St. Louis Cardinals (31-33) vs. Chicago Cubs (32-34)
St. Louis Cardinals vs. Chicago Cubs June 15 2024 – This matchup at Wrigley Field features two teams hovering just below the .500 mark as the St. Louis Cardinals face the Chicago Cubs on June 15, 2024. Given their current standings, bettors might find it challenging to decide where to place their wagers, emphasizing the importance of safe betting websites that offer up-to-date odds and comprehensive game insights.
St. Louis Cardinals vs. Chicago Cubs June 15 2024 Game Info
| When: | Saturday, June 15, 2024, at 2:20 PM ET |
| Where: | Wrigley Field |
| TV: | FS1 |
| Stream: | MLB.TV |
St. Louis Cardinals vs. Chicago Cubs Betting Odds
| Team | Moneyline | Spread | Total |
| Cardinals | TBD | TBD | TBD |
| Cubs | TBD | TBD | TBD |
Currently, betting odds for this game are still to be determined. It’s critical for bettors to monitor these as the game approaches, especially considering the close records of both teams.
Andre Pallante (2-2, 4.88 ERA) vs. Shota Imanaga (6-1, 1.96 ERA)
Andre Pallante‘s early season struggles have been evident by his 4.88 ERA across 24 innings pitched and 1.58 WHIP; both metrics indicate too many batters reaching base, making him vulnerable against an offense like Chicago Cubs’ that thrives off such opportunities. Yet despite these difficulties he has shown some ability to limit damage with 17 strikeouts; though his inconsistent game control and propensity for giving out free passes (12 thus far) increases chances of early game exits and early exits altogether.
Shota Imanaga has been an outstanding performer for the Cubs this season, boasting a staggering 1.96 ERA and impressive 1.03 WHIP across 69 innings pitched. Thanks to his outstanding control and precision on the mound, his strikeout-to-walk ratio stands out – 72 Ks against 11 Walks is impressive indeed! In addition, Imanaga’s home run suppression abilities (he allowed 7 home runs this year) combined with weak contact inducing allows him to be a formidable foe against Cardinal hitters while simultaneously saving his bullpen from becoming overtaxed!
Pallante and Imanaga present an ideal matchup of an underperforming pitcher facing off against an elite starter; Pallante may struggle with control and be susceptible to giving up hits that the Cubs may exploit late in games to take control of games, while Imanaga must remain composed and efficient to navigate his way through Cardinals lineup that may prove more resistant.
Cardinals at the Plate: Analyzing the Offense
The Cardinals have hit .235 as a team with a slugging percentage of .372. Their offensive production has been modest with 254 runs scored and 61 homers. Such production places additional stress on their pitching staff during games where opponents’ starters perform strongly.
Cubs on the Swing: Team’s Offensive Insight
Chicago holds a slightly lower batting average at .229 than their Cardinal counterparts but have managed to outscore them with 284 runs and 64 homers scored. Their on-base percentage stands out as slightly better at.311, showing they may possess an edge at bat that will prove decisive during what promises to be an intense contest between these teams.
St. Louis Cardinals Betting Trends
Cardinals are 2-3 in their last 5 games.
St. Louis Cardinals are 3-2 in their last 5 games against the spread
Cardinals are 15-20 in their road games against the spread
The totals have gone OVER in 2 of Cardinals’ last 5 games
The totals have gone OVER in 13 of Cardinals’ 30 last games at home
Chicago Cubs Betting Trends
Cubs are 1-4 in their last 5 games.
Chicago Cubs are 3-2 in their last 5 games against the spread
Cubs are 19-17 in their road games against the spread
The totals have gone OVER in 1 of Cubs’ last 5 games
The totals have gone OVER in 15 of Cubs’ 31 last games at home
St. Louis Cardinals vs. Chicago Cubs Betting Picks
With the current data and recent performances, the Cubs, led by Shota Imanaga’s outstanding season, might be the safer bet, especially if the Cardinals’ Andre Pallante continues to struggle. Bettors should consider the under if the total seems high, given the pitching mismatch and the offensive inconsistencies of both teams.
Looking at MLB betting picks, the Cubs could be a more appealing option, particularly if their moneyline offers good value. Prop bets on strikeouts for Imanaga might also be worth considering, given his track record this season. This prediction considers both the starting pitching matchup and the recent offensive outputs of both teams, suggesting a Cubs win in a moderately scoring game.
Score Prediction: Cubs 5, Cardinals 3.
