MLB Spring Training Picks and Predictions for February 24: Hole Cards

The Cardinals have very little hype around them as they enter a rebuild process, but that doesn't mean they can't rattle off some wins this spring. St. Louis headlines today's spring training picks and predictions.

Jason Wilson - Betting Analyst at Covers.com
Jason Wilson • Betting Analyst
Feb 24, 2026 • 12:18 ET • 4 min read
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Photo By - Reuters Connect. St. Louis Cardinals right fielder Jordan Walker (18) celebrates after scoring.

Spring training marches on, and I'm eyeing three games on Tuesday, February 24.

The St. Louis Cardinals moneyline headlines my MLB picks alongside a pair of totals from today's slate.

Spring Training predictions for February 24

Picks DraftKings
White Sox/Mariners Over 11 -105
Cardinals Cardinals moneyline +102
Guardians/Dodgers Under 10.5 -102
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Pick #1: White Sox vs. Mariners - Over 11

-105 at DraftKings

George Kirby could still be an ace, but an uneven 2025 brought on by a delayed start due to injuries may linger a bit. At the very least, it may limit his exposure today.

With Anthony Kay on the bump for the Chicago White Sox in his return from overseas, I expect the Seattle Mariners' bats to come alive.

Given both scenarios, that has me eyeing the Over on a lofty total.

Pick #2: Cardinals moneyline

+102 at DraftKings

The St. Louis Cardinals and Washington Nationals may compete with the Rockies for the worst record in the National League during the regular season, but that doesn't mean squat in preseason.

The St. Louis youth movement will be on full display, and I like the Cardinals at slight plus money opposite right-hander Cade Cavalli, who has yet to live up to his prospect hype for a variety of reasons.

I'm interested to see if Jordan Walker can finally play up to his potential, and if J.J. Wetherholt is as polished as he's touted to be.

Pick #3: Guardians vs. Dodgers - Under 10.5

-102 at DraftKings

The Los Angeles Dodgers clearly have enough thump in the lineup to clear this total on their own, but I am bullish on Cleveland Guardians right-hander Gavin Williams and the bullpen behind him this season.

Beyond Jose Ramirez, Cleveland's offense is still a shambles, and until it can prove otherwise, I'll happily fade it.

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