MLB Spread Picks Tonight: Kansas City Royals vs St. Louis Cardinals 7/10

Get ready for an exciting MLB matchup as the Kansas City Royals square off against the St. Louis Cardinals on July 10 at Busch Stadium in St. Louis, Missouri. With both teams looking to gain ground in their respective divisions, this game promises to deliver high-stakes action and plenty of betting opportunities. In this article, we will provide a comprehensive analysis of the game, including team previews, pitching matchups, betting trends, and our expert prediction for the spread pick.

 

Game Summary

The Kansas City Royals, currently holding a record of 48-42, will face off against the St. Louis Cardinals, who have a slightly better record at 49-43. The game will take place at Busch Stadium, which has been a fortress for the Cardinals, boasting a 31-18 home record. The Royals, on the other hand, have been decent on the road with a 24-24 record.

The Royals come into this game having lost their last two games against the Colorado Rockies, but they managed to secure a win in their last game of the series. Meanwhile, the Cardinals have been in decent form, winning four of their last five games, including a recent victory against the Washington Nationals. This matchup will be crucial for both teams as they look to build momentum in the second half of the season.

 

Odds and Betting Lines

Market	Odds
Kansas City Royals Spread	+1.5 (-200)
St. Louis Cardinals Spread	-1.5 (+164)

 

Pitching Probables

Pitcher	W-L	ERA	Strikeouts	WHIP
Andre Pallante (STL)	4-3	4.00	36	1.44
Alec Marsh (KC)	6-6	4.57	75	1.26

 

Team Previews

Kansas City Royals

Hitting: The Royals rank 16th in hits with 744 and have a team batting average of .244, placing them 15th in the league. Masyn Winn leads the team with a .289 batting average, while Nolan Gorman is the team's power hitter with 17 home runs and 45 RBIs.

Relief Pitching: The Royals' bullpen has been solid, ranking 1st in saves with 34. However, their overall team ERA is 3.91, which ranks 14th in the league. Key relievers like McArthur have been instrumental in closing out games.

Fielding: The Royals have committed 46 errors this season, ranking them tied for 17th in the league. Their defense will need to be sharp to support their pitchers against a formidable Cardinals lineup.

Starting Pitchers: Alec Marsh, with a 6-6 record and a 4.57 ERA, will be on the mound for the Royals. Marsh has shown flashes of brilliance but has struggled with consistency, as evidenced by his 1.26 WHIP.

 

St. Louis Cardinals

Hitting: The Cardinals are tied for 13th in hits with 750 and have a team batting average of .246, placing them 12th in the league. Bobby Witt Jr. leads the team with a .324 batting average, while he also tops the home runs chart with 15 and RBIs with 61.

Relief Pitching: The Cardinals' bullpen has been effective, ranking 16th in saves with 22. Their overall team ERA is 3.79, which ranks 10th in the league. Helsley has been a standout closer with 30 saves so far this season.

Fielding: The Cardinals have committed 45 errors, ranking them tied for 20th in the league. Their defense has been reliable but will need to be at its best to contain the Royals' offense.

Starting Pitchers: Andre Pallante, with a 4-3 record and a 4.00 ERA, will take the mound for the Cardinals. Pallante has been fairly reliable, maintaining a 1.44 WHIP and striking out 36 batters over 45 innings.

 

Team Injuries

Kansas City Royals

Player Name	Position	Injury	Injury Status
Dan Altavilla	RP	Oblique	Expected to be out until at least Sep 18
Josh Taylor	RP	Biceps	Expected to be out until at least Jul 25

 

St. Louis Cardinals

Player Name	Position	Injury	Injury Status
Riley O'Brien	RP	Forearm	Expected to be out until at least Jul 19

 

Betting Trends

• The Royals are 49-43 against the spread this season.
• The Cardinals are 46-44 against the spread this season.
• The Royals have covered the spread in 6 of their last 10 games.
• The Cardinals have covered the spread in 5 of their last 10 games.
• The Royals are 24-24 on the road this season.
• The Cardinals are 31-18 at home this season.
• The total has gone under in 5 of the Royals' last 7 games.
• The total has gone over in 6 of the Cardinals' last 8 games.
• The Royals are 1-4 in their last 5 games against the Cardinals.
• The Cardinals are 4-1 in their last 5 games overall.

 

Recent Games

Kansas City Royals

Opponent	Score	W/L
Colorado Rockies	10-1	W
Colorado Rockies	3-1	L
Colorado Rockies	4-2	L
Tampa Bay Rays	10-8	L
Tampa Bay Rays	4-2	W

 

St. Louis Cardinals

Opponent	Score	W/L
Washington Nationals	6-0	W
Washington Nationals	8-3	W
Washington Nationals	14-6	L
Washington Nationals	7-6	W
Pittsburgh Pirates	3-2	W

 

Team Rankings

Category	Kansas City Royals	St. Louis Cardinals
Hitting	16th	13th
Starting Pitching	14th	10th
Relief Pitching	1st	16th
Fielding	17th	20th

 

Significant Betting Stats

• The Royals are 24-18 at home this season.
• The Cardinals are 18-25 on the road this season.
• The Royals have a team ERA of 3.91, ranking 14th in the league.
• The Cardinals have a team ERA of 3.79, ranking 10th in the league.
• The Royals' bullpen has recorded 34 saves, the highest in the league.
• The Cardinals' bullpen has recorded 22 saves, ranking 16th in the league.
• The Royals have committed 46 errors, ranking tied for 17th in the league.
• The Cardinals have committed 45 errors, ranking tied for 20th in the league.
• The Royals have a batting average of .244, ranking 15th in the league.
• The Cardinals have a batting average of .246, ranking 12th in the league.

 

Weather

The weather for the game is expected to be sunny with a temperature of 83°F. This should provide ideal conditions for baseball, with no significant weather disruptions anticipated.

 

Prediction

The St. Louis Cardinals have been in better form recently, winning four of their last five games. With a strong home record of 31-18, they have shown they can perform well at Busch Stadium. Additionally, Andre Pallante has been a reliable pitcher for the Cardinals, and their bullpen, led by Helsley, has been effective in closing out games. The Kansas City Royals have struggled against the Cardinals historically and have a mixed record on the road. Given these factors and the current odds, the Cardinals are well-positioned to cover the -1.5 spread in this matchup.