The Chicago Cubs and St. Louis Cardinals are set to clash on August 9, 2025, in a highly anticipated matchup. With both teams vying for position in the NL Central, this game promises excitement for baseball fans and bettors alike. Here’s a look at the odds, predictions, and key trends to consider for this pivotal game.
Cubs vs. Cardinals: Game Day Breakdown
The Chicago Cubs, holding a 66-49 record, will face the St. Louis Cardinals, who stand at 59-58, at Busch Stadium. The first pitch is scheduled for 7:15 p.m. ET and will be broadcast on FOX. The Cubs are favored in this contest, with moneyline odds of -170, while the Cardinals are listed as underdogs at +143. The over/under for the game is set at 8.5 runs, with the Cubs favored on the run line at -1.5.
Key Matchup Insights
Pitching Matchup: The Cubs will send right-hander Colin Rea (8-5, 4.23 ERA) to the mound, while the Cardinals will counter with Andre Pallante (6-8, 4.57 ERA).
Offensive Power: The Cubs boast the third-best offense in baseball, scoring 5.1 runs per game and ranking fourth with 164 home runs. The Cardinals are 14th in scoring with 514 runs and 25th in home runs with 112.
Betting Trends: The Cubs have a strong record when favored, winning 65.4% of games where they are the moneyline favorite. Conversely, the Cardinals have a 50% win rate when entering games as underdogs.
Betting Trends and Predictions
When the Cubs are moneyline favorites of -170 or shorter, they have an impressive 18-8 record. The Cardinals, however, have struggled when listed as underdogs of +143 or more, holding a 3-10 record in such situations. Betting trends suggest a slight edge for the Cubs, but the Cardinals have shown resilience as underdogs.
Score Prediction: Cubs 5, Cardinals 4
Total Prediction: Over 8.5 runs
Key Players to Watch
Chicago Cubs:
Seiya Suzuki leads the team with 27 home runs and 84 RBIs.
Pete Crow-Armstrong also has 27 home runs, driving in 78 runs.
Nico Hoerner is hitting a team-best .292.
St. Louis Cardinals:
Willson Contreras has a team-high 16 home runs and 65 RBIs.
Alec Burleson is batting .285 to lead the Cardinals.
Brendan Donovan is hitting .278 with nine home runs.
Injury Report
The Cubs have several players on the injured list, including Mike Soroka (shoulder), Jameson Taillon (calf), Justin Steele (elbow), Javier Assad (oblique), Miguel Amaya (oblique), and Eli Morgan (elbow). The Cardinals are dealing with injuries to Nolan Arenado (shoulder), John King (oblique), and Zack Thompson (lat).
How to Watch
Fans can catch the game on FOX at 7:15 p.m. ET. Streaming options include Fubo TV. Radio broadcasts will be available on 670-AM The Score and WRTO 1200 for the Cubs, and KMOX 1120 AM/104.1 FM for the Cardinals.
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