Philadelphia Phillies vs St. Louis Cardinals MLB Betting Prediction
PublishedApril 11, 2025,            Posted By: Maria Uebelhor
Last updated:April 11, 2025 ,

MLB Philadelphia vs St. Louis Cardinals Prediction 4/11

The Philadelphia Phillies will play against the St. Louis Cardinals at Busch Stadium on Friday, April 11, 2025. This night game is set to start at 8:15 PM. Fans can look forward to an exciting game between these two teams.

Phillies vs. Cardinals Betting Prediction

  • Money Line Prediction: Philadelphia Phillies MoneyLine: -132. The Phillies have a better record and strong hitters like Kyle Schwarber and Bryce Harper. Aaron Nola’s recent performance is a concern, but the Phillies’ overall form gives them an edge.
  • Over/Under Prediction: Over 7.5 (-116). Both teams have potent offenses, with the Cardinals having a high batting average and the Phillies scoring well. The Cardinals’ pitching struggles suggest a higher-scoring game.

Team Trends

  • The Philadelphia Phillies have a home record of 5-1 this season.
  • The St. Louis Cardinals have a road record of 1-5 this season.
  • In a recent game, the Phillies’ Taijuan Walker pitched 4 2/3 innings without allowing a run.
  • In a recent game against the Pirates, the Cardinals’ Erick Fedde did not allow any hits in 6 innings.
  • Bryce Harper hit a home run in the Phillies’ 4-3 win against the Braves.

Phillies vs Cardinals Preview

The Philadelphia Phillies are heading to Busch Stadium to take on the St. Louis Cardinals. Aaron Nola will be on the mound for the Phillies. In his last two starts, Nola has pitched 11 1/3 innings with an ERA of 6.35. He has allowed two home runs in each of those games. Phillies fans hope he can find his form from spring training, where he had a 1.84 ERA.

Andre Pallante will start for the Cardinals. He has pitched 9 1/3 innings this season with an ERA of 3.86. Pallante’s last outing against the Boston Red Sox saw him pitch 4 1/3 innings, allowing two runs. Both pitchers will aim to keep their teams in the game. Fans can expect a competitive night at Busch Stadium.

Cardinals’ Home Performance Overview

The St. Louis Cardinals have shown solid hitting this season. Brendan Donovan leads the team with a .375 batting average and 10 RBIs. Victor Scott II and Lars Nootbaar are also contributing with home runs and runs scored. Andre Pallante is set to pitch for the Cardinals. He has a 3.86 ERA over two games this season. Pallante’s recent performance includes six strikeouts against the Boston Red Sox. The Cardinals rank second in team batting average and on-base percentage. However, their pitching needs improvement with a 5.24 ERA. The team aims to boost their pitching stats in the upcoming games.

Phillies’ Power at the Plate and on the Mound

The Philadelphia Phillies have strong hitters this season. Kyle Schwarber leads with a .283 batting average and 6 home runs. His 12 RBIs and 12 runs are also top in the league. Bryce Harper and Nick Castellanos add depth with their own home runs and RBIs. Aaron Nola is the starting pitcher for the Phillies in this game. In his last two starts, he pitched over 11 innings with a 6.35 ERA. He aims to improve his performance against the Cardinals. The Phillies’ team stats show a .257 batting average, ranking fifth. Their on-base percentage is first in the league. The pitching staff holds a 3.50 ERA, which ranks ninth.

Final Betting Pick

The Phillies’ MoneyLine at -132 looks favorable given their strong start to the season. They have an 8-4 record and a solid home performance of 5-1. Key hitters like Kyle Schwarber, who leads the league in home runs and RBIs, and Bryce Harper, with a high on-base percentage, add to their advantage. While Aaron Nola’s recent outings have been shaky, the Phillies’ overall form and hitting power provide confidence in their ability to secure a win.

The Over 7.5 prediction is supported by both teams’ strong offensive stats. The Phillies have a high on-base percentage and rank well in home runs, while the Cardinals have a high batting average and slugging percentage. With the Cardinals’ pitching struggles, indicated by their 5.24 ERA, a high-scoring game is likely. Both teams’ ability to score and the Phillies’ recent hitting performances suggest a game with plenty of runs.

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