Prediction: Arizona Diamondbacks VS St. Louis Cardinals 2025-05-25

The rubber match is set, folks. The St. Louis Cardinals, led by the ageless Sonny Gray (5-1, 4.02 ERA), are looking to sweep the Arizona Diamondbacks and send them packing. But don't count out the D-Backs just yet, as they've got a potent lineup that's launched 72 homers this season, fifth-best in the majors. Corbin Carroll is the man to watch, with a team-leading 15 home runs.

Now, let's get to the numbers. The Cardinals have been decent as favorites, winning 52.9% of their games when they're expected to come out on top. Their team ERA of 3.72 is nothing to sneeze at, ranking 12th in the league. The Diamondbacks, on the other hand, have a more middling pitching staff, with a combined ERA of 4.65, good for 24th in the majors.

Given the starting pitchers, I'm expecting a low-scoring affair. Both Gray and Brandon Pfaadt (7-3, 3.81 ERA) have the ability to go deep into games, which could limit the scoring opportunities for both teams.

So, what's the best bet? I've got to go with the under. With two solid starters on the mound and a Cardinals team that doesn't exactly light up the scoreboard (Lars Nootbaar leads the team with just seven home runs), I think we're looking at a tight, low-scoring game. The Cardinals' ninth-lowest WHIP in the majors (1.214) also suggests they'll be able to limit the Diamondbacks' offense.

Best bet: Under (no specific total provided, but I'd take the under on a reasonable number, say 8 or 8.5).

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