Cardinals vs Braves Betting Preview
The St. Louis Cardinals visit the Atlanta Braves on Friday, with both teams resuming play after the MLB All-Star Break. The Cardinals will send Sonny Gray to the mound, where he’ll be opposed by rookie Spencer Schwellenbach.
The Cardinals are 23-28 when facing a team above .500, while Atlanta is 33-27. Schwellenbach has pitched well in his last two starts and is showing signs of putting things together.
The Braves are solid at home, going 29-17, which has to be factored in when looking at a Cardinals vs Braves MLB betting preview. Take Atlanta -130 on your MLB picks.
St. Louis Cardinals vs Atlanta Braves Information Information
Cardinals (50-46) vs Braves (53-42)
Location of the game: Truist Park, Atlanta, Georgia
Date & Time: Friday, July 19, 7:20 p.m. EST
Where to Watch: Bally Sports Midwest, Bally Sports Southeast
Cardinals vs Braves
- Pick: Atlanta Braves -130
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Cardinals vs Braves Odds
The Atlanta Braves are favored, as they have been in all 46 home games played so far this season. The MLB lines at BetUS could change slightly when Atlanta officially announces Schwellenbach as its starter.
| Sportsbook | Spread | Moneyline | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| BetUS Odds | Cardinals: +1½ -190 Braves: -1½ +160 |
Cardinals: +111 Braves: -121 |
O: 7½ -120 U: 7½ Ev |
| BetOnline Odds | Cardinals: +1½ -190 Braves: -1½ +165 |
Cardinals: +110 Braves: -120 |
O: 8-115 U: 8-105 |
| MyBookie Odds | Cardinals: +1½ -200 Braves: -1½ +160 |
Cardinals: +104 Braves: -127 |
O: 8-118 U: 8-112 |
| SportsBetting Odds | Cardinals: +1½ -190 Braves: -1½ +165 |
Cardinals: +110 Braves: -120 |
O: 8-118 U: 8-112 |
Cardinals vs Braves Betting Preview
Sonny Gray & Scott Schwellenbach
Gray has become one of the more consistent pitchers in baseball lately, and he’s having another decent season this year. St. Louis has won 11 of the 17 games he’s started this season. Gray has pitched better at home this year, but the Cardinals are still 5-2 when he starts on the road. The Cardinals vs Braves MLB betting preview notes St. Louis has scored seven runs in four of his five road victories.
Schwellenbach has taken a few lumps this season, as most rookie pitchers do. He’s given Atlanta an opportunity to win most of his starts, although the Braves are just 3-5 when he takes the mound. You can’t entirely blame that on Schwellenbach, as Atlanta scored two runs or less in five of his first six starts.
St. Louis Cardinals: MLB Leaders in Saves
The St Louis Cardinals score at a slightly lower rate than the MLB league average, but aren’t too far off the league average by scoring 4.1 runs per game. St. Louis is No. 13 in the MLB team stats in hitting. The bullpen has helped keep the Cardinals in the playoff race, converting a league-high 35 saves in 48 opportunities.
Siani Day-to-Day
Outfielder Michael Siani is listed as day-to-day after being hit by a pitch last week. He missed St. Louis’ game on Sunday, but the Cardinals were hopeful he’ll be able to return here. He hasn’t been tearing it up at the plate, but he is playing great defense and helping the team.
Cardinals Look to Extend Away Underdog Play
St. Louis is 15-17 as an away underdog this season, but is on a 5-3 run. The Cardinals have been at their best as a small underdog, going 11-5 when getting +120 or less.
Atlanta Braves: MLB ERA Leaders
Atlanta’s offense hasn’t been anything special, but the Atlanta Braves are scoring enough runs to win games, which is all that counts. The offense has gotten a helping hand from a pitching staff that leads MLB with a 3.40 ERA. Atlanta has 11 shutouts on the season and is 26 for 37 in save opportunities.
Harris Out Several More Weeks
Outfielder Michael Harris is expected to miss several more weeks and return in early August. He is hitting .250 with 30 runs scored and 20 RBI for Atlanta. Pitcher Ian Anderson is expected to make another rehab start on Friday for Class AA Rome.
Schwellenbach, the Premier Under Pitcher
The Atlanta Braves are 1-7 in totals when Schwellenbach starts this season. His first start of the year went over the total, while Atlanta has gone under the number in his last seven outings.
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Atlanta Gets the Nod
The Cardinals vs Braves MLB betting preview likes the Braves to start the second half of the season on a high note. Schwellenbach has put together strong starts, allowing two runs over his last 13 innings. Atlanta is one of the best home teams in baseball, while the Cardinals are .500 on the road.
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