Matchup Analysis: Pittsburgh Pirates vs St. Louis Cardinals on September 17, 2024

The Pittsburgh Pirates are set to clash with the St. Louis Cardinals at Busch Stadium on September 17, 2024. The game is scheduled for a 7:45 pm start under clear skies. The pitching matchup for the evening features Bailey Falter for the Pirates, who holds a 4.197 ERA, while Lance Lynn, with a 3.961 ERA, will take the mound for the Cardinals.

As of the current standings in the 2024 NL Central Division, the Pirates hold the 12th position with a record of 71-79, yielding a .470 winning percentage. The Pirates, fifth in their division matchups with a record of 22-21, display a recent performance of 5 wins in their last 10 games and come into this game on a single game losing streak. Their home and away records stand at 38-40 and 33-39, respectively, with a slightly stronger performance in night games.

On the other hand, the Cardinals are positioned 9th in the NL Central with an even 75-75 record, reflecting a .500 winning percentage. They are currently third in division play with a 24-25 record. The Cardinals, who have won four out of their last 10 matchups, possess a better home record (40-35) compared to their road efforts (35-40).

Turning to the betting odds, the Cardinals are favored with a point spread of -1.5 and a money line of -138, indicating a slight advantage on their home field. The Pirates, however, are not distant competitors as indicated by their +118 money line. The total over/under for the game sits at 8.0, suggesting expectations of moderate scoring from both teams. These odds entice a closer look into each team’s capability to cover spreads and the total likelihood of a high or low-scoring affair.