| MATCHUP | Los Angeles Dodgers | St. Louis Cardinals |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 20-11 | 18-13 |
| Spread | -1.5 -112 | +1.5 -108 |
| Moneyline | -186 | +153 |
| Total | Over 8.5 (-105) | Under 8.5 (-115) |
| Where | Busch Stadium, St. Louis, Missouri | |
| When | Friday, May 1, 2026 | |
| Time | 08:15 PM EDT | |
| TV | MLB.TV | |
Los Angeles Dodgers Betting Preview
The Los Angeles Dodgers enter Friday’s contest with a 20–11 overall win-loss record (1st in National League West) and an 8–5 mark on the road. The Dodgers offense has been productive to this point in the season. Los Angeles has compiled 167 runs (5th in MLB), 286 hits (3rd in MLB) and 45 home runs, while posting a .273 team batting average which ranks first in Major League Baseball.The Dodgers arrive at tomorrow’s game in below average form. Los Angeles has lost two of the team’s last three games, including a 2–1 loss to the Miami Marlins two days ago.
Los Angeles will turn to right‑hander Emmet Sheehan in this contest. In five starts made this season, Sheehan has compiled a 2–0 win‑loss record, a 4.78 ERA, a 1.25 WHIP and 28 strikeouts, while allowing 24 hits and 9 walks in 26.1 innings pitched.
Shifting our focus to the Los Angeles offense, the Dodgers continue to rely on Andy Pages and Shohei Ohtani. Designated hitter Shohei Ohtani enters this matchup with a .273 batting average, 6 home runs, 13 RBIs and an .897 OPS (25th in MLB). Outfielder Andy Pages has amassed a .321 batting average (10th in MLB), 5 home runs, 25 RBIs and an .884 OPS which ranks 28th in Major League Baseball.
St. Louis Cardinals Betting Preview
The St. Louis Cardinals enter Friday’s matchup with an 18–13 overall record (3rd in National League Central) and a 7–8 mark at home. St. Louis has played well recently, winning four straight games, including an 11–7 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates earlier this week.St. Louis will start left‑hander Matthew Liberatore, who has gotten off to an inconsistent start to the 2026 regular season. In six starts made, Liberatore has compiled an 0–1 record, a 4.75 ERA, a 1.55 WHIP and 19 strikeouts, while allowing 36 hits and 11 walks in 30.1 innings pitched this season.
Offensively, the Cardinals have amassed a formidable lineup featuring outfielder Jordan Walker and first baseman Alec Burleson. Jordan Walker has compiled a .279 batting average, 8 home runs (13th in MLB), 4 doubles, 20 RBIs and an .884 OPS which ranks 19th in Major League Baseball. Alec Burleson has amassed a .263 batting average, 4 home runs, 22 RBIs, and a .785 OPS.
Why the Los Angeles Dodgers will win.
• Starting pitching advantage. Emmet Sheehan has compiled a 2–0 record, a 4.78 ERA and 28 strikeouts in 26.1 innings pitched.• Offensive production. Andy Pages and Shohei Ohtani continue to anchor the Dodgers lineup.
• Team consistency. Los Angeles enters this contest with a 20–11 overall win-loss record which leads the National League West.
Why the St. Louis Cardinals will win.
• Offensive core. Jordan Walker and Alec Burleson provide the St. Louis Cardinals with reliable offensive production.• Current momentum. The Cardinals arrive at tomorrow’s contest on the heels of a four-game winning streak, including an 11-7 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates earlier this week.