On the evening of May 14, 2024, the St. Louis Cardinals are set to clash with the Los Angeles Angels at Angel Stadium of Anaheim. The game commences at 09:38 pm under what is expected to be a clear sky.
Sonny Gray will take the mound for the Cardinals, holding an impressive ERA of 2.292. Facing him from the Angels’ side will be Reid Detmers, who carries an ERA of 4.963. In terms of standings within their respective divisions, the Cardinals currently find themselves in 12th place in the NL Central with a record of 17-24, showcasing a recent slight uptick in form with a two-game win streak. Meanwhile, the Angels are positioned 14th in the AL West standing at 15-27, currently struggling with a two-game losing streak.
Both teams have exhibited strengths and weaknesses throughout the season: The Cardinals have scored 146 runs but given up 192, while the Angels have scored slightly more at 175 but have allowed 217. When it comes to gameplay circumstances, the betting odds provide some intriguing insights. The point spread is set at 1.5 in favor of the Cardinals. The over/under for the game is pegged at 7.5 runs, indicating expectations of a moderately low-scoring affair. For money line bets, the Cardinals are favored with a line of -144, suggesting stronger confidence in their victory, whereas the Angels stand at +120, reflecting lesser odds of winning.