Cardinals vs. Nationals Prediction, Picks and Odds

Our detailed prediction and analysis for the Cardinals vs. Nationals MLB game on April 8, 2026 is featured below. Drawing from 10,000 game simulations, we provide expert picks, betting odds, and insights.
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Cardinals
Michael McGreevy 0-1, 2.53 ERA
6
1
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Nationals
Miles Mikolas 0-2, 14.46 ERA
Nationals Park
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 RHE
Cardinals
0 2 0 0 1 0 1 0 2 6 8 0
Nationals
0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 4 0
Live Probabilities
Win %
  • Cardinals
    100%
  • Nationals
    0%
Win Probability
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Last At Bat
Outs
Daylen Lile grounds out to first base, Alec Burleson to Riley O'Brien.
Quick Box Score
Cardinals Hitting
No.PlayerPosABRHRBIHRBBSOAVGOPS
1 J. Wetherholt 2B4100011.0000.200
2 I. Herrera C2110020.5001.300
3 A. Burleson 1B4133010.7501.550
4 J. Walker RF4111112.2501.400
5 Y. Pozo DH2012000.5001.000
6 M. Winn SS5000002.0000.000
7 R. Urías 3B4000001.0000.000
8 V. Scott CF0000000.0000.000
9 N. Church LF4110002.2500.500
Nationals Hitting
No.PlayerPosABRHRBIHRBBSOAVGOPS
1 J. Wood RF4020000.5001.000
2 L. García 1B4011000.2500.500
3 J. Vivas PH1000000.0000.000
4 D. Lile LF3000010.0000.250
5 C. Abrams SS3000000.0000.000
6 N. Nuñez 2B3000001.0000.000
7 J. Tena DH3000001.0000.000
8 D. Millas C3000000.0000.000
9 J. Young CF3110000.3330.666

Cardinals vs. Nationals: Detailed Breakdown

Matchup Overview

  • Teams: Cardinals vs. Nationals
  • Date: Wednesday, April 8, 2026
  • Time: 4:05 PM ET
  • Venue: Nationals Park

Current Betting Odds

  • Spread: Cardinals favored at -1.5
  • Total (Over/Under): 8.5
  • Moneyline Odds: Cardinals 53¢, Nationals 48¢

Dimers' Win Probabilities

  • Cardinals: 51%
  • Nationals: 49%

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 51%, while the Nationals have a win probability of 49%. 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 Nationals in the MLB game at Nationals Park on Wednesday. Discover the best spread, over/under and moneyline odds, picks and probabilities for the game on this page.

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