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St. Louis Cardinals vs Detroit Tigers Series Opener Postponed, Teams Hopeful for Wednesday's Finale

The series opener between the St. Louis Cardinals and Detroit Tigers was postponed, but the teams are hopeful that Wednesday's series finale will proceed as scheduled. Both teams are looking to secure a win before catching their flights after the 1:10 p.m. EDT game at Comerica Park. The Cardinals have a record of 13-15, with an 8-8 record away, while the Tigers stand at 16-12, with a 6-8 record at home. Miles Mikolas will start for the Cardinals, with an ERA of 5.91, and Kenta Maeda will be on the mound for the Tigers, with an ERA of 5.96. Detroit is the betting favorite at -110. The outcome of this interleague clash remains to be seen.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Cardinals -104 | Tigers -110
• Spread: Cardinals -1.5 (+150) | Tigers +1.5 (-180)
• Total: Over/Under 8.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Detroit will win straight-up is 52%.

St. Louis vs Detroit Stats

St. Louis Cardinals

The St. Louis Cardinals have been struggling offensively this season, ranking poorly in several key categories such as runs per game, batting average, OBP, and slugging percentage. They have also struggled with power, having hit the second-fewest homers in the majors. Despite a solid pitching staff, the lack of scoring has put a strain on the team. The bullpen has performed well, but the starters have been inconsistent, with Miles Mikolas struggling particularly. The team's current power ranking is 22, with a ranking of 26 in offense and 20 in defense. They have a record of 13-15 this season.

Detroit Tigers Analysis

The Detroit Tigers have been performing well in terms of pitching, with the team boasting the fourth-best ERA in MLB and sixth-best among relievers. However, starting pitcher Kenta Maeda has been struggling with a high ERA of 5.96 and seven homers allowed this season. The Tigers' offense has been lacking, ranking 21st in runs per game and 24th in batting average. Despite their power ranking of 15 and strong defense, the Tigers will need to improve their offensive performance to secure a win in their upcoming matchup. It may be wise to research the best betting sites before placing any bets. Additionally, St. Louis has won two out of their last three matchups against Detroit.

Strong Bullpens and Offenses to Clash as Tigers are Favored to Win Home Game

Neither starting pitcher has demonstrated strong effectiveness. Both bullpens have shown reliability throughout April, making them dependable options. Ultimately, the outcome of the game will likely be determined by which offense can score more runs. While Kenta Maeda has struggled with allowing home runs, the pitcher-friendly confines of Comerica Park work in his favor. On the other hand, Detroit's offense has consistently generated runs and hits throughout the season. Given these factors, the Tigers are favored to win on their home turf.

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