MLB Moneyline Guide: St. Louis Cardinals vs Texas Rangers

 

 

MLB Moneyline Guide: St. Louis Cardinals vs Texas Rangers

Game Summary

The St. Louis Cardinals are set to face the Texas Rangers in an exciting matchup at Busch Stadium on July 30, 2024. The Cardinals currently hold a record of 54-51, placing them in a competitive position within the Central Division, while the Rangers trail slightly with a record of 51-55, fighting hard for a better standing in the West Division. This game could be pivotal for both teams as they aim to improve their playoff prospects. The Cardinals have shown resilience at home with a 27-24 record, whereas the Rangers have struggled on the road, managing only 22 wins against 32 losses. This matchup will feature two notable pitchers: Lance Lynn for the Cardinals and Max Scherzer for the Rangers. Lynn, with a record of 5-4 and an ERA of 4.17, has been a consistent performer despite some recent struggles. On the other hand, Scherzer, a seasoned veteran, holds a 2-3 record with a 3.57 ERA, showing flashes of brilliance amidst his ups and downs. Both teams will be eager to capitalize on this matchup as they look to bolster their records and gain momentum for the remainder of the season.

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Odds and Betting Lines

Bet Type	Odds
Over/Under	Not Available
St. Louis Cardinals Spread	+1.5
Texas Rangers Spread	-1.5
St. Louis Cardinals Moneyline	+100
Texas Rangers Moneyline	-118

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Pitching Probables

Pitcher	W-L	ERA	WHIP	IP	H	K	BB	HR
Max Scherzer (TEX)	2-3	3.57	1.08	35.1	31	33	7	5
Lance Lynn (STL)	5-4	4.17	1.39	101.1	101	94	40	14

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Team Previews

St. Louis Cardinals

The St. Louis Cardinals have had a mixed season with a 54-51 overall record. Their hitting has been average, ranking 13th in the league with a .245 batting average and 24th in runs scored with 433. However, their pitching staff has been relatively strong, holding a 4.09 ERA, ranking 19th in the league. The Cardinals' bullpen is top-notch with 37 saves, ranking 2nd in the MLB. Key players like Alec Burleson lead the team with a .285 average, while Nolan Gorman has contributed significantly with 19 home runs and 60 RBIs. Despite their strengths, the team has struggled with errors, ranking 26th with 46 errors.

Texas Rangers

The Texas Rangers are currently 51-55, struggling to find consistency this season. Their offense has been slightly below average, hitting .240 and ranking 18th in runs scored with 452. The pitching has also been a concern, with a 4.05 ERA, ranking 16th in the league. Max Scherzer, their ace, is looking to turn around a season that has seen ups and downs. The Rangers' batting leader is Josh Smith with a .282 average, while Corey Seager is tied for the team lead in home runs (19) and has driven in 53 RBIs. The Rangers' defense has been an issue, with the team committing 45 errors, placing them 27th in the league.

Team Injuries

St. Louis Cardinals

Player Name	Position	Injury	Injury Status
Steven Matz	SP	Back	Expected to be out until at least Aug 16
Riley O'Brien	RP	Forearm	Expected to be out until at least Jul 29

Texas Rangers

Player Name	Position	Injury	Injury Status
Jon Gray	SP	Groin	Expected to be out until at least Aug 2
Tyler Mahle	SP	Elbow	Expected to be out until at least Aug 5
Cody Bradford	SP	Ribs	Expected to be out until at least Jul 29

Betting Trends

• The Cardinals are 4-1 in their last five games against teams with a losing record.
• The Rangers are 1-4 in their last five games overall.
• The total has gone OVER in 6 of the Cardinals' last 8 games.
• The Rangers are 1-6 in their last 7 road games.
• The Cardinals are 5-0 in their last five home games against right-handed starters.

Recent Games

St. Louis Cardinals

Opponent	Score	W/L
@ Atlanta	Postponed	Postponed
@ Atlanta	L3-2 F/10	L
@ Atlanta	W9-5	W
@ Atlanta	W6-2	W
@ Pittsburgh	L2-1	L

Texas Rangers

Opponent	Score	W/L
vs Baltimore	L9-1	L
vs Baltimore	L8-4	L
vs Baltimore	W3-2	W
vs Chicago	W4-3 F/10	W
vs Chicago	W3-2	W

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Team Rankings

Team	Hitting	Starting Pitching	Relief Pitching	Fielding
St. Louis Cardinals	13	19	2	26
Texas Rangers	18	16	24	27

Significant Betting Stats

• Cardinals are 53-51 against the moneyline this season.
• Rangers are 51-54 against the moneyline this season.
• Cardinals are 52-52 against the spread.
• Rangers are 44-61 against the spread.
• Cardinals have hit the over in 47 of their 100 games this season.
• Rangers have hit the over in 42 of their 100 games this season.
• Cardinals are 24-26 in one-run games.
• Rangers are 20-29 in one-run games.
• Cardinals have a .245 batting average against right-handed pitchers.
• Rangers have a .240 batting average against right-handed pitchers.

Weather

Weather: Mostly cloudy, temperature: 90°F

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