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Cardinals' Nolan Arenado Set to Face Dodgers in Anticipated Busch Stadium Showdown

First Inning


As the Cardinals prepare to host the Dodgers at Busch Stadium, fans are eagerly anticipating how the opening innings will unfold. The odds from FanDuel suggest a competitive matchup, with the Cardinals entering as underdogs with a moneyline of +164. This indicates that while the Redbirds may not be favored, there is potential for an upset, especially if Nolan Arenado can bring his A-game. The Dodgers, on the other hand, hold a moneyline of -196, reflecting their status as favorites due to their consistent performance this season.


Aug 18, 2024; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) rounds the bases after hitting a solo home run against the St. Louis Cardinals in the fifth inning at Busch Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joe Puetz-USA TODAY Sports

The run line is set at 1.5 runs, with the Cardinals at -104 and the Dodgers at -115. This spread suggests that while the Dodgers are expected to win by more than one run, there's room for the Cards to keep it close or even take an early lead. The total runs line is set at 8.5, with odds of -105 for over and -115 for under. This indicates expectations of a moderately high-scoring game.


Middle Innings


As we move into the middle innings, these betting lines will likely play out on the field as both teams settle into their rhythm. For Cardinals fans and bettors alike, this period could be crucial in determining whether St. Louis can leverage home-field advantage against a formidable opponent like Los Angeles.


Aug 17, 2024; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) slides safely into second base as St. Louis Cardinals second baseman Nolan Gorman (16) waits on the throw at Busch Stadium in the first inning. Mandatory Credit: Tim Vizer-USA TODAY Sports

Nolan Arenado's performance will be pivotal here; his ability to connect at bat could tip the scales in favor of St. Louis during these critical innings. If he can deliver some key hits or even a home run, it might just swing momentum towards the Redbirds.


The total runs line remains steady at 8.5 throughout these innings, suggesting neither team is expected to pull too far ahead or fall behind significantly by this point in time.


Aug 17, 2024; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani (17) digs for third base against the St. Louis Cardinals in the first inning at Busch Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Vizer-USA TODAY Sports

Final Innings


In baseball's final stretch—the last few innings—both teams will look to capitalize on any mistakes made earlier in order to secure victory before time runs out completely! With such close odds between them (only slight differences separating each side), every pitch counts more than ever now!


The Cardinals need strong pitching performances coupled alongside solid defense if they hope stand chance against powerhouse lineup boasted by visiting squad from LA today; however should things go according plan then perhaps we'll see some fireworks courtesy Arenado himself who’s known delivering clutch moments when needed most!


Fans tuning into SportsNet LA won’t want miss single moment action happening right here live June 7th starting promptly 2:15 PM local time—mark calendars accordingly because you definitely don’t want miss what promises being thrilling showdown between two storied franchises battling hard atop National League standings once again!


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