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Today's free MLB betting picks, odds, predictions for the Cardinals vs. Dodgers on May 18, 2023. Our best bets and top picks for moneylines, run totals and more.
Welcome RotoBallers to our betting picks for the Los Angeles Dodgers vs. St. Louis Cardinals, another article in our daily series of free MLB betting picks for every game on the schedule. This free MLB betting breakdown article is for Thursday, May 18th 2023.
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Today's Betting Overview - Dodgers vs. Cardinals
The Dodgers take on the Cardinals on Thursday, May 18th 2023 at Busch Stadium, St. Louis. RotoBaller provides free handicapping pick and odds for all MLB games throughout the 2023 season.
- Matchup: Los Angeles Dodgers (28-16) vs. St. Louis Cardinals (18-26)
- Date: Thursday, May 18th 2023
- Time: 7:45 ET
- Venue: Busch Stadium, St. Louis
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Los Angeles Dodgers - Today's MLB Betting Analysis
At 28-16, the Los Angeles Dodgers will host Los Angeles, currently ranked 1st in the NL West. Through 20 road contests, the Dodgers come in with a mark of 11-9.
With an above .500 record against the runline at 24-20, Los Angeles has been favored 90.9% of the time this season. With an average betting line of 8 runs, the team's over/under record stands at 23-20.
Starting for the Dodgers will be Julio Urías, with an overall record of 5-3. Through nine outings, Julio Urías has an ERA sitting at 3.61. Opponents have had a tough time against the left-hander, as they are batting just .242 against him. Opposing hitters have gone deep 10 times against Julio Urías, who has a WOBA allowed of .312. Urías' WHIP of 1.07 comes along with a total of nine walks allowed.
On offense, Los Angeles will look to continue their strong play, as they rank 4th in runs scored, averaging 5.4 runs per game. The Dodgers have enjoyed success at the plate, as their team batting average of .231 ranks 24th. On average the team is hitting 72 home runs per game (3rd), making up for their struggles in the batting average department. Los Angeles' overall OBP of .325 is good for 11th in the league.
St. Louis Cardinals - Today's MLB Betting Analysis
Heading into today's game against Los Angeles, the Cardinals have a record of just 18-26. This places the team 5th in the NL Central. St. Louis has yet to take advantage of playing at home, going just 8-14.
Being the favorite in 25 of their 44 games has not helped St. Louis improve their record against the runline, which stands at just 21-23. The team has an over/under record of 23-21, with an average betting line of 9.
So far, has pitched in two games and still stands with a record of 0-0. Compared to other starting pitchers, Adam Wainwright has one of the higher ERA's in the league at 7.20. His batting average allowed of .366 is high compared to other pitchers. So far, Wainwright has given up two home runs and comes in with a WOBA allowed of .416. Wainwright has a WHIP of 1.70, with two walks allowed.
Entering today's action, St. Louis features the 9th-ranked scoring unit, averaging 4.8 runs per game. The Cardinals are enjoying offensive success as their team batting average ranks 6th at .263. So far, St. Louis' lineup has also been able to hit for power, with a total of 58 home runs, which ranks 7th. St. Louis' strong OBP of .334 is 6th best in the league.
Today's MLB Betting Pick - Dodgers vs. Cardinals
Heading into today's matchup between Los Angeles and St. Louis, the Dodgers are the betting favorite at -152 on the moneyline. Los Angeles' implied win probability sits at 60.32%. The MLB predictive model shows Los Angeles picking up the win. For aggressive bettors, there is enough of an edge to take the Dodgers on the runline.
Recommended Betting Pick: Dodgers -1.5
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