at home.
• Both teams have shown vulnerability in their recent matchups.

Weather

Forecast for August 20 at Busch Stadium: Sunny, temperature around 86°F.