Nationals vs. Cardinals: MLB Prediction & Analysis

Our detailed prediction and analysis for the Nationals vs. Cardinals MLB game on Saturday, September 19, 2026 is featured below. Drawing from 10,000 game simulations, we provide expert picks, betting odds, and insights.
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Nationals
Andrew Alvarez 2-6, 3.35 ERA
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5
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Cardinals
Michael McGreevy 7-9, 3.83 ERA
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3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 RHE
Nationals
0 0 0 1 0 0 0 1 4 8 12 4
Cardinals
0 0 0 0 2 0 1 1 1 5 14 2
Live Probabilities
Win %
  • Nationals
    100%
  • Cardinals
    0%
Win Probability
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Outs
Leo Bernal flies out to right center field to Dylan Crews.
Quick Box Score
Nationals Hitting
No.PlayerPosABRHRBIHRBBSOAVGOPS
1 J. Young CF0101000.0000.000
2 D. Lile LF6112103.1670.834
3 J. Tena DH2112000.5001.500
4 C. Abrams 2B5000000.0000.167
5 D. Crews RF5011001.2000.367
6 J. Vivas 3B6141001.6671.334
7 Y. Morales 1B1100001.0000.000
8 H. Ford C0100000.0000.000
9 N. Nuñez SS4111011.2500.650
Cardinals Hitting
No.PlayerPosABRHRBIHRBBSOAVGOPS
1 J. Fermín LF5031010.6001.267
2 I. Herrera DH5030001.6001.467
3 J. Walker RF6000004.0000.000
4 L. Bernal C6110002.1670.334
5 T. Saggese 3B4000012.0000.200
6 M. Winn SS5111001.2000.400
7 N. Church CF5220000.4001.000
8 J. Wetherholt 2B10110001.0002.000
9 A. Burleson 1B2010001.5001.000

Nationals vs. Cardinals: Detailed Breakdown

Matchup overview: MLB Saturday

  • Teams: Washington Nationals vs. St. Louis Cardinals
  • Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026
  • Time: 7:15PM ET
  • Venue: Busch Stadium

Current betting odds

  • Spread: Nationals (-1.5, +163), Cardinals (+1.5, -167)
  • Moneyline: Nationals -103, Cardinals +100
  • Total (Over/Under): 8.5 runs (-108/+108)

Dimers’ win probabilities

  • Nationals: 46.8%
  • Cardinals: 53.2%

Dimers' predictive MLB model, renowned for its accuracy, assesses each team's chances by simulating the outcome of the game 10,000 times. This method provides a precise and unbiased view.

Our Prediction: Who Wins?

After extensive simulations, our model gives the Nationals a win probability of 46.8%, while the Cardinals have a win probability of 53.2%.

Summary

According to our analysis, the Cardinals are more likely to beat the Nationals in the MLB game at Busch Stadium on Saturday. Discover the best run line, over/under and moneyline odds, picks and probabilities for the game on this page.

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