Cardinals vs. Reds: MLB Prediction & Analysis

Our detailed prediction and analysis for the Cardinals vs. Reds MLB game on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is featured below. Drawing from 10,000 game simulations, we provide expert picks, betting odds, and insights.
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Cardinals
Matthew Liberatore 5-10, 5.07 ERA
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Great American Ball Park
Reds
Chase Burns 14-2, 2.47 ERA
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Cardinals
0 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 2 4 9 1
Reds
0 0 0 0 0 3 0 2 X 5 7 0
Live Probabilities
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  • Cardinals
    0%
  • Reds
    100%
Win Probability
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Last At Bat
Outs
Masyn Winn grounds out to shallow infield, Emilio Pagán to Sal Stewart.
Quick Box Score
Cardinals Hitting
No.PlayerPosABRHRBIHRBBSOAVGOPS
1 J. Wetherholt 2B4120000.5001.350
2 I. Herrera DH4000011.0000.200
3 A. Burleson 1B4110011.2500.650
4 J. Walker RF4112113.2501.400
5 J. Fermín CF2010000.5001.500
6 M. Winn SS4000012.0000.200
7 J. Báez LF10100101.0002.000
8 B. Jordan 3B3010012.3330.833
9 J. Crooks C4000002.0000.000
Reds Hitting
No.PlayerPosABRHRBIHRBBSOAVGOPS
1 E. De La Cruz SS4110001.2500.500
2 S. Stewart 1B3113101.3331.833
3 D. Myers CF4011001.2500.500
4 K. Hayes 3B0000000.0000.000
5 T. Stephenson DH4000002.0000.000
6 T. Friedl LF1000000.0000.000
7 J. Bleday RF3000002.0000.000
8 J. Trevino C3110000.3330.666
9 M. McLain 2B32300001.0002.333

Cardinals vs. Reds: Detailed Breakdown

Matchup overview: MLB Wednesday

  • Teams: St. Louis Cardinals vs. Cincinnati Reds
  • Date: Wednesday, August 19, 2026
  • Time: 6:40PM ET
  • Venue: Great American Ball Park

Current betting odds

  • Spread: Cardinals (+1.5, -163), Reds (-1.5, +160)
  • Moneyline: Cardinals +128, Reds -127
  • Total (Over/Under): 8.5 runs (+108/-108)

Dimers’ win probabilities

  • Cardinals: 41.9%
  • Reds: 58.1%

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 41.9%, while the Reds have a win probability of 58.1%.

Summary

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

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