Introduction

Anticipate an intriguing National League showdown as the Miami Marlins go head to head with the St. Louis Cardinals. With each team pressing hard to seize the spotlight, this MLB prediction promises a spicy display of skills and strategies. The Marlins strive to continue their hot streak on the road, unswayed by the Cardinals’ formidable home base stronghold.

Game Time

The action begins at Monday, July 28 at 07:45 PM ET at Busch Stadium, a low-scoring venue with deep dimensions.

Moneyline Odds

Miami Marlins: +100
St. Louis Cardinals: -120
Over/Under Line: 8.5

Latest Team Records

Miami Marlins: 50-53 (Win %: 0.485)
St. Louis Cardinals: 54-52 (Win %: 0.509)

Injury Report

Miami Marlins: No major injuries reported.
St. Louis Cardinals: No major injuries reported.

Key Player Stats

Miami Marlins

• Kyle Stowers: 0.298 AVG, 23 HR, 62 RBI
• Otto Lopez: 0.251 AVG, 11 HR, 54 RBI
• Agustin Ramirez: 0.244 AVG, 15 HR, 46 RBI

St. Louis Cardinals

• Willson Contreras: 0.264 AVG, 14 HR, 61 RBI
• Ivan Herrera: 0.312 AVG, 9 HR, 39 RBI
• Alec Burleson: 0.285 AVG, 12 HR, 44 RBI

Team Analysis

Miami Marlins

The Miami Marlins bring a daunting road record to this matchup. Overcoming their adversities away from home, they’ve been showcasing impressive form, scoring consistently. With their proven resilience, they’re poised to capitalize on their momentum. At the heart of this success lie key players like Kyle Stowers and Otto Lopez, whose stellar performances have been integral in securing victories.

Despite their less impressive home stat line, the Marlins’ relentless push on the road shines through, their fighting spirit fueling their trajectory. Still, their resolve will be tested against the Cardinals’ formidable home fortitude. A lot could hinge upon the performance of Agustin Ramirez, who has shown substantial contributions to the Marlins’ offensive might.

• Batting Average: 0.254
• Total Runs Scored: 443
• Home Runs: 96
• OPS: 0.711
• ERA: 4.44
• WHIP: 1.3

Away Record: 26-25 • Home Record: 24-29
Last 5 Games: 4-1 (4.2 RPG)
Last 10 Games: 7-3 (4.8 RPG)

St. Louis Cardinals

The St. Louis Cardinals return home boasting a robust home record that instills respect. On their turf, they’ve cultivated a stronghold that’s difficult to infiltrate. Their confidence blooms at home with performances from Willson Contreras and Ivan Herrera lighting up the scoreboard routinely.

Though their recent form has shown some fluctuations, playing at their home base could serve as the driving force to bring forth their full offensive potential, including contributions from promising players like Alec Burleson. The Cardinals’ extensively accounted strength at home paints a demanding obstacle for the Marlins seeking to disrupt St. Louis’s rhythm.

• Batting Average: 0.252
• Total Runs Scored: 474
• Home Runs: 103
• OPS: 0.713
• ERA: 4.17
• WHIP: 1.29

Away Record: 23-31 • Home Record: 31-22
Last 5 Games: 2-3 (3.0 RPG)
Last 10 Games: 3-7 (3.2 RPG)

Head-to-Head History

No recent matchups between these teams in 2025.

Over/Under Trends

Miami Marlins’ last 10 games have averaged 7.9 total runs per game, with 4 of those going over the posted total of 8.5.

St. Louis Cardinals’ last 10 games have seen an average of 8.9 combined runs, with 5 games clearing the same line of 8.5.

Moneyline Betting Prediction

Couple the defensive stronghold of the Cardinals, their impenetrable home form, and their potent scoring by key players like Contreras and Herrera, and it soon becomes apparent why they’re the favorites. Notwithstanding their formidable road performances, the Marlins face an uphill battle when it comes to overcoming the Cardinals on their home turf.

Expect the St. Louis Cardinals to seize the day.

Over/Under Prediction

The St. Louis Cardinals are scoring 3.0 runs per game across their last five, and the Miami Marlins are at 4.2. These figures quite interestingly present a keen insight into where this total might land.

Recently, these teams are combining for 7.2 runs per game — below the posted total of 8.5. Therefore, the prevailing stats and trends suggest an Under 8.5 finish.

Bookmakers

Current odds sourced from: BetOnline.ag, LowVig.ag, FanDuel, Caesars, MyBookie.ag, DraftKings, BetUS, Bovada, BetMGM, BetRivers, Fanatics.

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