Parlay: St. Louis Cardinals VS Cleveland Guardians 2025-06-29
Same-Game Parlay Pick: St. Louis Cardinals Win + Under 8.5 Runs
Bookmaker: BetRivers
Combined Odds: +244 (3.44 implied decimal)
Why This Parlay Works:
1. Cardinals Win (Moneyline at +183):
- The Cardinals have won 5 of their last 6 games, scoring at least 5 runs in every victory.
- Lefty Matthew Liberatore (2-0, 2.85 ERA in his last two starts) faces a Guardians offense ranked 25th in MLB in runs per game (3.74).
- St. Louis has won 4 straight vs. Cleveland, including a 5-0 shutout in their most recent meeting.
- Under 8.5 Runs (Total at +188):
- The Guardians are last in MLB in scoring, while the Cardinals’ team ERA (3.93) is among the top 10 in the league.
- Lefty Logan Allen (4.30 ERA in June) starts for Cleveland, and the Guardians have scored 3 runs or fewer in 11 of their last 14 games.
- Both teams have pitched shutouts recently, and the combined total of 8.5 is higher than the average total (7.8) for this series.
Key Stats to Watch:
- Cardinals’ Offense: 5.2 runs per game in wins vs. 3.1 in losses.
- Guardians’ Offense: 3.74 runs per game (25th in MLB).
- Liberatore vs. Lefties: Opponents are hitting .210 against him this season.
Final Note:
This parlay hinges on St. Louis’ dominant pitching and Cleveland’s anemic offense. The Cardinals’ recent shutout win and Liberatore’s strong June form make this a low-risk, high-reward play. Take it at BetRivers for the best combined odds.
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Created: June 29, 2025, 1:24 p.m. GMT