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MLB Player Props Predictions and Picks: Washington Nationals vs St. Louis Cardinals

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Game Summary

The Washington Nationals are set to face off against the St. Louis Cardinals on Saturday, July 27, 2024, at Busch Stadium in St. Louis. The game is scheduled to start at 7:15 p.m. EDT. The Nationals currently hold a 1-0 series lead after a thrilling 10-8 victory in extra innings on Friday night. With a 48-56 record, the Nationals are fourth in the NL East, while the Cardinals, standing at 53-50, occupy the second spot in the NL Central.

The Cardinals have been solid at home with a 26-23 record and have an overall batting average of .245, ranking eighth in the National League. On the other hand, the Nationals have a 25-29 record in away games and have shown their offensive prowess by going 34-13 in games where they score at least five runs. This matchup marks the sixth meeting between these teams this season, with the Cardinals leading the season series 3-2.

For the Cardinals, Alec Burleson stands out with a solid .288 batting average, 14 doubles, 18 home runs, and 60 RBIs. Masyn Winn has been hot recently, going 13-for-44 with two home runs and six RBIs over the last 10 games. On the Nationals' side, Luis Garcia has been a key contributor with 18 doubles, a triple, 11 home runs, and 48 RBIs. Juan Yepez has also been in good form, hitting 16-for-38 with five doubles and two home runs over his last 10 games.

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Player Prop Odds

Paul Goldschmidt Player Prop Odds:

• Batter Doubles: Over 0.5 (+370)
• Batter Hits: Over 1.5 (+290)
• Batter RBIs: Over 0.5 (+165)
• Batter Runs Scored: Over 0.5 (+105)
• Batter Singles: Over 0.5 (-110)
• Batter Total Bases: Over 1.5 (+135)

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Player Analysis

Paul Goldschmidt has been a crucial player for the Cardinals, consistently delivering at the plate. This season, Goldschmidt boasts a batting average of .276 with 20 home runs and 65 RBIs. He has been particularly effective in clutch situations, often coming through with key hits and driving in runs when needed. In the last 10 games, Goldschmidt has been in solid form, hitting .282 with 3 home runs and 10 RBIs, which makes him a strong candidate to exceed his prop bets in this game.

Opposing Analysis

On the mound for the Nationals, Jake Irvin will be looking to counter Goldschmidt's offensive threat. Irvin has had a respectable season with a 7-8 record, a 3.44 ERA, and 106 strikeouts over 123 innings pitched. However, the Nationals' pitching staff has struggled recently, with a team ERA of 5.20 over the last 10 games. Irvin will need to be at his best to contain a potent Cardinals lineup that includes Goldschmidt.

Pitching Probables

Player	W-L	ERA	WHIP	IP	H	K	BB	HR
Jake Irvin (WAS)	7-8	3.44	1.09	123.0	105	106	29	16
Kyle Gibson (STL)	7-3	3.99	1.32	108.1	100	102	43	13

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Team Previews

Washington Nationals

The Nationals have had an inconsistent season, marked by a mix of offensive bursts and pitching struggles. Their team batting average stands at .245, with 859 hits, ranking them 15th in the league. They have scored 426 runs, placing them 22nd overall. In terms of pitching, the Nationals have a team ERA of 4.00, and their bullpen has been effective, leading the league with 37 saves. However, their defense has been shaky, committing 46 errors, which ranks them 26th.

St. Louis Cardinals

The Cardinals have been relatively steady, with a .237 team batting average and 433 runs scored, ranking them 20th in runs. Their pitching staff holds a 4.22 ERA, which is slightly below average. The bullpen has contributed 29 saves, ranking 8th in the league. Defensively, the Cardinals have committed 59 errors, placing them 9th in the league. Despite these challenges, the Cardinals have managed to stay competitive in the NL Central.

Team Injuries

Player	Position	Injury	Status
Jordan Weems	RP	Shin	15-Day IL
Josiah Gray	SP	Elbow	60-Day IL
Joey Gallo	OF	Hamstring	10-Day IL
Trevor Williams	SP	Shoulder	15-Day IL
Cade Cavalli	SP	Elbow	60-Day IL
Mason Thompson	RP	Elbow	60-Day IL

Player	Position	Injury	Status
Steven Matz	SP	Back	60-Day IL
Keynan Middleton	RP	Forearm	60-Day IL
Nick Robertson	RP	Elbow	15-Day IL
Riley O'Brien	RP	Forearm	60-Day IL
Tommy Edman	2B	Wrist	60-Day IL
Drew Rom	SP	Biceps	60-Day IL

Recent Games

Washington Nationals

Opponent	Score	W/L
vs Cincinnati	W8-5	W
vs Cincinnati	W5-4	W
vs Cincinnati	W5-2	W
vs San Diego	L4-0	L
vs San Diego	L12-3	L

St. Louis Cardinals

Opponent	Score	W/L
@ Atlanta	L3-2 F/10	L
@ Atlanta	W9-5	W
@ Atlanta	W6-2	W
@ Pittsburgh	L2-1	L
@ Pittsburgh	W2-1	W

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Prediction

Considering Paul Goldschmidt's recent form and the Nationals' pitching struggles, a strong play would be on Goldschmidt to exceed his prop bets. The odds for Goldschmidt to record over 1.5 total bases at +135 provide good value given his current hot streak.

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