have a team on-base percentage of .307, led by Paul Goldschmidt with a mark of .349
Brewers and Cardinals Face Off in Crucial NL Central Matchup
The Milwaukee Brewers (81-58, 1st in NL Central) will take on the St. Louis Cardinals (70-69, 3rd in NL Central) in a pivotal game on Wednesday at 7:40 p.m. EDT in Milwaukee. Both teams are vying for the top spot in the division and this game could have major implications on the standings.
Pitching Matchup: Sonny Gray vs. Colin Rea
The Cardinals will send Sonny Gray (12-9, 3.96 ERA, 1.10 WHIP, 179 strikeouts) to the mound, while the Brewers will counter with Colin Rea (12-4, 3.70 ERA, 1.16 WHIP, 118 strikeouts). Both pitchers have had solid seasons and will look to lead their teams to victory in this crucial matchup.
Betting Odds and Prediction
The BetMGM Sportsbook has the Cardinals as slight favorites with a line of -124, while the Brewers are listed at +105. The over/under for the game is set at 8 runs. With both teams evenly matched, this game could go either way. However, the Brewers have a strong home record and may have the edge in this matchup.
Key Stats and Players to Watch
The Brewers have been dominant at home this season with a 41-26 record. They also have a strong overall record of 81-58. Their offense has been led by a power hitting lineup, ranking 8th in the NL with 156 total home runs. Keep an eye on Christian Yelich, who leads the team with 26 home runs and 80 RBIs.
The Cardinals have struggled on the road with a 34-37 record, but are still in the hunt for the division title with a 70-69 overall record. Their offense has been led by Paul Goldschmidt, who has a team on-base percentage of .307 and a batting average of .269. He will be a key player to watch in this matchup.
Bottom Line
This game is crucial for both teams as they battle for the top spot in the NL Central. The Brewers have the advantage with their strong home record, but the Cardinals will not go down without a fight. Expect a close and intense game as both teams look to claim the three-game series.
Brewers and Cardinals Face Off in Crucial NL Central Matchup
The Milwaukee Brewers (81-58) and St. Louis Cardinals (70-69) are set to battle it out on Wednesday at 7:40 p.m. EDT in a pivotal NL Central showdown. Both teams are vying for the top spot in the division, making this game a must-watch for baseball fans.
Pitching Matchup: Sonny Gray vs. Colin Rea
The Cardinals will send Sonny Gray (12-9, 3.96 ERA) to the mound, while the Brewers will counter with Colin Rea (12-4, 3.70 ERA). Both pitchers have been solid this season and will look to lead their teams to victory.
Betting Odds and Prediction
According to BetMGM Sportsbook, the Cardinals are favored at -124, while the Brewers are the underdogs at +105. The over/under for the game is set at 8 runs. With both teams evenly matched, this game could go either way, but the Cardinals have a slight edge with Gray on the mound.
Series Decider
This game will determine the winner of the three-game series between the Brewers and Cardinals. The Brewers have a strong record at home (41-26) and overall (81-58), while the Cardinals have struggled on the road (34-37). However, the Cardinals have a winning record (51-12) when they out-hit their opponents, so they will look to capitalize on their offense in this game.
Top Performers
The Brewers’ William Contreras and Willy Adames have been on fire at the plate, with Contreras hitting .278 with 34 doubles, two triples, and 20 home runs, and Adames hitting .295 with 13 home runs in his last 10 games. On the Cardinals’ side, Paul Goldschmidt leads the team with 21 home runs and Pedro Pages has been hot at the plate, hitting .238 with two home runs and two RBI in his last 10 games.
Recent Form
Both teams have been playing well in their last 10 games, with the Brewers going 6-4 and the Cardinals going 6-4. The Brewers have a lower batting average (.227) but a better ERA (2.68) in their last 10 games, while the Cardinals have a higher batting average (.284) but a higher ERA (4.75).
Injuries
The Brewers have a few players on the injured list, including Bryse Wilson, Nick Mears, Enoli Paredes, Robert Gasser, Rob Zastryzny, Christian Yelich, Oliver Dunn, J.B. Bukauskas, Wade Miley, and Brandon Woodruff. The Cardinals have a shorter list, with Willson Contreras, Lance Lynn, Keynan Middleton, and Drew Rom on the injured list.
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