Tonight’s Dodgers vs Cardinals weekend series opener at Busch Stadium brings together two clubs looking to find some consistent footing as we head into May. Los Angeles arrives in St. Louis trying to brush off a lukewarm finish to their recent homestand, while the Cardinals are back in front of their home crowd, hoping to spark a run of their own.
With a high-upside pitching matchup going against plenty of power, especially from Shohei Ohtani and the Dodgers, this Friday night clash has all the makings of an exciting game. Let’s take a look at the game odds and where the value lies in the home run market.
Dodgers vs Cardinals Game Info
Scheduled First Pitch: 8:15 PM ET Location: Busch Stadium, St. Louis, MO Probable Pitchers: Emmet Sheehan (2-0, 4.78 ERA) vs. Matthew Liberatore (0-1, 4.75 ERA) National Broadcast: MLB.TVDodgers vs Cardinals Odds
The oddsmakers are leaning heavily toward the Dodgers in this one, pricing them as significant road favorites. It’s not a huge surprise given LA’s offensive depth, though the Cardinals, with Matthew Liberatore on the bump, could present an opportunity as home-field underdogs. Both starting pitchers come in with ERAs hovering near 4.75, but LA’s 3rd lowest team ERA is certainly keeping this run total hovering around its current number.
*Jeff Curry-Imagn ImagesOn the run line, it’s the Dodgers at -1.5 (-105), a relatively low price for an MLB ATS favorite. If you think the Cardinals can keep it tight or keep their recent streak of close games alive, their +1.5 (-115) line is intriguing. The Dodgers have shown the ability to put up crooked numbers quickly, so Liberatore will need a bounce-back performance to keep this game interesting.
TeamRun LineTotal RunsMoneylineDodgers-1.5 (-105)Over 8 (-115)-181Cardinals+1.5 (-115)Under 8 (-105)+149Shohei Ohtani & More Dodgers vs Cardinals Home Run Odds
When you talk about the home run market for a Dodgers game, the conversation always starts with Shohei Ohtani. He’s currently the favorite to leave the yard at +310, and facing a pitcher he’s gone deep off once before. Ohtani has been seeing the ball well lately, drawing three walks in his last game and going 6-for-8 with a walk in the two games before.
Just behind Shohei begins the intrigue as Max Muncy (+450) and Jordan Walker (+640) top the board for their respective teams after the unicorn. Both sluggers enter the weekend with nine home runs apiece, and Busch Stadium could easily be the site where one of them hits double digits. Walker is quickly becoming the most feared bat in the Cardinals’ lineup and went deep yesterday.
*Jonathan Hui-Imagn ImagesTonight’s Home Run Odds
Shohei Ohtani: +310 Max Muncy: +450 Teoscar Hernandez: +504 Will Smith: +531 Andy Pages: +600 Jordan Walker: +640 Alec Burleson: +650 Nolan Gorman: +660 Ivan Herrera: +680 JJ Wetherholt: +710 Freddie Freeman: +720 Kyle Tucker: +770 Miguel Rojas: +810 Pedro Pages: +960 Nathan Church: +1040 Santiago Espinal: +1180 Masyn Winn: +1340 Victor Scott II: +1360Smart Play: Betting the Gateway City Responsibly
Think of a wager on an Ohtani moonshot or a Jordan Walker blast as part of the Busch Stadium experience, right alongside some toasted ravioli and a cold drink. Treating a prop bet as an entertainment cost rather than a paycheck keeps the night fun, no matter how many balls leave the yard.
Stick to a Budget: Only play with money you’ve set aside for hobbies. Using small bets, around 1% to 5% of your bankroll, ensures a quiet night from the LA bats won’t ruin your mood. Use Your Head: Loyalty is great, but facts win bets. With Sheehan and Liberatore both carrying ERAs near 4.75, it looks like a hitter’s paradise. Just remember that baseball is unpredictable and stats don’t guarantee a win. Don’t Chase the Long Ball: If Ohtani doesn’t clear the fence, let it go. There are 162 games in this grind, and forcing a bet on a late-night game to get even usually leads to a deeper hole. Set Your Limits: Apps like FanDuel and DraftKings have tools to set deposit and wager limits. Setting these before the first pitch keeps the action casual and ensures you’re playing within your means.New users must be 21+. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER. Responsible Gaming Resources
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