Brewers vs Cardinals Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today's MLB Game

Quinn Allen - Betting Analyst at Covers.com
Quinn Allen • Betting Analyst 7+ years betting experience
Updated: Jul 7, 2026 , 09:13 AM ET • 4 min read

Expect a low-scoring Game 1 at Busch Stadium.

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MIL
39 %
STL
61 %
EXPERT PICK - RUN LINE
Milwaukee -1.5 (-107) Milwaukee -1.5 (-107)
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Photo By - Reuters Connect. Jacob Misiorowski on the mound in a recent start.

The Milwaukee Brewers and St. Louis Cardinals meet this afternoon at Busch Stadium, with Jacob Misiorowski on the hill for the visitors. 

My Brewers vs. Cardinals predictions and MLB picks are targeting Milwaukee to take this contest behind the dominance of their ace.

Who will win Brewers vs Cardinals today: Brewers -1.5 (-107)

The Milwaukee Brewers hand Jacob Misiorowski the ball in the first game of this doubleheader. The right-hander had a tough outing last time out, allowing five runs, although just one was earned. Overall, he's still been dominant, though. 

Over the last month, Misiorowski owns a 2.11 FIP while holding opponents to a mere 4% barrel rate. Misiorowski relies heavily on his four-seamer, throwing it 63.4% of the time, and opponents are hitting just .172 against the pitch.

Some of St. Louis' top bats have handled four-seamers well this season, but Misiorowski's ability to overpower hitters with his primary offering gives Milwaukee a clear advantage on the mound.

The St. Louis Cardinals are likely to go with an opener here. This Cards bullpen has a solid 2.77 FIP, but I'm really liking how the Brewers are swinging it right now. They have a 42.2% hard-hit rate and a 105 wRC+ over their last seven games. Several Milwaukee hitters are red-hot right now as well. 

I'll play this pick up to -120.  

Covers COVERS INTEL: Misiorowski has been even more dominant on the road this season, posting a 1.62 FIP compared to a 2.20 mark at American Family Field. 

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Brewers vs Cardinals Over/Under pick: Under 7.5 (+102)

This is a relatively low total, but there are reasons to expect a low-scoring contest. As mentioned, this Cardinals bullpen enters with a 2.77 FIP, while Misiorowski has consistently worked deep into games and often covers six or seven innings.

Milwaukee's relief corps has also been excellent lately, posting a 2.89 xERA over the last week while allowing just 0.28 HR/9.

Neither of these teams is hitting for much power right now. The Cardinals have a .162 ISO over their last seven games, while the Brewers sit at .151 over the same span. 

I'll play this pick up to -120. 

Quinn Allen's 2026 Transparency Record
  • ML/RL bets: 33-21, +0.97 units
  • Over/Under bets: 35-28, +1.41 units

Brewers vs Cardinals weather

Conditions should be neutral in St. Louis this afternoon, with temperatures sitting in the mid-to-upper 80s throughout the game. Humidity will be moderate, while winds remain light at around 8 mph. Rain is unlikely to be a factor, with precipitation chances staying below 25%, so weather should not cause any meaningful disruption.

Brewers vs Cardinals odds

  • Moneyline: Brewers -170 | Cardinals +163
  • Run line: Brewers -1.5 (-100) | Cardinals +1.5 (-104)
  • Over/Under: Over 7.5 (-111) | Under 7.5 (+104)

Brewers vs Cardinals trend

The Brewers have cashed the Under in 16 of their last 25 games for +7.30 units and a 27% ROI. Find more MLB betting trends for Brewers vs. Cardinals.

How to watch Brewers vs Cardinals and game info

Location Busch Stadium, St. Louis, MO
Date Tuesday, July 7, 2026
First pitch 2:15 p.m. ET
TV Brewers.TV, Cardinals.TV
Brewers starting pitcher Jacob Misiorowski
(9-4, 1.47 ERA)
Cardinals starting pitcher Undecided

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After his career ended, Quinn received his broadcast journalism degree from BCIT and has since written for many sports publications including ClutchPoints, Gino Hard, and RG, where he plies his trade as a writer and editor.

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