Struggling Marlins Face Cardinals at Busch Stadium: Betting Preview (April 4th)
The Miami Marlins will try to rebound from a lopsided defeat when they take on the Los Angeles Angels in the second game of their series on today’s date. The Marlins were drubbed 10-2 in the series opener, with starter A.J. Puk struggling to find his footing. Puk surrendered two earned runs in just four innings of work. While the Angels offense chipped away at the Marlins all game long. Can Miami even the series or will the Angels take a commanding 2-0 lead?
- Marlins fall 10-2 in series opener: Los Angeles jumped out to an early 2-0 lead in the first inning and cruised to a victory.
- Puk struggles on the mound: Miami starter A.J. Puk allowed two earned runs in four innings, taking the loss for the Marlins.
- Angels chip away: Los Angeles scored in five different innings, including a three-run rally in the seventh to put the game away.
Game Information
| Miami Marlins vs St. Louis Cardinals |
| Location of the Game: Busch Stadium, St. Louis |
| Date and Time: Thursday, April 4th 4:15 ET |
| Reason: 2024 MLB Regular Season |
| How to watch: BSFL |
AI Predictions and Sport Betting AI Picks
These are the MLB Computer Picks for tonight’s MLB Schedule game:
| TEAM | RECORD | AI PICKS | Sport Betting AI PICKS | |||
| Marlins | 0-7 | 5 | 11 | SPREAD MIA +1.5 (-171) |
MONEYLINE STL-151 |
TOTAL OVER 8.5 |
| Cardinals | 3-4 | 6 | ||||
- AI Picks: St. Louis Cardinals 6 – Miami Marlins 5
- Sport Betting AI Picks: Run Line Marlins +1.5 -171 | ML Cardinals -151 | OVER 8.5 RUNS
Marlins vs Cardinals Prediction Odds
Next, we have the MLB odds for this MLB Matchup.
Miami Marlins Game Analysis
The Miami Marlins head on the road to take on the St. Louis Cardinals today (April 4th) with young starter Ryan Weathers on the mound. Furthermore, Weathers will be looking to shake off a rough first outing of the season where he allowed three earned runs in four innings despite striking out five batters. Notably, he surrendered a pair of home runs in that game.
Marlins Hitter Predictions:
- Hitting Machine: Our projections favor Luis Arraez to lead the Marlins in hits tonight. He boasts the highest total hits projection on both the team and across the league today.
- Home Run Hopeful: Jazz Chisholm Jr. is our pick for the most likely Marlin to go yard, with the best odds on the team and the 3rd best in the league.
- Longshot Power: For a potential home run surprise, keep an eye on Jake Burger, who undoubtedly has the 5th best odds for a homer across Major League Baseball today.
St. Louis Cardinals Game Analysis
The St. Louis Cardinals return home to Busch Stadium looking to rebound after a narrow 3-2 defeat to the San Diego Padres on the road yesterday according to MLB scores (April 3rd).
- Close call on the road: The Cardinals fell short in a tightly contested game. Finally, entering as slight underdogs according to MLB team stats(+134 moneyline).
- Early deficit, late fight: St. Louis allowed runs in both the first and second innings. Then, battled back to tie the game in the fourth.
- Thompson shoulders the loss: Starting pitcher Zack Thompson pitched five innings for the Cardinals according to MLB player stats, surrendering three earned runs. The Padres plated the winning run in the bottom of the eighth.
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