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Nationals vs. Cardinals: St. Louis Favored in Three-Game Series Opener

The Washington Nationals and St. Louis Cardinals will kick off a three-game series in the National League following a day off on Monday. Both teams faced off earlier in the season, with the Cardinals coming out on top in all three games. Jake Irvin with a 4.71 ERA will take the mound for the Nationals, while Andre Pallante with a 4.10 ERA will start for the Cardinals. The first pitch is scheduled for 7:45 EST. The Cardinals are currently favored to win with a -180 opening line that has not changed. Stay tuned for our Nationals vs. Cardinals prediction.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Nationals +151 | Cardinals -180
• Spread: Nationals +1.5 (-134) | Cardinals -1.5 (+112)
• Total: Over/Under 9 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that St. Louis will win straight-up is 64%.

Washington vs St. Louis Stats

Washington Nationals

The Washington Nationals are coming off a rough series against the Red Sox, where they were outscored 27-9 over three games. They will use the day off to regroup before heading to St. Louis. Currently, they are in last place in the NL East, 16 games behind the Phillies. In Sunday's game, Paul DeJong had an RBI-double, but they still fell 6-4. James Wood is the only Nationals player heading to the All-Star Game, leading the team in home runs and RBIs. Nathaniel Lowe is another power hitter, batting cleanup. Jake Irvin will make his 19th start, leading the team in innings pitched. Washington ranks 15th in offense, 28th in defense, and has a 37-53 record this season.

St. Louis Cardinals Analysis

The St. Louis Cardinals have struggled in their recent games, losing five of their last six matchups. They currently sit in third place in the NL Central, 2.5 games behind the Brewers. Willson Contreras leads the team in home runs and RBIs, while Brendan Donovan has the highest batting average. Lars Nootbar also contributes with 11 home runs. Andre Pallante will start his 18th game of the season with a 5-4 record and a 4.10 ERA. The Cardinals rank 12th in power and 11th in offense, but 18th in defense. They will be looking to improve their performance in upcoming games, having recently lost to the Nationals in their last three matchups.

St. Louis Cardinals Favored to Cover Runline Against Nationals in Managerial Change Matchup

Consider playing the runline in favor of St. Louis in this matchup, as they have historically performed well against the Nationals who recently underwent a managerial change. Although Washington has promising young players, their current standing at the bottom of the NL East suggests they are struggling. St. Louis, on the other hand, is coming off a challenging road trip but will have the advantage of playing at home against a weaker opponent in the NL. Pallante, who delivered an impressive performance in his last start, will be pitching for the Cardinals. With their superior skills, St. Louis is likely to take an early lead and cover the runline effectively. It is advisable to bet on the Cardinals covering the runline in this game.

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