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Cardinals vs. Astros Game Preview: Live MLB Prediction, Odds & Picks

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Cardinals vs. Astros preview (Apr 17). Updated every 15 minutes with current odds (Astros -138), Christian Walker props & pitching matchup: Kyle Leahy vs. Peter Lambert (probable).

Today's Data Snapshot

Today's Data Snapshot
Market Source:FanDuel Sportsbook
Primary Prediction:Total U 8.5
Key Player Prop:Christian Walker Over 0.5 RBIs
Probable Pitchers:Kyle Leahy (RHP; 5.14 ERA) vs. Peter Lambert (RHP; 0.00 ERA)
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St. Louis Cardinals

10-8

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Houston Astros

8-12

GAME PREDICTIONS Latest News

GAME PREDICTIONS

PREDICTED GAME OUTCOME

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0.2 Runs

CHANCE TO WIN

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Model Picks

Total

Total U 8.5

Insights provided by the SportsGrid betting model

LATEST INJURY STATUS

Cardinals INJURIES

D60

The St. Louis Cardinals transferred OF Lars Nootbaar from the 10-day injured list to the 60-day injured list due to ongoing complications from heel surgery.

D15

The St. Louis Cardinals placed RHP Matt Pushard on the 15-day injured list with right knee patellar tendinitis.

D15

The St. Louis Cardinals placed RHP Hunter Dobbins on the 15-day injured list due to a right knee ACL reconstruction-rehabilitation.

Astros INJURIES

D15

The Houston Astros placed RHP Cody Bolton on the 15-day injured list with right mid-back inflammation.

D10

The Houston Astros placed INF Jeremy Peña on the 10-day injured list due to a grade one hamstring.

D10

The Houston Astros placed OF Jake Meyers on the 10-day injured list with a right oblique strain.

D60

The Houston Astros transferred RHP Ronel Blanco to the 60-day injured list.

D15

The Houston Astros placed RHP Hunter Brown on the 15-day injured list due to a right shoulder strain.

D15

The Houston Astros placed LHP Josh Hader on the 15-day injured list with left biceps tendinitis.

D15

The Houston Astros placed RHP Cristian Javier on the 15-day injured list with a right shoulder strain.

D15

The Houston Astros placed LHP Bennett Sousa on the 15-day injured list with left oblique strain.

D15

The Houston Astros placed RHP Nate Pearson on the 15-day injured list as he recovers from right elbow surgery.

D60

The Houston Astros placed LHP Brandon Walter on the 60-day injured list as he recovers from left elbow surgery.

D60

The Houston Astros transferred RHP Hayden Wesneski to the 60-day injured list as he recovers from right elbow surgery.

D10

The Houston Astros placed OF Zach Dezenzo on the 10-day injured list with right elbow sprain.

LATEST PLAYER PROPS

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the latest odds and run line for St. Louis Cardinals vs. Houston Astros?

The Houston Astros are favored by 1.5 runs on the run line (-1.5), while the St. Louis Cardinals are underdogs +1.5 runs. The moneyline is St. Louis Cardinals +118 and Houston Astros -138. The over/under is set at 8.5 runs.

Who is projected to win St. Louis Cardinals vs. Houston Astros, and what are the win probabilities?

The model projects the Houston Astros to win by 0.2 runs. Win probability is 53% for the Houston Astros and 47% for the St. Louis Cardinals.

Who are the probable starting pitchers for St. Louis Cardinals vs. Houston Astros?

For this matchup, St. Louis Cardinals is expected to start Kyle Leahy (RHP; 5.14 ERA), while Houston Astros will likely go with Peter Lambert (RHP; 0.00 ERA). Pitching matchups can change due to injuries, rest days, or strategic decisions.

What are the best bets for St. Louis Cardinals vs. Houston Astros (run line, moneyline, total)?

The SportsGrid model's top game pick is Total U 8.5. The projected margin supports this pick.

What are the top player prop picks for St. Louis Cardinals vs. Houston Astros?

Top player props include Christian Walker Over 0.5 RBIs, Kyle Leahy Under 3.5 Ks, Jordan Walker Over 0.5 HRs. These are highlighted as strong value plays by the SportsGrid model.