Cardinals vs. Astros Prediction, Picks and Odds

Our detailed prediction and analysis for the Cardinals vs. Astros MLB game on April 18, 2026 is featured below. Drawing from 10,000 game simulations, we provide expert picks, betting odds, and insights.
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Cardinals
Andre Pallante 1-1, 4.80 ERA
7
5
Daikin Park
Astros
Lance McCullers 1-0, 5.87 ERA
Daikin Park
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 RHE
Cardinals
2 0 2 0 0 1 1 1 0 7 9 0
Astros
1 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 3 5 4 2
Live Probabilities
Win %
  • Cardinals
    100%
  • Astros
    0%
Win Probability
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Last At Bat
Outs
Yordan Alvarez strikes out swinging.
Quick Box Score
Cardinals Hitting
No.PlayerPosABRHRBIHRBBSOAVGOPS
1 J. Wetherholt 2B3110011.3330.933
2 I. Herrera C4100002.0000.200
3 A. Burleson 1B5121100.4001.600
4 J. Walker RF4010012.2500.650
5 N. Gorman DH5122000.4000.800
6 M. Winn SS5112103.2001.000
7 R. Urías 3B3100010.0000.250
8 N. Church LF4010002.2500.500
9 V. Scott CF0000000.0000.000
Astros Hitting
No.PlayerPosABRHRBIHRBBSOAVGOPS
1 J. Altuve 2B4100012.0000.200
2 Y. Alvarez LF4121111.5002.100
3 C. Correa SS2000021.0000.500
4 C. Walker 1B4000001.0000.000
5 I. Paredes DH4000001.0000.000
6 T. Trammell CF4010001.2500.500
7 C. Smith RF2100020.0000.500
8 C. Vázquez C2100020.0000.500
9 S. Whitcomb 3B4113102.2501.250

Cardinals vs. Astros: Detailed Breakdown

Matchup Overview

  • Teams: Cardinals vs. Astros
  • Date: Saturday, April 18, 2026
  • Time: 7:10 PM ET
  • Venue: Daikin Park

Current Betting Odds

  • Spread: Astros favored at -1.5
  • Total (Over/Under): 8.5
  • Moneyline Odds: Cardinals +125, Astros 56¢

Dimers' Win Probabilities

  • Cardinals: 55%
  • Astros: 45%

Dimers' predictive 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 Cardinals a win probability of 55%, while the Astros have a win probability of 45%. Discover the best spread, over/under, and moneyline odds for the game on this page.

Summary

According to our analysis, the Cardinals are more likely to beat the Astros in the MLB game at Daikin Park on Saturday. Discover the best spread, over/under and moneyline odds, picks and probabilities for the game on this page.

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