Atlanta Braves vs St Louis Cardinals 4/5/23 – On Wednesday night, the Atlanta Braves 3-1 will try for their third series win when they take on St. Louis Cardinals 2-2 in the final game of a three-game set. Starting pitchers for both teams will be Bryce Elder and Miles Mikolas. MLB betting guide will help you to place your bets on your best teams.
Atlanta Braves vs St Louis Cardinals
Date & Time: Wednesday, April 5, 2023 at 1:15 PM ET
Location: Busch Stadium
TV: MLBN
Atlanta Braves vs St. Louis Cardinals Betting Odds
Braves
Moneyline: +103
Spread: -1.5 (+170)
Total: 8.5 over (-115)
Cardinals
Moneyline: -122
Spread: +1.5 (-213)
Total: 8.5 under (-103)
Atlanta Braves vs St Louis Cardinals Analysis
As a team, the Atlanta Braves are averaging 5.8 runs per game this season, which puts them in 10th place in MLB. They have scored 23 runs while maintaining an OBP of 0.353. As a unit, they’ve hit 6 doubles and hit 7 balls out of the park; that gives them 20 RBI’s and 37 hits on the year while their average at bat stands at 0.268. Atlanta has also slugged 0.464 while being struck out 30 times while taking 18 walks. The Braves relief pitchers have posted a save percentage of 0.0% and have come into play in 4 save situations this season, inheriting 5 runners for their team; 20.0% earned runs from these inherited runners. Furthermore, five bullpen pitchers entered games with opponents on base twice this season while making two appearances in high leverage situations as well. So far this season, 13 relief pitchers have taken the mound for Atlanta; 4 holds have been recorded thus far and they earned zero saves while missing none of their 0 save opportunities this season. In 315 innings played this season, the Atlanta Braves have converted 70.8% of balls in play into outs – ranking them 10th in baseball. They’ve recorded 105 putouts, 39 assists, and 2 errors so far this season; their fielding percentage remains at 0.986 which ranks 15th among pro baseball clubs; additionally they’ve earned 4 double plays this year.
The St Louis Cardinals boast a team SLG% of 0.537 and are scoring 6.50 runs per contest. They have hit 6 two-baggers, earned 13 free bases, and scored 26 runs overall. St. Louis has 7 home runs this year along with 25 RBIs; they’ve struck out on 25 occasions while collecting 53 base hits this season. With an on-base percentage of 0.409 and team batting average of 0.356 this season. The Cardinals currently hold a WHIP of 1.694 and FIP of 4.22 as a team this season, with an earned K/BB ratio of 1.79. They rank 23rd in MLB for total hits allowed with 42, have allowed 3 HR’s, and allowed 5.75 runs per 9 innings this season – giving up 23 runs overall with an ERA of 5.75. The St. Louis Cardinals have earned 3 double plays and boast a fielding percentage of 1.000. They have recorded 42 assists, zero errors, and 108 putouts this season for an efficiency on defense of 64.2% over 324 innings played.
Atlanta Braves vs St Louis Cardinals Against the Spread
Over is 5-0 in Braves last 5 vs. National League Central. Braves are 5-0 in their last 5 road games with the total set at 11.0 or higher. Under is 4-1 in the Braves last 5 Wednesday games. Over is 4-1 in Braves last 5 road games vs. a right-handed starter. Braves are 1-4 in their last 5 Wednesday games.
Under is 3-0-1 in Cardinals last 4 Wednesday games. Cardinals are 0-4 in their last 4 vs. National League East. Cardinals are 4-0 in Mikolas’ last 4 home starts with the total set at 9.0-10.5. Under is 8-1 in Mikolas’ last 9 starts vs. a team with a winning record. Under is 8-1 in Mikolas’ last 9 starts with 5 days of rest.
Atlanta Braves vs St Louis Cardinals Free Pick
The Braves have won three of their last four games and are playing well offensively. They’ve had great success against right-handers so far and should have no trouble scoring in this game due to past successes against Mikolas. The Cardinals have split their first four games this season and are playing well offensively. Even though they’ve done an admirable job against right-handed pitchers, the Cardinals may struggle offensively against Elder because of his stellar pitching performance down the stretch last season. As Atlanta boasts one of the best bullpens in baseball, expect them to keep the Cardinals’ offense under wraps today as per MLB betting tips.
Free Pick: Atlanta Braves -1.5 (+170)
