Jun 1, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Nick Castellanos (8) celebrates an RBI double against the St. Louis Cardinals in the first inning at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: John Geliebter-USA TODAY Sports
- Lance Lynn and the St Louis Cardinals visit Taijuan Walker and the Philadelphia Phillies on Sunday Night Baseball on June 2
- The MLB-leading Phillies can complete a three-game sweep of the Cards with a win on Sunday night
- Below, see the St Louis Cardinals vs Philadelphia Phillies odds, predictions and player props to target on Sunday Night Baseball
Winners of four straight, the red-hot Philadelphia Phillies (41-18, 24-8 home) look to complete a three-game sweep of the St Louis Cardinals (27-29, 14-17 away) on Sunday Night Baseball and stay atop the MLB standings in the process. Currently half a game up on the New York Yankees for the best record in baseball, the Phillies send Taijuan Walker to the mound tonight against Lance Lynn for the Cardinals.
Though Walker has been by far the weakest starter in the Philadelphia rotation, the Phillies are still not-insignificant favorites in the odds for Sunday Night Baseball.
St Louis Cardinals vs Philadelphia Phillies Odds
| Team | Moneyline | Runline | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Louis Cardinals (Lynn) | +120 | +1.5 (-168) | O 9.5 (-115) |
| Philadelphia Phillies (Walker) | -140 | -1.5 +(140) | U 9.5 (-105) |
The Phillies are listed at -140 to complete the sweep and stretch their win streak to five, which equates to a 58.33% implied win probability. The Cardinals come back as +120 underdogs in Sunday’s MLB odds. The run total has been set at 9.5 with the over slightly favored (-115o/-105u). The Phillies are 27-28-4 over/under this year while the Cardinals have skewed more heavily to the under at 24-29-3 O/U.
Odds as of June 2 at BetMGM. Claim a BetMGM promo code to wager on Sunday Night Baseball between the Cardinals and Phillies tonight.
The Phillies have become the new second-favorites to win the National League in the MLB pennant odds (+282) surpassing division-rival Atlanta and trailing only the stacked LA Dodgers (+148).
The Cardinals have just the tenth-best odds at +3429, on average.
Lance Lynn vs Taijuan Walker
| 2-3 | Record | 3-1 |
| 3.45 | ERA | 5.51 |
| 4.13 | xERA | 6.17 |
| 1.34 | WHIP | 1.59 |
| 21.3% | K% | 17.4% |
The starting pitcher matchup on Sunday favors the Cardinals on paper. Lynn has been St Louis’ second-best starter this season after ace Sonny Gray, with a solid 3.45 ERA, though his peripherals suggest he’s been a big lucky. Lynn has an inflated 1.34 WHIP and 4.13 xERA along with a 4.25 FIP.
Lynn’s K/9 rate of 8.32 is his lowest mark since 2017.
Lynn’s two most-recent starts were two of his best of the season. He combined to go 12.0 innings while surrendering just one run on seven hits and three walks with ten strikeouts.
He has a fairly length history against the batters in the Philly lineup. In 108 total at-bats, the Phillies’ hitters are slashing just .222/.317/.315 against Lynn with three homer runs, nine RBI, 35 strikeouts, and 15 walks. Two of the home runs came off the bat of Kyle Schwarber while Bryce Harper has the third.
Walker’s history against the Phillies lineup is less encouraging. Seven Philly hitters have faced him before in 66 total at-bats; cumulatively, they have a slashline of .273/.360/.439 with one home run, eight doubles, and 13 RBI. Paul Goldschmidt has the home run along with three of the doubles.
Walker’s was hit hard in his last outing against the Giants. While he lasted a full six innings, he gave up five runs on nine hits and two walks with just four strikeouts in an 8-4 loss. That was just the latest high-scoring game in a Walker start. In the 6’4 righty’s six starts this year, Phillies games have averaged 12.0 runs per game.
Cardinals vs Phillies Prediction
This has the look and feel of a high-scoring affair. The Phillies are nearly impossible to shut down at home (going 24-8 straight-up at the hitter-friendly Bank of America Park) and Walker has been woefully ineffective most of the season.
I expect runs early and often on SNB and more success for Goldschmidt against Walker.
STL vs PHI picks:
- Over 9.5 runs (-115)
- Goldschmidt over 0.5 RBI (+150)
Sascha Paruk’s 2024 MLB betting record: 15-11 (+0.56 units)
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As the St. Louis Cardinals prepare to take on the Philadelphia Phillies in a Sunday night baseball matchup, fans and bettors alike are gearing up for what promises to be an exciting game. With both teams vying for a spot in the playoffs, this game is sure to be a competitive one.
When it comes to betting on this matchup, there are a few key factors to consider. The odds for this game are currently favoring the Cardinals, with most sportsbooks listing them as slight favorites. However, the Phillies have been playing well recently and could certainly give the Cardinals a run for their money.
In terms of predictions, it’s always difficult to say for certain how a game will play out. However, based on recent performance and overall team strength, the Cardinals may have a slight edge in this matchup. Their pitching staff has been solid all season, and their offense has been putting up runs consistently.
When it comes to player props, there are a few key players to keep an eye on in this game. For the Cardinals, look out for Paul Goldschmidt and Nolan Arenado, who have been driving in runs all season. On the Phillies side, Bryce Harper and Rhys Hoskins are both players who can change the game with one swing of the bat.
Overall, this Sunday night baseball matchup between the St. Louis Cardinals and Philadelphia Phillies is shaping up to be a thrilling game. Whether you’re a fan looking to enjoy some exciting baseball or a bettor looking to make some money, this game has something for everyone. Keep an eye on the odds, consider the predictions, and don’t forget to check out the top player props before placing your bets.
