Cincinnati Reds vs. St. Louis Cardinals: Preview, Predictions and Picks for September 11, 2024

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Sep 11, 2024 6:14 AM
The Cincinnati Reds, riding a three-game win streak, head to Busch Stadium on Wednesday to take on the St. Louis Cardinals in an NL Central divisional matchup. The Reds currently lead the season series 7-4 and look to build on their momentum against the Cardinals, who are fighting to stay above .500 at 72-72. First pitch is set for 7:45 PM on September 11, 2024.
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Reds vs Cardinals starting pitchers

  • Lance Lynn for St. Louis Cardinals
  • Brandon Williamson for Cincinnati Reds

Reds vs Cardinals statistics

Stat Reds Cardinals
Hits 1119 (27th) 1207 (13th)
Batting Average .233 (26th) .247 (13th)
Runs Batted In 612 (15th) 562 (25th)
Runs 645 (15th) 592 (24th)
Home Runs 164 (14th) 147 (25th)
Walks 448 (12th) 419 (23rd)
Stolen Bases 194 (2nd) 82 (23rd)
Strikeouts 1328 (7th) 1181 (20th)
Pitches 20994 (19th) 21300 (15th)

St. Louis Cardinals recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
9/10/24 vs Cincinnati Reds L 3-0
9/8/24 vs Seattle Mariners L 10-4
9/7/24 vs Seattle Mariners W 2-0
9/6/24 vs Seattle Mariners L 6-1
9/4/24 @ Milwaukee Brewers W 3-2 F/10

Cincinnati Reds recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
9/10/24 @ St. Louis Cardinals W 3-0
9/9/24 @ Atlanta Braves W 1-0
9/8/24 @ New York Mets W 3-1
9/7/24 @ New York Mets L 4-0
9/6/24 @ New York Mets L 6-4 F/10

Reds vs Cardinals predictions

As the Cincinnati Reds gear up to extend their winning streak, all eyes are on Elly De La Cruz, whose dynamism at the plate could be a game-changer. He’s projected to deliver an impressive performance with multiple hits and a good chance of knocking one out of the park, adding to his team-leading home run tally. Another player, Spencer Steer, has been consistent with his run production, and I expect him to contribute significantly to the scoreboard. Meanwhile, on the mound, Brandon Williamson is showing promise as a starter, and his ability to limit walks while striking out batters at a decent rate might just throw off the Cardinals' hitters.

Flipping over to the St. Louis Cardinals, Masyn Winn is likely to keep his bat hot, leading his team with a solid batting average and a knack for getting on base. Young talent is bursty, and today, I'm betting on him to spark rallies. Similarly, seasoned veteran Paul Goldschmidt, always a threat with his power and precision, is anticipated to add to his home run and RBIs count, thus maintaining his crucial role in the Cardinals' lineup. Pitching for the Cardinals, Lance Lynn, with his extensive experience, should show resilience despite a higher ERA; his ability to rack up strikeouts will be pivotal in keeping the Reds' hitters at bay.

Taking all these factors into account, this matchup is lining up to be a tightly contested affair. The Cardinals have strong individual performances anticipated, but the cohesion and recent form of the Cincinnati Reds indicate they might just have the edge in this showdown. If Williamson manages to handle the pressure and the Reds' offensive lineup continues its aggressive approach, I see them narrowly taking the win and enhancing their streak in what promises to be an engaging game.

St. Louis Cardinals injuries

  • Lance Lynn (SP): 15-Day-IL
  • Willson Contreras (C): 10-Day-IL
  • Drew Rom (SP): 60-Day-IL
  • Keynan Middleton (RP): 60-Day-IL

Cincinnati Reds injuries

  • Hunter Greene (SP): 15-Day-IL
  • Jeimer Candelario (3B): 10-Day-IL
  • Andrew Abbott (SP): 15-Day-IL
  • Sam Moll (RP): 15-Day-IL
  • Nick Martini (RF): 60-Day-IL

Reds vs Cardinals game info

Venue Busch Stadium
Location St. Louis, Missouri
First pitch Wed 7:45 PM
Temperature 82°
Chance of Rain 0%

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