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The Atlanta Braves (48W-34L) will once again host the St. Louis Cardinals (44W-39L) in Atlanta on Wednesday, July 6 at Truist Park. The action begins at 7:20 PM ET, so don’t forget to place your bets and watch the matchup live!
For context about Wednesday’s matchup, let’s take a look at how Atlanta and St. Louis have managed against each other recently.
This season, these two clubs have played in two matchups as the Braves have been victorious in each game against their challengers. When they last met on Tuesday, the Atlanta Braves came out on top 7-1. The Braves scored seven runs on nine hits, while the Cardinals tallied one run on nine hits. We’ll see who comes out on top this time when they meet at Truist Park.
Betting Preview for the St. Louis Cardinals vs Atlanta Braves MLB Game on July 6 2022
Where: Truist Park in Atlanta, GA
When: Wednesday, July 6, 2022 at 7:20 PM ET
Betting on the St. Louis Cardinals
Record: (44W-39L) | National League Central Standing: 2
The Cardinals were defeated by the Atlanta Braves 7-1 in their most recent outing on Tuesday, and we’ll be interested to see if this momentum continues. Overall this season, the team is currently batting .252 thanks in large part to their top bat, Paul Goldschmidt, who has a batting average of .344. Defensively, they have an ERA of 3.88 and a .988 fielding percentage. Prior to placing your bet, don’t forget to consult our evaluation of the odds !
Absences and Injuries
It’s confirmed that the Cardinals are without Alexander Reyes (Shoulder), Tyler O’Neill (Hamstring), McKenzie Dickerson (Calf), Jack Flaherty (Shoulder), Génesis Cabrera (COVID-19), Harrison Bader (Foot), Johan Oviedo (Undisclosed), Steven Matz (Shoulder), Timothy McFarland (Illness), Drew VerHagen (Shoulder), and Yadier Molina (Knee).
Betting on the Atlanta Braves
Record: (48W-34L) | National League East Standing: 2
The last time we saw them, the Braves defeated the St. Louis Cardinals on Tuesday. Led by their top hitter, Dansby Swanson, who has a batting average of .293, the Braves are currently averaging .247 at the plate so far this season. In terms of defense, the team has an ERA of 3.7 and a .988 fielding percentage. Before you select your picks, be sure to check out our odds assessment below!
Absences and Injuries
Per the list of injuries and inactive players, the Braves will play without Ozhanio Albies (Foot), Kirby Yates (Elbow), Michael Soroka (Achilles), Kenley Jansen (Heart), Manuel Piña (Wrist), Luke Jackson (Elbow), and Adam Duvall (Hand).
St. Louis Cardinals vs Atlanta Braves | Moneyline, Over/Under and Point Spread Odds
Moneyline Pick: Atlanta Braves (-188) at FanDuel
The Atlanta Braves are considered the favorite. They has been relishing in a productive beginning to July showing a winning percentage of 70% in the last 10 games (seven victories and three losses). The winning percentage for the St. Louis Cardinals’ is lower at 40% in the last 10 games (four victories and six losses).
Over/Under Pick: Under 8.5 Total Runs (-115) at FanDuel
Before placing a bet, consider that the estimated O/U is under 8.5. That is to say that the combined number of total runs for both teams will be under 8.5.
Runline Pick: Atlanta Braves -1.5 Runs (+102) at FanDuel
The Atlanta Braves will need to win by the amount of the spread or more in order to cover the oddsmakers’ runline of -1.5.
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