Cardinals vs. Dodgers Prediction & Picks: MLB Odds for Tuesday, Sept. 1
The Cardinals vs. Dodgers prediction and odds market favors Los Angeles as the Dodgers look to open September with a win. First pitch is set for 10:10 p.m. ET at Dodger Stadium, with Los Angeles priced around -195 on the moneyline. Eric Lauer gets the start for the Dodgers against St. Louis right-hander Michael McGreevy. While McGreevy owns the better ERA, the Dodgers have a significant home-field and offensive advantage.
This game is especially important with the Dodgers chasing the NL’s top seed, while the Cardinals remain in the Wild Card race. The Dodgers are the pick to win.
⚾ Cardinals vs. Dodgers picks & odds today
See all of our experts’ MLB picks based on the latest MLB odds;
| ⚾ Pick | 💵 Units | 📝 Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Dodgers moneyline (-195 via FanDuel) | 1.95 → 1u | The Dodgers have the advantage in every area of this game, this should be priced closer to -250. |
| Freddie Freeman 2+ hits, runs, RBI's (-145 via DraftKings) | 1.45u → 1u | Freeman has a hot bat currently, entering tonight's affair off a 2-2, 3 run performance last night. |
| Shohei Ohtani (+240 via FanDuel) | 1u → 2.4u | Shohei has also been swinging a hot bat, against a pitcher that gives up plenty of long balls. |
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🏆 Who will win Cardinals vs. Dodgers?
The Dodgers have the clear edge at home, where they enter on a three-game winning streak and own a significant offensive advantage over a Cardinals team fighting to stay in the Wild Card race. With Los Angeles favored around -195, the combination of home-field advantage and a deeper lineup makes the Dodgers the stronger side in this matchup.
Score prediction: Dodgers 7, Cardinals 3
💰 Cardinals vs. Dodgers prediction & best bet
Dodgers moneyline (-195)
The Dodgers have the stronger overall roster and enter this matchup with a major home-field advantage at Dodger Stadium, where they are looking to build momentum in the final month of the regular season. Michael McGreevy has struggled recently, while Los Angeles’ deep lineup has enough firepower to capitalize on mistakes and provide Eric Lauer with early run support.
With the Dodgers holding a sizable lead in the NL West and fighting for the National League’s top seed, expect them to play with urgency. At around -195, Los Angeles is the clear pick to secure the win.
📡 SBR Edge: Michael McGreevy struggles
Michael McGreevy enters Tuesday’s matchup in a rough stretch, posting a 5.02 FIP over the last month and a 5.70 FIP across his past two starts. His recent command issues and problems keeping the ball in the park could create opportunities for a Dodgers lineup that should be able to capitalize at home.
🔥 Best Cardinals vs. Dodgers player prop bet
Freddie Freeman 2+ hits, runs, RBI's (-145)
Freddie Freeman is an appealing player-prop target in Tuesday’s Cardinals vs. Dodgers matchup, with the veteran first baseman positioned for a productive night at the plate. Freeman enters the game batting .304 with 153 hits and 63 RBI across 133 games, making his consistency a major reason to target his offensive props.
St. Louis starter Michael McGreevy has a 3.86 ERA but faces a Dodgers lineup that ranks second in MLB with a .258 batting average and fourth with 4.9 runs per game. Freeman should also benefit from hitting in the heart of a loaded Los Angeles lineup, giving him multiple opportunities to score or drive in runs. With the Dodgers favored at home, I like Freeman to record 2+ hits, runs and RBI's.
💣 Cardinals vs. Dodgers home run prediction
Shohei Ohtani to hit a home run (+240)
Shohei Ohtani is one of the best home run targets on the board Tuesday, making his +240 HR odds against the Cardinals particularly appealing. Ohtani has the power to change a game with one swing, and he gets a favorable matchup against Michael McGreevy, who enters with a 3.86 ERA but a 1.251 WHIP.
The Dodgers are also heavy favorites at home, creating plenty of opportunities for Ohtani to see quality pitches with runners on base. Los Angeles ranks among MLB’s top offensive teams, while Ohtani and Andy Pages have combined for 272 hits and 160 RBI this season.
🚀 Cardinals vs. Dodgers same-game parlay
If the Dodgers bats can stay hot, we should cash all of the legs of this SGP and cash a +495.
💵 Cardinals vs. Dodgers SGP picks
- Dodgers moneyline (-150)
- Freddie Freeman 2+ hits, runs, RBI's (-145)
- Shohei Ohtani to hit a home run (+240)
Best odds: +495 via Sportsbook (.1u -> .495u)
💵 My betting record for MLB picks
All MLB picks, including SGPs, have been tracked since March 7, 2026.
| Bet type | Record | Net profit | ROI |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 39-27-1 | +5.2 units ✅ | 79.76% ✅ |
| Game picks | 24-11-0 | +7.9 units ✅ | 56.99% ✅ |
| Player props | 12-11-1 | -6.3 units ❌ | 48.91% ❌ |
| Parlays | 3-5-0 | +3.6 units ✅ | +88.88% ✅ |
📊 Live Cardinals vs. Dodgers odds
📈 Cardinals vs. Dodgers betting trends
| Cardinals | Statistic | Dodgers |
|---|---|---|
| 68-70 | W-L record | 82-55 |
| 75-63 | Run line record | 55-82 |
| 59-71-8 | O/U record | 62-74-1 |
| 3-7 | Last 10 games | 6-4 |
| 4.23 | Team ERA | 3.62 |
| .240 | Team batting avg. | .258 |
| .696 | OPS | .757 |
🚑 Cardinals vs. Dodgers injuries
📺 How to watch Cardinals vs. Dodgers
- Date: Tuesday, September 1
- First pitch: 10:10 p.m. ET
- Ballpark: Dodger Stadium (Los Angeles)
- TV: ESPN Unlimited
- Streaming: ESPN Unlimited
- Cardinals starter: Michael McGreevy (5-9, 3.86 ERA)
- Dodgers starter: Eric Lauer (8-6, 4.78 ERA)
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