Cincinnati Reds vs St. Louis Cardinals Betting Pick & Prediction for 7/26

MLB game preview

The Cincinnati Reds will take on the St. Louis Cardinals at Busch Stadium. The Reds have a record of 48-55 and are ranked fifth in the NL Central. They are coming off a loss and have gone 5-5 in their last ten games.

The Cardinals hold a record of 53-51 and sit in third place in the same division. They won their last game but have only managed a 3-7 record in their last ten games. This game is set for Sunday, July 26, 2026, at 2:15 PM.

Cincinnati Reds Team Preview

The Cincinnati Reds have had mixed results in their recent games. They secured a 4-2 win against the St. Louis Cardinals on July 24th with strong performances from Rhett Lowder and Eugenio Suárez. However, they faced a tough loss the following day, unable to score any runs against the Cardinals.

In terms of hitting, the Reds have some key players contributing consistently. Sal Stewart leads with 21 home runs and 75 RBIs. Elly De La Cruz is another standout, batting .276 with 17 home runs.

On the mound, Andrew Abbott will be the starting pitcher for the Reds in their next game. Abbott has a 5-6 record this season with a 3.89 ERA. He aims to improve his performance and help the team achieve a win.

Reds vs Cardinals Game Day Info

  • Sport: MLB Regular Season
  • Teams: Cincinnati Reds vs. St. Louis Cardinals
  • Venue: Busch Stadium in St. Louis, MO
  • Date: Sunday, July 26, 2026 at 2:15 PM
  • Betting Odds: Reds Moneyline +112, Cardinals Moneyline -133

St. Louis Cardinals Team Preview

The St. Louis Cardinals are gearing up for their next game against the Cincinnati Reds. Their recent win against the Reds was a strong one, with a 7-0 victory. Andre Pallante pitched impressively, allowing only two hits over seven innings.

The Cardinals have had mixed results in their recent games. They lost to the Reds by two runs on July 24th but bounced back with a win the next day. Despite their varied outcomes, hitters like Alec Burleson have been consistent, providing solid performances.

In the current season, the Cardinals have a batting average of .240, ranking 12th in the league. Their on-base percentage is .316, placing them at 14th. On the mound, Kyle Leahy is expected to start with a 7-4 record and a 3.59 ERA.

BTB Betting Pick

The Cardinals have a moneyline of -133, indicating they are the favorites. They have a better team batting average and earned run average compared to the Reds. With these advantages, the Cardinals are the pick to win the game with a projected score of Cardinals 5, Reds 4.

The total for the game is set at 8.5 runs. Both teams have shown strong home run capabilities, and their pitching stats suggest potential for runs. With a projected total score of 9 runs, the recommendation is to take the over at 8.5 (-119).