Cardinals vs. Reds: MLB Prediction & Analysis

Our detailed prediction and analysis for the Cardinals vs. Reds MLB game on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 is featured below. Drawing from 10,000 game simulations, we provide expert picks, betting odds, and insights.
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Kyle Leahy 9-4, 3.38 ERA
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Reds
Andrew Abbott 6-7, 4.13 ERA
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0 0 0 0 1 0 1 1 0 3 7 0
Reds
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 1
Live Probabilities
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  • Cardinals
    100%
  • Reds
    0%
Win Probability
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Eugenio Suárez strikes out swinging.
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Cardinals Hitting
No.PlayerPosABRHRBIHRBBSOAVGOPS
1 J. Wetherholt 2B5000002.0000.000
2 I. Herrera DH4000002.0000.000
3 J. Walker RF4110000.2500.500
4 A. Burleson 1B4010002.2500.750
5 N. Church CF0000000.0000.000
6 B. Jordan 3B4000000.0000.000
7 M. Winn SS4231100.7502.750
8 E. Pereira LF0000000.0000.000
9 P. Pagés C3010011.3330.833
Reds Hitting
No.PlayerPosABRHRBIHRBBSOAVGOPS
1 E. De La Cruz SS4000002.0000.000
2 S. Stewart 1B4010000.2500.500
3 J. Bleday LF4000002.0000.000
4 E. Suárez DH3000012.0000.250
5 T. Stephenson C3000003.0000.000
6 D. Myers CF3010000.3330.666
7 M. McLain 2B3000000.0000.000
8 H. Rodríguez RF3000000.0000.000
9 K. Hayes 3B3010000.3330.666

Cardinals vs. Reds: Detailed Breakdown

Matchup overview: MLB Tuesday

  • Teams: St. Louis Cardinals vs. Cincinnati Reds
  • Date: Tuesday, August 18, 2026
  • Time: 6:40PM ET
  • Venue: Great American Ball Park

Current betting odds

  • Spread: Cardinals (-1.5, +145), Reds (+1.5, -150)
  • Moneyline: Cardinals -115, Reds +108
  • Total (Over/Under): 8.5 runs (-117/+117)

Dimers’ win probabilities

  • Cardinals: 51.1%
  • Reds: 48.9%

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 Cardinals a win probability of 51.1%, while the Reds have a win probability of 48.9%.

Summary

According to our analysis, the Cardinals are more likely to beat the Reds in the MLB game at Great American Ball Park on Tuesday. Discover the best run line, over/under and moneyline odds, picks and probabilities for the game on this page.

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