Introduction

As the long days of summer wind down, the tension in the MLB skyrockets, and this showdown between the Chicago Cubs and the St. Louis Cardinals is no exception. This National League confrontation is a classic tale of two cities, two storied franchises, and two teams striving to assert themselves down the stretch.

Game Time

The tension will reach its peak this Friday, August 8 at 08:15 PM ET at Busch Stadium, a venue notorious for its deep dimensions and tendency towards low-scoring affairs.

Odds & Spread Line

Chicago Cubs: -154
St. Louis Cardinals: +128
Over/Under Line: 8.5
Spread Line:
Chicago Cubs: -1.5 (+108)
St. Louis Cardinals: +1.5 (-130)

Latest Team Records

Chicago Cubs: 66-48 (Win %: 0.579)
St. Louis Cardinals: 58-58 (Win %: 0.5)

Injury Report

The Chicago Cubs are coming into this game with Jameson Taillon (Calf) and Eli Morgan (Elbow) on the IL. Conversely, the St. Louis Cardinals are entering the fray fully fit with no major injury concerns.

Key Player Stats

Chicago Cubs

• Pete Crow-Armstrong: 0.264 AVG, 27 HR, 78 RBI
• Seiya Suzuki: 0.251 AVG, 27 HR, 84 RBI
• Michael Busch: 0.267 AVG, 21 HR, 61 RBI

St. Louis Cardinals

• Willson Contreras: 0.258 AVG, 16 HR, 64 RBI
• Ivan Herrera: 0.305 AVG, 10 HR, 41 RBI
• Alec Burleson: 0.279 AVG, 14 HR, 50 RBI

Team Analysis

Chicago Cubs

The Chicago Cubs are hitting the road with a decent away record (30-26), but their recent form has been inconsistent. While their heavy-hitters such as Pete Crow-Armstrong and Seiya Suzuki have been keeping the runs flowing, the team as a whole has been struggling to find rhythm especially in their last 5 games where they posted a 2-3 record.

Despite their recent wobble, the Cubs still possess a potent offensive threat. They have shown flashes of brilliance on the road and if they can harness that potential in this game, they could pose a serious challenge to the Cardinals.

• Batting Average: 0.253
• Total Runs Scored: 588
• Home Runs: 164
• OPS: 0.762
• ERA: 3.89
• WHIP: 1.22

Away Record: 30-26 • Home Record: 36-22
Last 5 Games: 2-3 (3.4 RPG)
Last 10 Games: 5-5 (4.0 RPG)

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St. Louis Cardinals

The St. Louis Cardinals have had a mixed season but have been stronger at home (32-24). Coming off a 3-2 record in their last 5 games, the Cardinals will look to leverage their home advantage and recent form to best the visiting Cubs. Players like Ivan Herrera and Alec Burleson have played key roles in keeping the Cardinals’ bats alive in recent games.

Despite their middling overall record, the Cardinals have shown they can turn it on at home. With their lineup heating up, they look poised to make a strong statement against the visiting Cubs.

• Batting Average: 0.249
• Total Runs Scored: 509
• Home Runs: 111
• OPS: 0.707
• ERA: 4.22
• WHIP: 1.29

Away Record: 26-34 • Home Record: 32-24
Last 5 Games: 3-2 (5.0 RPG)
Last 10 Games: 4-6 (3.5 RPG)

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Head-to-Head History

Chicago Cubs lead 4–1 (Last 5 games)

• July 06, 2025: STL 0 @ CHC 11
• July 05, 2025: STL 8 @ CHC 6
• July 04, 2025: STL 3 @ CHC 11
• June 26, 2025: CHC 3 @ STL 0
• June 25, 2025: CHC 8 @ STL 0

Over/Under Trends

Chicago Cubs’ last 10 games have averaged 8.0 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 8.5 combined runs, with 4 games clearing the same line of 8.5.

Moneyline Betting Prediction

Looking at the recent form, the St. Louis Cardinals have shown a sense of stability and consistency that the Cubs have lacked. The Cardinals’ strong home record and recent uptick in form, combined with the Cubs’ inconsistencies on the road, create an enticing prospect for backing the home side.

We’re backing the St. Louis Cardinals at +128 in this spot.

Over/Under Prediction

The St. Louis Cardinals have been scoring at an average of 5.0 runs per game in their last five outings, while the Chicago Cubs have posted an average of 3.4 runs per game. This recent output is key to gauging the total.

These teams are combining for 8.4 runs per game recently — below the posted total of 8.5. That leans towards an Under 8.5 finish.

Bookmakers

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

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