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MLB Over/Under Prediction: Braves vs Cardinals 7/19

MLB Over/Under Prediction: Braves vs Cardinals 7/19

MLB Over/Under Prediction: Atlanta Braves vs St. Louis Cardinals 7/19

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Game Summary

The Atlanta Braves are set to face the St. Louis Cardinals at Truist Park on July 19. The Braves, with a season record of 53-42, aim to maintain their position among the top teams in the league. Meanwhile, the Cardinals, holding a 50-46 record, are looking to gain momentum in the second half of the season. Both teams have shown competitive spirit, with the Braves being particularly strong at home, sporting a 29-17 record, while the Cardinals have had a balanced performance both home and away.

Spencer Schwellenbach will be starting on the mound for the Braves. Schwellenbach, with a 3-4 record and a 4.43 ERA, will need to bring his best to suppress the Cardinals' offense. Opposite him, Sonny Gray will start for the Cardinals. Gray has had a solid season with a 9-6 record and a 3.34 ERA, making him a formidable opponent for the Braves' lineup.

Offensively, the Braves are led by Marcell Ozuna, who boasts a .303 batting average, 26 home runs, and 77 RBIs. The Cardinals' offense is spearheaded by Alec Burleson, who holds a .288 batting average, and Nolan Gorman, leading with 17 home runs.

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Odds and Betting Lines

Market Odds
Over/Under 7.5
Atlanta Braves Moneyline -122
St. Louis Cardinals Moneyline +100

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Pitching Probables

Player W-L ERA Strikeouts
Spencer Schwellenbach (ATL) 3-4 4.43 41
Sonny Gray (STL) 9-6 3.34 121

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Team Previews

Atlanta Braves

Hitting: The Braves have been solid with the bat this season, ranking 17th in hits (774) and 19th in runs (407). Marcell Ozuna has been a standout player, leading the team in batting average (.303), home runs (26), and RBIs (77).

Relief Pitching: The Braves' bullpen has been effective, with a team ERA of 3.40, which is the best in the league. Their relievers have contributed significantly to their 26 saves, ranking them tied for 9th.

Fielding: Defensively, the Braves have committed 39 errors, placing them 30th in the league, indicating a strong fielding unit.

Starting Pitchers: Spencer Schwellenbach has shown promise but will need to improve his consistency. With a 4.43 ERA, he will need to limit the Cardinals' hitters to keep the Braves in the game.

St. Louis Cardinals

Hitting: The Cardinals have shown depth in their lineup, ranking 14th in hits (799) and 23rd in runs (398). Alec Burleson and Nolan Gorman have been key contributors, with Burleson hitting .288 and Gorman leading with 17 home runs.

Relief Pitching: The Cardinals' bullpen has been solid, leading the league in saves with 35. Their relievers have helped to maintain a respectable 4.02 team ERA.

Fielding: The Cardinals have committed 46 errors, ranking tied for 22nd, which is an area they need to improve to support their pitchers better.

Starting Pitchers: Sonny Gray has been a consistent performer for the Cardinals. With a 3.34 ERA and 121 strikeouts, he will be a tough challenge for the Braves' lineup.

Team Injuries

Atlanta Braves

Player Name Position Injury Injury Status
Michael Harris CF Hamstring Expected to be out until at least Aug 1

St. Louis Cardinals

Player Name Position Injury Injury Status
Mike Siani CF Elbow Expected to be out until at least Jul 19

Betting Trends

  • The total has gone UNDER in 6 of Atlanta's last 8 games.
  • The total has gone UNDER in 5 of St. Louis' last 7 games.
  • Atlanta is 4-2 SU in their last 6 games at home.
  • St. Louis is 3-4 SU in their last 7 games on the road.
  • Atlanta is 7-3 SU in their last 10 games against St. Louis.

Recent Games

Atlanta Braves

Opponent Score W/L
@ Washington 5-3 W
@ Washington 2-3 L
@ Washington 6-2 W
vs Miami 4-5 L
vs Miami 3-2 W

St. Louis Cardinals

Opponent Score W/L
@ Pittsburgh 5-2 W
@ Pittsburgh 3-4 L
@ Pittsburgh 1-2 L
vs Milwaukee 7-3 W
vs Milwaukee 3-5 L

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Team Rankings

Category Atlanta Braves St. Louis Cardinals
Hitting 17th 14th
Starting Pitching 1st 16th
Relief Pitching 9th 1st
Fielding 30th 22nd

Significant Betting Stats

  • Atlanta's home games have gone UNDER the total in 6 of the last 8 games.
  • St. Louis' road games have gone UNDER the total in 5 of the last 7 games.
  • Spencer Schwellenbach has a 4.43 ERA in home games this season.
  • Sonny Gray has a 3.34 ERA in road games this season.
  • Atlanta's bullpen ranks 1st in the league with a 3.40 ERA.
  • St. Louis' bullpen leads the league with 35 saves.
  • Marcell Ozuna leads Atlanta with 26 home runs and 77 RBIs.
  • Nolan Gorman leads St. Louis with 17 home runs.
  • Atlanta's record when the total is set at 7.5 is 10-15.
  • St. Louis' record when the total is set at 7.5 is 12-13.

Weather

The weather forecast for the game at Truist Park in Atlanta is cloudy with a temperature of 80°F. There are no significant weather conditions expected to impact the game.

Prediction

Pick: Under 7.5 runs

Given the strong pitching performances expected from both starters and the solid bullpens, this game is likely to be a low-scoring affair. Spencer Schwellenbach will need to minimize the Cardinals' offense, while Sonny Gray will be looking to continue his consistent performance. Both teams have shown trends towards the UNDER in recent games, making this a strong bet for a low-scoring game.

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