MLB Player Props Lines and Odds: Texas Rangers vs St. Louis Cardinals 7/29
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Game Summary
The Texas Rangers (51-55) will face off against the St. Louis Cardinals (54-51) at Busch Stadium in St. Louis, Missouri, on Monday at 7:45 p.m. EDT. The Rangers are in the midst of a three-game road losing streak, while the Cardinals have been solid at home with a 27-24 record. This matchup marks the first meeting of the season between these two teams.
St. Louis is currently second in the NL Central and has been playing well, hitting at least two home runs in 18 of their games which they have won 18-10. The Cardinals are led by Brendan Donovan, who has 22 doubles, nine home runs, and 48 RBIs with a .263 batting average. Alec Burleson has also been hot, going 12-for-43 with a double and two home runs over the past 10 games.
The Rangers, who are third in the AL West, are struggling on the road with a 22-32 record. Corey Seager leads the team with 19 home runs, and Josh Smith has been productive recently, going 8-for-37 with three home runs and nine RBIs in the last 10 games.
Both teams have had mixed results in their last 10 games, with the Cardinals going 4-6 and the Rangers 5-5. St. Louis has managed a .243 batting average with a 5.15 ERA, while Texas has a .229 batting average with a 4.80 ERA.
Injuries are a concern for both teams. The Cardinals are missing key players like Steven Matz and Tommy Edman, while the Rangers are without Cole Winn, Evan Carter, Cody Bradford, and several others.
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Player Prop Odds
Batter Doubles: 0.5 (Over +340.0)
Batter Hits: 1.5 (Over +200.0)
Batter RBIs: 0.5 (Over +140.0)
Batter Runs Scored: 0.5 (Over -120.0)
Batter Singles: 0.5 (Over -165.0)
Batter Stolen Bases: 0.5 (Over +320.0)
Batter Total Bases: 1.5 (Over +115.0)
Player Analysis
Wyatt Langford has been an essential part of the Texas Rangers' offense this season. Currently holding a .285 batting average, Langford's consistency at the plate has been noteworthy. With 19 home runs and 53 RBIs, he has shown his power and ability to drive in runs. His recent form has been a bit of a mixed bag, but his overall season performance keeps him as a reliable option for prop bets.
Opposing Analysis
Andre Pallante, the starting pitcher for the Cardinals, has a 3.92 ERA and a WHIP of 1.33. Pallante has had some struggles this season, especially against potent lineups. The Rangers' ability to hit home runs, ranking ninth in the AL, could pose a challenge for Pallante. Additionally, the Cardinals' bullpen has had its issues, ranking 24th in saves with 22, which could benefit Langford's chances of accumulating hits and RBIs.
Pitching Probables
| Player | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP | H | K | BB | HR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| N. Eovaldi | 7-4 | 3.31 | 1.04 | 106.0 | 84 | 104 | 26 | 14 |
| A. Pallante | 4-4 | 3.92 | 1.33 | 57.1 | 55 | 44 | 21 | 5 |
Team Previews
Texas Rangers
The Rangers have had a tough season, with a record of 51-55. Their hitting has been mediocre, ranking 13th in batting average (.245), but they have shown power with 111 home runs. Their pitching staff has been average with a 4.09 ERA, and their defense has been problematic with 46 errors.
St. Louis Cardinals
The Cardinals have a slightly better record at 54-51. Their batting average is .240, ranking 18th, and they have managed to hit 452 runs. Their pitching staff has a 4.05 ERA, which is 16th in the league, but their bullpen has struggled with only 22 saves. Defensively, they have committed 45 errors.
Team Injuries
| 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) |
| Riley O'Brien | RP | 60-Day IL (forearm) |
| Tommy Edman | SS | 60-Day IL (wrist) |
| Drew Rom | RP | 60-Day IL (biceps) |
| Cole Winn | SP | 60-Day IL (shoulder) |
| Evan Carter | OF | 10-Day IL (lumbar) |
| Cody Bradford | SP | 60-Day IL (back) |
| Austin Pruitt | RP | 60-Day IL (knee) |
| Joshua Jung | 3B | 60-Day IL (wrist) |
| Tyler Mahle | SP | 60-Day IL (elbow) |
| Jacob deGrom | SP | 60-Day IL (elbow) |
| Carson Coleman | RP | 60-Day IL (elbow) |
Recent Games
Texas Rangers
| Date | Opponent | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Jul 19 | vs Baltimore | 1-9 | L |
| Sat, Jul 20 | vs Baltimore | 4-8 | L |
| Sun, Jul 21 | vs Baltimore | 3-2 | W |
| Mon, Jul 22 | vs Chicago | 4-3 F/10 | W |
| Tue, Jul 23 | vs Chicago | 3-2 | W |
St. Louis Cardinals
| Date | Opponent | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Jul 19 | @ Atlanta | Postponed | Postponed |
| Sat, Jul 20 | @ Atlanta | 2-3 F/10 | L |
| Sat, Jul 20 | @ Atlanta | 9-5 | W |
| Sun, Jul 21 | @ Atlanta | 6-2 | W |
| Mon, Jul 22 | @ Pittsburgh | 1-2 | L |
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Prediction
Given Wyatt Langford's solid performance this season and Andre Pallante's struggles against power hitters, the best player prop for Langford is the Over on Total Bases. Langford's power and consistency at the plate make the Over 1.5 Total Bases at +115 odds a compelling bet.
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