Rockies vs. Cardinals: MLB Prediction & Analysis

Our detailed prediction and analysis for the Rockies vs. Cardinals MLB game on Sunday, August 9, 2026 is featured below. Drawing from 10,000 game simulations, we provide expert picks, betting odds, and insights.
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Michael Lorenzen 3-10, 6.94 ERA
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Michael McGreevy 4-9, 3.59 ERA
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1 0 0 0 0 2 0 1 0 4 10 2
Cardinals
1 0 2 0 1 0 0 3 X 7 14 0
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  • Rockies
    0%
  • Cardinals
    100%
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TJ Rumfield lines out to left field to Everson Pereira.
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Rockies Hitting
No.PlayerPosABRHRBIHRBBSOAVGOPS
1 J. McCarthy RF5120000.4001.000
2 C. Carrigg CF3010021.3330.933
3 T. Rumfield 1B5000001.0000.000
4 H. Goodman DH4122100.5001.750
5 M. Moniak LF4010001.2500.500
6 K. Karros 3B4010000.2500.500
7 W. Castro 2B4110001.2500.750
8 B. Sullivan C3122110.6672.417
9 E. Tovar SS4000001.0000.000
Cardinals Hitting
No.PlayerPosABRHRBIHRBBSOAVGOPS
1 J. Wetherholt 2B3222020.6671.800
2 I. Herrera DH5141000.8001.600
3 A. Burleson 1B4211110.2501.400
4 J. Walker RF4021000.5001.000
5 J. Crooks C3001000.0000.000
6 M. Winn SS4121000.5001.250
7 N. Church CF4120001.5001.000
8 J. Fermín 3B3000000.0000.000
9 E. Pereira LF0000000.0000.000

Rockies vs. Cardinals: Detailed Breakdown

Matchup overview: MLB Sunday

  • Teams: Colorado Rockies vs. St. Louis Cardinals
  • Date: Sunday, August 9, 2026
  • Time: 2:15PM ET
  • Venue: Busch Stadium

Current betting odds

  • Spread: Rockies (+1.5, -130), Cardinals (-1.5, +130)
  • Moneyline: Rockies +153, Cardinals -156
  • Total (Over/Under): 9.5 runs (+113/-117)

Dimers’ win probabilities

  • Rockies: 39.1%
  • Cardinals: 60.9%

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 Rockies a win probability of 39.1%, while the Cardinals have a win probability of 60.9%.

Summary

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

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