The New York Mets will play against the St. Louis Cardinals at Busch Stadium on Sunday, May 04, 2025. The game is set to start at 1:15 PM. Fans can look forward to an exciting night of baseball action.

Mets vs. Cardinals Betting Prediction

• Money Line Prediction: Mets MoneyLine: -129. The Mets have a strong record this season, especially at home. Their pitching and hitting stats are better than the Cardinals, making them a solid choice.
• Over/Under Prediction: Over 8.5 (-117). Both teams have shown they can score runs, and the Cardinals’ pitching struggles could lead to a high-scoring game.

Team Trends

• The New York Mets have a strong home record this season with 13 wins and 3 losses.
• The St. Louis Cardinals have struggled on the road, winning only 4 out of 17 games.
• In a recent game against the Cardinals, the Mets collected 17 hits and scored 9 runs.
• Brandon Nimmo had an impressive performance against the Nationals, going 4 for 6 with 2 home runs and 9 RBIs.
• Masyn Winn hit 2 home runs in a game where the Cardinals defeated the Reds 6-0.

Mets vs Cardinals Preview

The New York Mets will take on the St. Louis Cardinals at Busch Stadium on Sunday, May 04, 2025. The game starts at 1:15 PM. Fans can expect a night game with Blade Tidwell pitching for the Mets. Tidwell has no current season stats available, which makes his performance a mystery for the Mets.

On the Cardinals’ side, Erick Fedde will be on the mound. Fedde has played six games this season, posting a 1-3 record with a 4.68 ERA. He has pitched 32 2/3 innings, striking out 17 batters. Both teams will rely on their pitchers to set the tone for the game.

Cardinals at Home: Key Players and Stats

Lars Nootbaar leads the St. Louis Cardinals in several categories. He has played 32 games with a batting average of .254. Nootbaar has hit 5 home runs and scored 22 runs, both ranking first on the team.

Brendan Donovan is another strong player for the Cardinals. He has a batting average of .333 in 31 games. Donovan has contributed 17 runs and 17 RBIs, ranking second on the team in both categories.

Victor Scott II adds depth to the Cardinals’ lineup. He has a batting average of .273 over 29 games. Scott has 15 runs and 14 RBIs, placing him among the team’s top performers.

Mets’ Batting Power: Key Players and Stats

Pete Alonso is a standout for the New York Mets. He has played 33 games with a batting average of .345. Alonso leads the league with 8 home runs and 30 RBIs. Juan Soto is another key player for the Mets. In 33 games, Soto has a batting average of .258. He leads the team with 24 runs and has 14 RBIs. Francisco Lindor adds strength to the Mets’ lineup. He has a batting average of .295 over 32 games. Lindor has hit 6 home runs and scored 22 runs.

Final Betting Pick

The Mets are a strong pick for the MoneyLine at -129. Their season record of 22-11, with a 13-3 home record, shows they perform well at home. The Mets’ pitching is solid, with a league-best 2.69 ERA, which gives them an edge over the Cardinals.

For the Over 8.5 runs bet, both teams have shown they can score. The Mets have a .250 batting average and 38 home runs, while the Cardinals have a .256 average. The Cardinals’ pitching struggles, with a 4.30 ERA, could lead to more runs in the game.

All odds are courtesy of Action247 Sportsbook. Good luck!!

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