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St. Louis Cardinals Face Off Against Arizona Diamondbacks in Friday Night Matchup
The St. Louis Cardinals (51-46) will take on the Arizona Diamondbacks (47-50) in a highly anticipated game at Phoenix on Friday night. Both teams are looking to secure a win and improve their standings in their respective divisions.
Pitching Matchup
The Cardinals will send Andre Pallante (5-5, 4.49 ERA, 1.29 WHIP, 64 strikeouts) to the mound, while the Diamondbacks will counter with Brandon Pfaadt (9-6, 5.07 ERA, 1.30 WHIP, 84 strikeouts). Both pitchers have had solid performances this season and will be looking to lead their teams to victory.
Betting Odds
The Diamondbacks are currently favored at -130 on the BetMGM sportsbook, while the Cardinals are listed at +109. The over/under for the game is set at 8 1/2 runs, indicating that it could be a high-scoring matchup.
Game Preview
The Diamondbacks have a home record of 23-25 and an overall record of 47-50. They have struggled in close games, going 11-19 in games decided by one run. On the other hand, the Cardinals have a 51-46 record overall and a 22-26 record on the road. They have been dominant in games decided by two or more runs, boasting a 39-9 record in such games.
This game is crucial for both teams as they look to gain ground in their divisions. The Diamondbacks will have the home field advantage, but the Cardinals have proven to be a strong team on the road. It will be an exciting matchup between two talented teams, and fans can expect a competitive game until the very end.
St. Louis Cardinals and Arizona Diamondbacks Face Off in Exciting Matchup
The St. Louis Cardinals (51-46, third in the NL Central) will take on the Arizona Diamondbacks (47-50, fourth in the NL West) in a highly anticipated game in Phoenix on Friday at 9:40 p.m. EDT.
Pitching Matchup
The Cardinals will send Andre Pallante (5-5, 4.49 ERA, 1.29 WHIP, 64 strikeouts) to the mound, while the Diamondbacks will counter with Brandon Pfaadt (9-6, 5.07 ERA, 1.30 WHIP, 84 strikeouts).
BetMGM Sportsbook Line
According to the BetMGM Sportsbook, the Diamondbacks are favored at -130, with the Cardinals at +109. The over/under for the game is set at 8 1/2 runs.
Preview
The Diamondbacks, with a 23-25 record at home and 47-50 overall, will look to start the three-game series strong against the Cardinals. However, the Cardinals have a solid 51-46 record overall and a 22-26 record on the road. They have also been dominant in games where they score five or more runs, with a 39-9 record.
This will be the fourth time these two teams face off this season, with the previous matchups being highly competitive.
Top Performers
Geraldo Perdomo has been a standout for the Diamondbacks, with 20 doubles, a triple, and 10 home runs. Lourdes Gurriel Jr. has also been on a hot streak, going 11 for 43 with five doubles and a triple in the last 10 games.
For the Cardinals, Alec Burleson has been a key player with 17 doubles, 11 home runs, and 43 RBIs. Nolan Gorman has also been a force to be reckoned with, hitting three home runs in the last 10 games.
Last 10 Games
Both teams have had a similar record in their last 10 games, with the Diamondbacks going 4-6 and the Cardinals going 4-6. However, the Diamondbacks have a slightly better batting average at .225, while the Cardinals have a higher ERA at 5.79.
Injuries
The Diamondbacks have a few players on the injured list, including Jalen Beeks, Shelby Miller, and Tommy Henry. The Cardinals have Lars Nootbaar, Nolan Arenado, Jordan Walker, and Zack Thompson on the injured list.
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