The St. Louis Cardinals (46-38) are set to face the Pittsburgh Pirates (34-50) today, with pitchers Erick Fedde and Andrew Heaney on the mound. The Pirates recently swept the Mets, showcasing their offensive power with Oneil Cruz hitting two home runs in a 12-1 victory. Meanwhile, the Cardinals just concluded a dominant three-game sweep against the Guardians, outscoring them 21-6. St. Louis has won 10 of their last 13 games and remains undefeated against the Pirates this season at 3-0.

As the game approaches, bettors are eyeing the odds, with the Cardinals favored at -125 on the moneyline. This matchup presents a compelling analysis of both teams' recent performances and suggests potential betting opportunities. Expect a battle of pitchers, as Fedde, struggling with a 4.11 ERA, takes on Heaney, who has a 4.48 ERA. Each team's offensive momentum will be crucial in determining the outcome.