Cardinals vs Giants starting pitchers
- Hayden Birdsong for San Francisco Giants
- Michael McGreevy for St. Louis Cardinals
Cardinals vs Giants statistics
| Stat |
Cardinals |
Giants |
| Hits |
1355 (9th) |
1296 (19th) |
| Batting Average |
.248 (11th) |
.239 (20th) |
| Runs Batted In |
632 (24th) |
660 (Tied-16th) |
| Runs |
666 (23rd) |
692 (Tied-16th) |
| Home Runs |
164 (23rd) |
177 (Tied-16th) |
| Walks |
472 (20th) |
492 (Tied-10th) |
| Stolen Bases |
91 (22nd) |
68 (28th) |
| Strikeouts |
1304 (21st) |
1446 (10th) |
| Pitches |
23801 (10th) |
23697 (11th) |
San Francisco Giants recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 9/28/24 |
vs St. Louis Cardinals |
W |
6-5 |
| 9/27/24 |
vs St. Louis Cardinals |
L |
6-3 |
| 9/25/24 |
@ Arizona Diamondbacks |
L |
8-2 |
| 9/24/24 |
@ Arizona Diamondbacks |
W |
11-0 |
| 9/23/24 |
@ Arizona Diamondbacks |
W |
6-3 |
St. Louis Cardinals recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 9/28/24 |
@ San Francisco Giants |
L |
6-5 |
| 9/27/24 |
@ San Francisco Giants |
W |
6-3 |
| 9/26/24 |
@ Colorado Rockies |
L |
10-8 |
| 9/25/24 |
@ Colorado Rockies |
W |
5-2 |
| 9/24/24 |
@ Colorado Rockies |
W |
7-3 |
Cardinals vs Giants predictions
As the St. Louis Cardinals gear up to take on the San Francisco Giants, some key players are primed to make a major impact. Nolan Arenado, always a significant threat, is likely to continue his solid performance with a chance to drive in a few crucial runs and anchor the Cardinals' defense. Keep an eye on Alec Burleson too; his consistent contact at the plate could be exactly what St. Louis needs to spark their offense in critical moments. Paul Goldschmidt, with his blend of power and plate discipline, should never be counted out to make a game-changing play.
On the flip side, the San Francisco Giants have their own set of aces ready to make a mark. Matt Chapman, known for his prowess both at third base and in the batter’s box, could very well deliver some extra-base hits in this deciding game. Meanwhile, Heliot Ramos might not only contribute with his bat but also play a pivotal role in patrolling center field. Let's not overlook Mike Yastrzemski whose ability to get on base and experience could prove valuable in high-pressure situations, perhaps tipping the scales in favor of the Giants if he performs well.
Predicting the outcome of such a closely matched series can be tricky, but considering the form and impact of key players from both teams, the San Francisco Giants might just have the edge. Playing at Oracle Park, their home advantage combined with their crucial players potentially stepping up, suggests they could clinch this series. Yet, as any seasoned fan knows, in baseball, anything can happen! Let's see if the Giants can leverage their strengths and capitalize on the Cardinals' road game struggles to come out on top.
San Francisco Giants injuries
- Robbie Ray (SP): 15-Day-IL
- Jordan Hicks (SP): 15-Day-IL
- Tom Murphy (C): 60-Day-IL
- Kyle Harrison (SP): 15-Day-IL
- Wilmer Flores (1B): 60-Day-IL
St. Louis Cardinals injuries
- JoJo Romero (RP): 15-Day-IL
- Sonny Gray (SP): 15-Day-IL
- Lance Lynn (SP): 15-Day-IL
- Willson Contreras (C): 10-Day-IL
- Tink Hence (RP): Day-To-Day
Cardinals vs Giants game info
| Venue |
Oracle Park |
| Location |
San Francisco, California |
| First pitch |
Sun 3:05 PM |
| Temperature |
57° |
| Chance of Rain |
0% |
