St Louis Cardinals vs. Miami Marlins 7/3/23 – Prepare for today’s MLB picks as the St. Louis Cardinals gear up against the Miami Marlins in an eagerly awaited matchup. The spotlight will be on the starting pitchers, Miles Mikolas representing the Cardinals and Braxton Garrett representing the Marlins, as they take the mound for what promises to be an exhilarating game.
St. Louis Cardinals vs. Miami Marlins
Date & Time: Monday, July 3, 2023 at 6:40 PM ET
Location: loanDepot park
TV: MLBN
St Louis Cardinals vs. Miami Marlins 7/3/23 Betting Odds
Cardinals
Moneyline: +105
Spread: +1.5 (-200)
Total: 8 over (-115)
Marlins
Moneyline: -125
Spread: -1.5 (+170)
Total: 8 under (-105)
St. Louis Cardinals vs. Miami Marlins Analysis
St. Louis Cardinals have proven themselves an elite offensive unit this season, boasting a formidable offense with a batting average of 0.251 and 378 runs scored, all thanks to a power-hitting lineup that launched an astounding 112 home runs! Their on-base percentage of 0.325 shows their consistent approach at the plate as they reach the base safely. In contrast, their slugging rate of 0.423 underscores their power-hitting abilities, allowing them to produce extra-base hits and drive in runs effectively.
Miles Mikolas, an experienced right-handed pitcher for the St. Louis Cardinals, has shown strong performances this season despite an inconsistent record. With his 4-5 record and an earned run average of 4.44, he has proven his ability to keep the Cardinals competitive while giving them a chance at victory. While not considered elite by most standards, his track record speaks for itself – keeping opposing offenses under control while supporting games close and scores within striking distance. Mikolas has posted an average walks plus hits per inning pitched of 1.38, indicating he is reasonably effective in preventing baserunners. Through 17 starts this year, Mikolas has pitched 99.1 innings striking out 70 batters while yielding 115 hits and 49 earned runs; his strength lies in his command and ground ball-inducing abilities rather than overpowering lineups directly.
The Miami Marlins boast an aggressive offense that has enjoyed considerable success this season. Boasting a batting average of 0.260, their players have shown they can consistently make solid contact and put the ball into play, scoring 338 runs along with 79 homers for some power in their lineup – though perhaps not as prolifically as other opponents’ teams have shown them how. Their on-base percentage of 0.320 indicates they can reach base effectively and extend innings, while their slugging rate of 0.396 shows they can hit extra bases or drive in runs when given a chance.
Braxton Garrett, an impressive young left-handed pitcher for the Miami Marlins, will take to the mound. Garrett has shown great potential and effectiveness thus far this season in all his starts. With an impressive 4-2 win-loss record and an earned run average of 3.53, he has proven his ability to keep his team competitive throughout games while providing them a fighting chance to succeed. His proven ability has proven reliable at keeping runs from crossing home plate. With an average walks plus hits per inning pitched ratio of 1.13, Garrett has demonstrated excellent command and the ability to limit baserunners. Over 15 starts, Garrett has pitched 81.2 innings striking out 92 batters while allowing 77 hits and 32 earned runs; these substantial strikeout numbers attest to his ability to generate swings and misses that can prove pivotal in critical moments of a game.
St. Louis Cardinals vs. Miami Marlins Against the Spread
St. Louis Cardinals have won 10 out of their last 12 meetings with the Miami Marlins, including four wins on the road out of 5. Furthermore, five out of six road games against them ended under total score – St Louis also showed impressive results against National League opposition, winning five of seven games in July; the total has also gone under in half of those seven contests.
The Marlins have displayed a penchant for low-scoring games, with six out of their last nine outings ending under. However, this number increased to 8 of 9 when facing St. Louis Cardinals opponents. At home, however, Miami excels, winning 10 of 13 games. Additionally, five of their six home games against them ended under. National League matchups proved less fruitful, winning only two and going under four times against opponents from their division.
St. Louis Cardinals vs. Miami Marlins Free Pick
Here are our recommended picks and predicted scores of St. Louis Cardinals vs. Miami Marlins:
Moneyline: Cardinals +105
Considering the odds and team performances, we recommend placing a money line bet on the St. Louis Cardinals. Their recent success against the Marlins and strong road performance make them the favored choice in this matchup.
Spread: Cardinals +1.5 (-200)
Regarding the spread, we suggest betting on the St. Louis Cardinals. With a good spread of +1.5 (-200), the Cardinals can keep the game close even if they don’t secure the outright win.
Total: 8 under (-105)
For the total, we lean towards the under. Both teams have demonstrated a propensity for low-scoring affairs, and the historical trends support a lower-scoring game between these two teams.
Prediction: 3-4 St. Louis Cardinals win
In the battle between the St. Louis Cardinals and the Miami Marlins, our analysis points to a narrow victory for the Cardinals. With their superior team performance, recent success against the Marlins, and the strong presence of starting pitcher Miles Mikolas, we anticipate a closely contested game. Regarding Canadian MLB betting, we recommend considering the St. Louis Cardinals for the money line and spread and selecting the under for the total.
