Athletics vs St. Louis Cardinals predictions, May 12, 2026

May 12, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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**Match Preview: Athletics vs. St. Louis Cardinals – May 12, 2026**

On May 12, 2026, the Athletics will host the St. Louis Cardinals in what promises to be an intriguing clash at home. Recent form sees the Athletics coming off a slightly stronger run, having secured victories in 3 of their last 5 matches, showcasing their offensive capabilities and consistent pitching. Conversely, the Cardinals have managed to win only 2 of their last 5, indicating potential struggles to gain momentum.

From a tactical standpoint, the Athletics have been effective at leveraging their home-field advantage, demonstrating both offensive firepower and reliable defense in recent games. Their ability to capitalize on scoring opportunities will be a key factor in this matchup. Meanwhile, the Cardinals, though facing challenges, possess a skilled roster and could leverage any lapses in the Athletics’ pitching strategy to mount an effective offense.

Current bookmaker odds reflect a close contest, with home win odds set at 1.68 and away at 2.26. Our model suggests a 57.6% probability for a home win, compared to 42.4% for the Cardinals. While the Athletics are favored, baseball remains unpredictable, and fans can expect a competitive showdown.

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Athletics
57.4%		 St. Louis
42.6%

Prediction (the most likely score): 6:4

Outrights of MLB Athletics: 1.66% St.Louis Cardinals: 0.64%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
bet_at_home 1.69 2.31
betsson 1.66 2.22
MarathonBet 1.72 2.28
WilliamHill 1.65 2.25

Latest Results

10.05.26 Baltimore Orioles – Athletics Baseball – 2:1
09.05.26 Baltimore Orioles – Athletics Baseball – 2:6
08.05.26 Baltimore Orioles – Athletics Baseball – 3:4
07.05.26 Philadelphia Phillies – Athletics Baseball – 1:12
06.05.26 Philadelphia Phillies – Athletics Baseball – 6:3		 10.05.26 San Diego Padres – St. Louis Cardinals – 3:2
09.05.26 San Diego Padres – St. Louis Cardinals – 4:2
08.05.26 San Diego Padres – St. Louis Cardinals – 0:6
07.05.26 San Diego Padres – St. Louis Cardinals – 1:2
06.05.26 St. Louis Cardinals – Milwaukee Brewers – 2:6

Facts

  • Get ready for a battle between the top and the middle of the table (ranked 3 and 6).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Athletics won 2.
  • Each of the teams is struggling with stability in their game.
  • Recently, the opponents have had a series of away games.
  • Athletics will hold a modest advantage in this match.
  • In the last 19 head-to-head matches, Athletics won 11 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 8 matches, and goals 83:62. (average 4.4:3.3).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Athletics won 5 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 35:27. (average 4.4:3.4).

    Latest Head To Head

    03.09.25 St. Louis Cardinals – Athletics Baseball – 5:1
    02.09.25 St. Louis Cardinals – Athletics Baseball – 2:1
    01.09.25 St. Louis Cardinals – Athletics Baseball – 3:11
    17.04.24 Athletics Baseball – St. Louis Cardinals – 6:3
    16.04.24 Athletics Baseball – St. Louis Cardinals – 2:3

    Standings

    Main

    American League

    Pl W L PCT
    1 Tampa Bay Rays 40 27 13 179:156 0.675
    2 New York Yankees 42 26 16 217:145 0.619
    3 Athletics 40 21 19 176:182 0.525
    4 Cleveland Guardians 43 22 21 180:179 0.512
    5 Seattle Mariners 42 20 22 170:166 0.476
    6 Chicago White Sox 40 19 21 171:185 0.475
    7 Kansas City Royals 41 19 22 169:183 0.463
    8 Texas Rangers 41 19 22 149:153 0.463
    9 Detroit Tigers 41 19 22 175:171 0.463
    10 Baltimore Orioles 42 19 23 184:224 0.452
    11 Toronto Blue Jays 41 18 23 169:184 0.439
    12 Minnesota Twins 41 18 23 194:206 0.439
    13 Boston Red Sox 40 17 23 156:168 0.425
    14 Los Angeles Angels 42 16 26 179:208 0.381
    15 Houston Astros 42 16 26 197:233 0.381

    National League

    Pl W L PCT
    1 Atlanta Braves 41 28 13 228:141 0.683
    2 Chicago Cubs 41 27 14 215:168 0.659
    3 Los Angeles Dodgers 40 24 16 203:134 0.600
    4 San Diego Padres 40 24 16 170:167 0.600
    5 Milwaukee Brewers 38 22 16 195:141 0.579
    6 St.Louis Cardinals 40 23 17 186:183 0.575
    7 Cincinnati Reds 41 22 19 164:197 0.537
    8 Pittsburgh Pirates 41 22 19 206:175 0.537
    9 Arizona Diamondbacks 40 20 20 170:191 0.500
    10 Washington Nationals 41 19 22 217:230 0.463
    11 Philadelphia Phillies 41 19 22 170:202 0.463
    12 Miami Marlins 41 19 22 176:179 0.463
    13 San Francisco Giants 40 16 24 130:178 0.400
    14 Colorado Rockies 41 16 25 175:210 0.390
    15 New York Mets 40 15 25 139:170 0.375

    MLB Outrights

    1. Los Angeles Dodgers: 2.85 (28.2%)

    2. New York Yankees: 6.1 (13.17%)

    3. Atlanta Braves: 11.5 (6.99%)

    4. Chicago Cubs: 12 (6.7%)

    5. Seattle Mariners: 13.5 (5.95%)

    6. Philadelphia Phillies: 24.5 (3.28%)

    7. Toronto Blue Jays: 24.5 (3.28%)

    8. Texas Rangers: 25 (3.21%)

    9. Detroit Tigers: 26 (3.09%)

    10. Milwaukee Brewers: 28.5 (2.82%)

    11. Tampa Bay Rays: 32.5 (2.47%)

    12. San Diego Padres: 36 (2.23%)

    13. Baltimore Orioles: 42.5 (1.89%)

    14. Cleveland Guardians: 43.5 (1.85%)

    15. Boston Red Sox: 46 (1.75%)

    16. New York Mets: 48.5 (1.66%)

    17. Athletics: 48.5 (1.66%)

    18. Pittsburgh Pirates: 48.5 (1.66%)

    19. Kansas City Royals: 51 (1.58%)

    20. Houston Astros: 59 (1.36%)

    21. Cincinnati Reds: 71 (1.13%)

    22. Arizona Diamondbacks: 91 (0.88%)

    23. Minnesota Twins: 126 (0.64%)

    24. St.Louis Cardinals: 126 (0.64%)

    25. San Francisco Giants: 163.5 (0.49%)

    26. Chicago White Sox: 201 (0.4%)

    27. Miami Marlins: 213.5 (0.38%)

    28. Los Angeles Angels: 251 (0.32%)

    29. Washington Nationals: 401 (0.2%)

    30. Colorado Rockies: 651 (0.12%)

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