Pick details
| MATCHUP | Milwaukee Brewers | St. Louis Cardinals |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 18-15 | 20-14 |
| Spread | -1.5 144 | +1.5 -175 |
| Moneyline | -115 | -105 |
| Total | Over 8 (-115) | Under 8 (-105) |
| Where | Busch Stadium, St. Louis, Missouri | |
| When | Monday, May 4, 2026 | |
| Time | 07:45 PM EDT | |
| TV | MLB.TV | |
Milwaukee Brewers Betting Preview
The Milwaukee Brewers enter Monday’s contest with an 18–15 overall record (4th in the National League Central) and an 8–7 mark on the road. The Brewers offense has performed below expectations to this point in the season. Through 33 games played in 2026, the Milwaukee Brewers have compiled 172 runs, 53 doubles, a .239 batting average (19th in MLB) and a rather low 22 home runs which ranks 29th in Major League Baseball.The Brewers arrive at tomorrow’s game in decent form. More specifically, Milwaukee has won five of the team’s last seven games played this season, including a dominant 13–1 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks earlier this week.
Milwaukee will turn to right‑hander Chad Patrick in this contest. In six starts made this season, Patrick has compiled a 2–1 win‑loss record, a 2.57 ERA, a 1.25 WHIP and 16 strikeouts, while allowing 22 hits and 13 walks in 28 innings pitched. Patrick will look to shut down a formidable St. Louis Cardinals lineup tomorrow night.
Turning our attention to the Milwaukee offense, the Brewers lineup features catcher William Contreras and second baseman Brice Turang. William Contreras enters this matchup with a team leading .298 batting average, 14 walks, 3 home runs, a .797 OPS and 23 RBIs which ranks 22nd in Major League Baseball. Brice Turang has amassed a .291 batting average, 4 home runs, 27 walks, 8 doubles, 20 RBIs and an .918 OPS (17th in MLB).
St. Louis Cardinals Betting Preview
The St. Louis Cardinals enter tomorrow’s contest with a 20–14 overall record (2nd in the National League Central) and a 9–9 mark at home. St. Louis has played well recently, winning six of the team’s last seven games played this season, including a 7–2 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers two days ago.St. Louis will start right‑hander Kyle Leahy, who has been a steady contributor in the Cardinals rotation. In six starts made this season, Leahy has compiled a 3–3 record, a 5.52 ERA, a 1.67 WHIP and 22 strikeouts, while allowing 38 hits and 11 walks in 29.1 innings pitched this season.
The St. Louis Cardinals have compiled a productive lineup this season featuring outfielder Jordan Walker and first baseman Alec Burleson. Jordan Walker has compiled a .307 batting average, 10 home runs (7th in MLB), 6 doubles, 27 RBIs and an .964 OPS which ranks 10th in Major League Baseball. Alec Burleson has amassed a .279 batting average, 5 home runs, 28 RBIs, and an .826 OPS.
Why the Milwaukee Brewers will win.
• Offensive upside. Christian Yelich and William Contreras continue to anchor the Brewers lineup.• Quality starting pitching. In six starts made this season, Chad Patrick has compiled a 2–1 win‑loss record, a 2.57 ERA, a 1.25 WHIP and 16 strikeouts in 28 innings pitched this season.
Why the St. Louis Cardinals will win.
• Current form. The St. Louis Cardinals have won six of the team’s last seven games played.• Home field edge. The Cardinals have amassed a 9–9 record at home.
• Offensive production. Jordan Walker and Alec Burleson provide a strong core to the Cardinals lineup.
Milwaukee Brewers vs. St. Louis Cardinals Prediction
In my opinion, this matchup favors the Milwaukee Brewers to stay within the number (1.5). Why? Milwaukee starting pitcher Chad Patrick has amassed a 2-1 win-loss record and a 1.25 WHIP in 28 innings pitched. Conversely, St. Louis starting pitcher Kyle Leahy has struggled at times this season. With Leahy’s inconsistency and the Brewers superior recent form, I am backing the Milwaukee Brewers plus the 1.5 runs in this contest.Hans Geevers's Pick: Milwaukee Brewers +1.5
