Cardinals vs. Astros Prediction, Picks and Odds

Our detailed prediction and analysis for the Cardinals vs. Astros MLB game on April 17, 2026 is featured below. Drawing from 10,000 game simulations, we provide expert picks, betting odds, and insights.
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Cardinals
Kyle Leahy 1-2, 5.14 ERA
9
4
Daikin Park
Astros
Peter Lambert 0-0, 0.00 ERA
Daikin Park
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 RHE
Cardinals
1 0 2 1 0 0 3 2 0 9 10 2
Astros
0 0 2 0 1 0 0 1 0 4 8 1
Live Probabilities
Win %
  • Cardinals
    100%
  • Astros
    0%
Win Probability
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Last At Bat
Outs
Carlos Correa flies out to right field to Jordan Walker.
Quick Box Score
Cardinals Hitting
No.PlayerPosABRHRBIHRBBSOAVGOPS
1 J. Wetherholt 2B3310010.3330.933
2 I. Herrera DH4223100.5001.850
3 A. Burleson 1B4120011.5001.350
4 J. Walker RF4111012.2500.650
5 N. Gorman 3B5113103.2001.000
6 M. Winn SS5012000.2000.400
7 N. Church LF3010011.3330.833
8 P. Pagés C4110000.2500.750
9 V. Scott CF4000002.0000.000
Astros Hitting
No.PlayerPosABRHRBIHRBBSOAVGOPS
1 J. Altuve 2B5111101.2001.000
2 Y. Alvarez DH5121100.4001.400
3 C. Correa SS5110001.2000.600
4 C. Walker 1B4000002.0000.000
5 B. Matthews LF1000001.0000.000
6 C. Smith RF2000010.0000.333
7 T. Trammell CF4021001.5001.000
8 C. Vázquez C3121111.6672.417
9 S. Whitcomb 3B1000001.0000.000

Cardinals vs. Astros: Detailed Breakdown

Matchup Overview

  • Teams: Cardinals vs. Astros
  • Date: Friday, April 17, 2026
  • Time: 8:10 PM ET
  • Venue: Daikin Park

Current Betting Odds

  • Spread: Astros favored at -1.5
  • Total (Over/Under): 8.5
  • Moneyline Odds: Cardinals 46¢, Astros 54¢

Dimers' Win Probabilities

  • Cardinals: 49%
  • Astros: 51%

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 49%, while the Astros have a win probability of 51%. Discover the best spread, over/under, and moneyline odds for the game on this page.

Summary

According to our analysis, the Astros are more likely to beat the Cardinals 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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