MLB Player Props Expert Advice: Texas Rangers vs St. Louis Cardinals 10/6
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MLB Player Props Expert Advice: Texas Rangers vs St. Louis Cardinals
Date: 10/6/2023
Venue: Busch Stadium, St. Louis, Missouri
Photo Credit: © John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports
Game Summary
The Texas Rangers (51-55, third in the AL West) will face off against the St. Louis Cardinals (54-51, second in the NL Central) at Busch Stadium in St. Louis on Monday, October 6, 2023, at 7:45 PM EDT. The Rangers are looking to break a three-game road slide, while the Cardinals aim to improve their home record of 27-24.
In recent matchups, the Cardinals have shown resilience by winning games where they hit at least two home runs, boasting an 18-10 record in such instances. The Rangers, on the other hand, have struggled on the road with a 22-32 record but have a formidable lineup ranking ninth in the AL with 111 total home runs, averaging 1.0 per game.
Notably, this game marks the first meeting between these two teams this season. Key performers for the Cardinals include Brendan Donovan, who has a batting average of .263 with 22 doubles, a triple, nine home runs, and 48 RBIs. Alec Burleson has also been in good form, hitting 12-for-43 with a double and two home runs over the last 10 games. For the Rangers, Corey Seager leads with 19 home runs and a slugging percentage of .476, while Josh Smith has been impressive, hitting 8-for-37 with three home runs and nine RBIs in the past 10 games.
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Player Prop Odds
Here are the player prop odds for Robbie Grossman:
- Batter Doubles: Over 0.5 (+460)
- Batter Hits: Over 0.5 (-175)
- Batter RBIs: Over 0.5 (+195)
- Batter Runs Scored: Over 0.5 (+110)
- Batter Singles: Over 0.5 (-125)
- Batter Total Bases: Over 1.5 (+185)
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Player Analysis
Robbie Grossman has been a consistent performer for the Texas Rangers. With a batting average of .240 and an on-base percentage of .337, Grossman has shown his ability to get on base and contribute to the team’s offense. He has 12 home runs and 45 RBIs so far this season. In recent games, Grossman has been particularly effective against right-handed pitchers, boasting a .265 average with 8 home runs.
Opposing Analysis
Andre Pallante of the St. Louis Cardinals will be on the mound against the Rangers. Pallante has a 4-4 record with a 3.92 ERA and a 1.33 WHIP. He has struck out 44 batters in 57.1 innings pitched. Pallante has struggled against left-handed hitters, allowing a batting average of .275. This could work in Grossman’s favor as he looks to capitalize on his recent form.
Pitching Probables
Texas Rangers:
- Nathan Eovaldi: 7-4, 3.31 ERA, 1.04 WHIP, 104 strikeouts
St. Louis Cardinals:
- Andre Pallante: 4-4, 3.92 ERA, 1.33 WHIP, 44 strikeouts
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Team Previews
Texas Rangers
The Rangers have had a mixed season but have shown glimpses of their potential. Their hitting has been solid, with an average of .245 and 111 home runs, ranking them ninth in the AL. Their pitching has been average, with a team ERA of 4.09. Their relief pitching, however, has been a strength, with 37 saves, the second-most in the league.
St. Louis Cardinals
The Cardinals have been a strong team at home with a 27-24 record. Their hitting has been decent, with a team average of .240 and 452 runs scored. Their pitching has been slightly better than the Rangers, with a team ERA of 4.05. However, their relief pitching has been a weak point, with only 22 saves, ranking 24th in the league.
Team Injuries
| Player | Position | Injury | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cole Winn | SP | Shoulder | 60-Day IL |
| Evan Carter | OF | Lumbar | 10-Day IL |
| Steven Matz | SP | Back | 60-Day IL |
| Keynan Middleton | RP | Forearm | 60-Day IL |
Recent Games
Texas Rangers
| Opponent | Score | W/L |
|---|---|---|
| @ Toronto | 3-7 | L |
| @ Toronto | 3-7 | L |
| @ Toronto | 5-6 | L |
| vs Chicago | 2-1 | W |
| vs Chicago | 10-2 | W |
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St. Louis Cardinals
| Opponent | Score | W/L |
|---|---|---|
| vs Washington | 4-3 | W |
| vs Washington | 3-14 | L |
| vs Washington | 8-10 | L |
| @ Pittsburgh | 0-5 | L |
| @ Pittsburgh | 1-2 | W |
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Prediction
Pick: Over 0.5 Batter Hits (-175)
Robbie Grossman has been consistent in getting on base, and with Andre Pallante's struggles against left-handed hitters, Grossman is likely to get at least one hit in this game. The odds of -175 suggest a high probability, making this a solid bet.
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