St. Louis Cardinals vs. Cincinnati Reds: Preview, Predictions and Picks for May 27, 2024

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May 27, 2024 6:16 AM
On Monday, May 27, the St. Louis Cardinals, with a 25-26 overall record and 12-14 away record, will face the Cincinnati Reds, who hold a 23-30 overall record and 13-15 home record, at Great American Ball Park at 4:10 PM. The Reds will look to turn their season around on their home turf, while the Cardinals aim to capitalize on their opponent's struggles. Expect a thrilling matchup between these NL Central foes.
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Cardinals vs Reds starting pitchers

  • Nick Lodolo for Cincinnati Reds
  • Lance Lynn for St. Louis Cardinals

Cardinals vs Reds statistics

Stat Cardinals Reds
Hits 398 (Tied-25th) 373 (Tied-29th)
Batting Average .234 (21st) .218 (29th)
Runs Batted In 187 (29th) 208 (20th)
Runs 200 (29th) 220 (20th)
Home Runs 43 (Tied-27th) 50 (Tied-19th)
Walks 173 (Tied-12th) 177 (Tied-7th)
Stolen Bases 28 (Tied-22nd) 84 (1st)
Strikeouts 436 (Tied-16th) 494 (6th)
Pitches 7567 (22nd) 7663 (18th)

Cincinnati Reds recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
5/26/24 vs Los Angeles Dodgers W 4-1
5/25/24 vs Los Angeles Dodgers W 3-1
5/24/24 vs Los Angeles Dodgers W 9-6
5/23/24 vs San Diego Padres L 6-4 F/10
5/22/24 vs San Diego Padres L 7-3

St. Louis Cardinals recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
5/26/24 vs Chicago Cubs W 4-3
5/25/24 vs Chicago Cubs W 7-6
5/22/24 vs Baltimore Orioles W 5-4
5/21/24 vs Baltimore Orioles W 3-1
5/20/24 vs Baltimore Orioles W 6-3

Cardinals vs Reds predictions

As the St. Louis Cardinals take the field against the Cincinnati Reds, I'm expecting a big game from Nolan Arenado, who's been on a tear lately. I think he'll go 2-for-4 with a home run and two RBIs. Paul Goldschmidt is another player to watch, and I predict he'll go 3-for-5 with a double and an RBI. Meanwhile, Brendan Donovan should provide some spark from the top of the lineup, going 2-for-4 with a run scored and a stolen base.

On the other side, the Cincinnati Reds have some firepower of their own. Elly De La Cruz is a player who always seems to come up big, and I think he'll go 2-for-4 with a home run and two RBIs. Spencer Steer is another player to watch, and I predict he'll go 3-for-5 with a double and an RBI. Meanwhile, Jonathan India should provide some punch from the top of the lineup, going 2-for-4 with a run scored.

Based on these projections, I think the Reds have the edge in this one. Their offense has been clicking lately, and I think they'll be able to outslug the Cardinals. Nick Lodolo is a tough pitcher, and I think he'll keep the Cardinals' bats in check. In the end, I'm predicting a 6-4 Reds victory.

Cincinnati Reds injuries

  • Jeimer Candelario (3B): Day-To-Day
  • Nick Lodolo (SP): 15-Day-IL
  • Alex Young (RP): 60-Day-IL
  • TJ Friedl (CF): 10-Day-IL
  • Justin Wilson (RP): 15-Day-IL

St. Louis Cardinals injuries

  • Lars Nootbaar (RF): Day-To-Day
  • Keynan Middleton (RP): 15-Day-IL
  • Riley O'Brien (RP): 60-Day-IL
  • Giovanny Gallegos (RP): 15-Day-IL
  • Nick Robertson (RP): 15-Day-IL

Cardinals vs Reds game info

Venue Great American Ball Park
Location Cincinnati, Ohio
First pitch Mon 4:10 PM
Temperature 79°
Chance of Rain 49%

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