St. Louis Cardinals @ Washington Nationals Player Props, Picks and Predictions - 5/9/2025 6:45 PM EDT

We have your St. Louis Cardinals @ Washington Nationals prop betting and game preview needs covered as the Washington Nationals hit the road to face the St. Louis Cardinals.

St. Louis Cardinals @ Washington Nationals Pick

Best Moneyline Odds: Cardinals -102 | Nationals -108
Best Spread Odds: Cardinals -1.5 (+158) | Nationals +1.5 (-192)
Best Total Odds: Over/Under 8.5 (-110)

Game Info

Date: May 9, 2025
Time: 6:45 PM EDT
Location: Busch Stadium, St. Louis, MO
TV: -

St. Louis Cardinals @ Washington Nationals Preview

The St. Louis Cardinals (19-19) host the Washington Nationals (17-21) in what promises to be a competitive matchup. Both teams are looking to gain momentum as they hover around the .500 mark. The Cardinals have been solid at home, while the Nationals have struggled on the road. With a game total set at 8.5 runs, this matchup could see plenty of offensive action. The Cardinals are slight underdogs on the moneyline, but their home-field advantage could play a significant role in this contest.

Historic Head-to-Head Stats and Analysis

In their last 10 meetings, the Cardinals have won 6 games, while the Nationals have taken 4. The Cardinals have outscored the Nationals by a narrow margin during this stretch, showcasing the competitive nature of this matchup. At Busch Stadium, the Cardinals have historically performed better, winning 4 of their last 5 home games against the Nationals.

Pick: Total Over 8.5 (-110)

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This game has the potential to be high-scoring, with both teams showing offensive capabilities in recent games. The Nationals have an implied team total of 4.30 runs, while the Cardinals are expected to match or exceed that. With the total set at 8.5 runs, betting the over seems like a strong play given the offensive trends and the competitive nature of this matchup.

Top Player Prop Picks

1. Player to Hit a Home Run: Nolan Arenado (+350)

Arenado has been a consistent power hitter for the Cardinals, and with the Nationals' pitching staff allowing a fair number of home runs this season, he is a strong candidate to go deep in this game.

2. Total Strikeouts: Nationals Starting Pitcher Over 5.5 (+120)

The Nationals' starting pitcher has shown the ability to rack up strikeouts, and with the Cardinals' lineup prone to strikeouts in certain matchups, this prop offers good value.

3. Total Hits + Runs + RBIs: Paul Goldschmidt Over 2.5 (+110)

Goldschmidt has been a key offensive contributor for the Cardinals, and his ability to get on base and drive in runs makes this prop an attractive option.

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