San Diego Padres Take on St. Louis Cardinals in Exciting Matchup
The San Diego Padres are gearing up to face off against the St. Louis Cardinals in what is sure to be an intense and thrilling game. Both teams have been performing well this season, making this matchup one to watch for baseball fans.
The Padres, led by star players such as Manny Machado and Fernando Tatis Jr., have been on a hot streak lately, winning six of their last ten games. They currently hold a record of 25-18 and are determined to continue their winning streak against the Cardinals.
On the other hand, the Cardinals have also been playing strong, with a record of 24-19. Led by veteran players like Yadier Molina and Paul Goldschmidt, they have proven to be a formidable opponent for any team.
This game will also mark the first time these two teams have faced each other this season, adding an extra level of excitement for both players and fans alike. The Padres will be looking to make a statement and show the Cardinals that they are a force to be reckoned with.
The matchup between these two teams is sure to be a close one,
Padres vs. Cardinals: Darvish and Gray to Face Off in Series Opener
It’s Thursday, July 24 and the San Diego Padres (55-47) are in St. Louis to open a series against the Cardinals (52-51). The matchup between Yu Darvish and Sonny Gray is sure to be an exciting one as both teams come into the series riding a two-game losing streak.
The Padres suffered their second straight loss to the Marlins in Miami on Wednesday, with their offense being held in check by Sandy Alcantara. On the other hand, the Cardinals were held to just five hits in their 6-0 loss to the Rockies in Denver.
But don’t worry, we’ve got you covered with all the latest info and analysis you need to know ahead of the game. From how to catch the tipoff, odds, recent team performance, player stats, and of course, our predictions, picks & best bets, our modeling tools and staff of experts have got you covered.
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The latest odds as of Thursday:
Moneyline: Padres (+115), Cardinals (-136)
Spread: Cardinals -1.5
Total: 8.0 runs
Pitching matchup for July 24, 2025: Yu Darvish vs. Sonny Gray
Padres: Yu Darvish (0-2, 6.08 ERA)
Last outing: July 19 at Washington – 5.40 ERA, 3 Earned Runs Allowed, 5 Hits Allowed, 1 Walks, and 1 Strikeouts
Cardinals: Sonny Gray (9-4, 4.04 ERA)
Last outing: July 19 at Arizona – 21.60 ERA, 8 Earned Runs Allowed, 11 Hits Allowed, 0 Walks, and 5 Strikeouts
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Some key trends and stats to keep in mind:
– The Cardinals are 1-5 in their last 6 games
– Manny Machado is 2-19 in 5 games since the All-Star Break
– Willson Contreras has hits in 4 of 5 games since the All-Star Break (7-20)
– Fernando Tatis Jr. is 2-17 (.118) since the All-Star Break
– Nolan Arenado is 7-32 (.219) in July
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