Milwaukee (73-52) at St. Louis (61-64)
- When: Aug 21 2024, 7:45 PM
- Where: Busch Stadium, St. Louis
- Where to watch: Fox Sports 1
Game Odds, Spread, Moneyline & Total
Milwaukee Brewers @ St. Louis Cardinals
Moneyline
Milwaukee Brewers -109
St. Louis Cardinals -111
Milwaukee Brewers @ St. Louis Cardinals
Runline
Milwaukee Brewers 1.5 (-230)
St. Louis Cardinals -1.5 (+190)
Milwaukee Brewers @ St. Louis Cardinals
Total
Over 7.5 (-110)
Under 7.5 (-110)
- Odds source: Bovada Sportsbook
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Probable Pitchers:
Milwaukee: Tobias Myers (6-5, 2.81)
St. Louis: Kyle Gibson (7-5, 4.26)
Team Stats
| Brewers | Cardinals | |
| 73-52 | Record | 61-64 |
| 35-28 | Away & Home | 29-34 |
| 7-3 | Last 10 | 2-8 |
| W6 | Streak | L2 |
Game Preview
The Milwaukee Brewers have been a thorn in the side of the St. Louis Cardinals this season, claiming seven victories out of eight matchups, including a 3-2 win on Tuesday night.
As the teams prepare for the second game of their three-game series in St. Louis on Wednesday, the Brewers are looking to extend their winning streak to seven games with continued solid performances.
Milwaukee’s recent success can be attributed to effective situational hitting and just enough pitching to secure victories. "That’s a really athletic group across the way," Cardinals manager Oliver Marmol noted, acknowledging the Brewers’ skill despite lacking some big-name players. "They may not have some household names, but when it comes to athleticism and overall skill, it’s a well-constructed team."
Brewers slugger Rhys Hoskins mentioned on the "Foul Territory" podcast that the team’s strategy often differs from that of more powerful teams. "We kind of have to play the game a little bit differently, running around the bases, causing chaos, bunting, and trying to get a run here and there, and all of a sudden, we’re ahead," he explained.
On Wednesday, Milwaukee will send right-hander Tobias Myers (6-5, 2.81 ERA) to the mound. Myers has been consistent, allowing two or fewer earned runs in his last six starts. In his previous outing against the Cardinals on May 9, he surrendered just one run over four innings in a 7-1 victory.
Meanwhile, the Cardinals are struggling, having lost seven of their last eight games. Marmol emphasized the need for his team to stay resilient, stating, "We’ve got to take our best shot. There’s nobody that’s going to give in. Is it going to be easy? No. But we’re going to show up with enthusiasm and conviction."
St. Louis will counter with right-hander Kyle Gibson (7-5, 4.26 ERA). Gibson faced difficulties in his last start, allowing seven runs (six earned) in less than five innings during a loss to the Cincinnati Reds. He acknowledged the frustration that comes with such struggles, saying, "It’s hard to play this game frustrated."
In two starts against the Brewers this season, Gibson has performed well, holding a 2.45 ERA and allowing only three runs across 11 innings, though he did walk eight batters. Over his career against Milwaukee, he holds a 1-2 record with a 4.85 ERA in ten starts.
Before the series commenced, the Cardinals made several roster moves, including activating Matt Carpenter, who hit a two-run homer in the eighth inning on Tuesday. They also welcomed first baseman Luken Baker from Triple-A Memphis while releasing shortstop Brandon Crawford and returning outfielder Jordan Walker to the minors.
MLB Parlay Picks & Predictions
Final Score: Milwaukee 6-2
Expert Pick: Milwaukee -109 & Over 7½ (-110)
A $100 Parlay Bet will return $366
- MLB Odds source: Bovada Sportsbook
