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Houston Astros vs St. Louis Cardinals predictions, Apr 18, 2026

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As the Houston Astros prepare to host the St. Louis Cardinals on April 18, 2026, both teams enter the matchup following similar recent forms, each winning 2 of their last 5 games. The Astros, playing at home, will seek to leverage their home-field advantage, where they have historically played well.

From a tactical standpoint, the Astros are known for their strong offensive capabilities, highlighted by their ability to score runs consistently. With a predicted final score of 5-3 in favor of Houston, their batting lineup will aim to apply pressure early. Conversely, the Cardinals will rely on their pitching strength to contain the Astros and convert scoring opportunities, hoping to exploit any weaknesses in the Astros’ defense.

Bookmakers favor the home team with odds of 1.7 compared to 2.22 for the Cardinals, suggesting a belief in the Astros’ stronger likelihood of winning. According to model predictions, there is a 56.9% chance of a home victory and a 43.1% chance for an away win, indicating a competitive matchup.

In conclusion, while the Astros hold an edge on paper, the unpredictability of baseball means that the Cardinals could certainly challenge this expectation on the field.

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Houston
57.6%		 St. Louis
42.4%

Prediction (the most likely score): 5:3

Outrights of MLB Houston Astros: 1.78% St.Louis Cardinals: 0.49%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
1.72 2.27
1.65 2.25

Latest Results

16.04.26 Houston Astros – Colorado Rockies – 2:3
15.04.26 Houston Astros – Colorado Rockies – 3:1
14.04.26 Houston Astros – Colorado Rockies – 7:6
13.04.26 Seattle Mariners – Houston Astros – 6:2
12.04.26 Seattle Mariners – Houston Astros – 6:1		 15.04.26 St. Louis Cardinals – Cleveland Guardians – 5:3
14.04.26 St. Louis Cardinals – Cleveland Guardians – 6:5
13.04.26 St. Louis Cardinals – Cleveland Guardians – 3:9
12.04.26 St. Louis Cardinals – Boston Red Sox – 3:9
11.04.26 St. Louis Cardinals – Boston Red Sox – 1:7

Facts

  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Houston won 0.
  • The recent form of both competitors has been shaky.
  • St. Louis may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • Recently, St. Louis has had a series of home games.
  • Houston might have a minor edge in this game.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Houston won 11 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 9 matches, and goals 110:81. (average 5.5:4.1).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Houston won 6 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 49:34. (average 5.4:3.8).

    Latest Head To Head

    22.03.26 Houston Astros – St. Louis Cardinals – 2:3
    18.03.26 St. Louis Cardinals – Houston Astros – 4:1
    13.03.26 St. Louis Cardinals – Houston Astros – 5:4
    22.02.26 Houston Astros – St. Louis Cardinals – 5:6
    16.04.25 St. Louis Cardinals – Houston Astros – 4:1

    Standings

    Main

    American League

    Pl W L PCT
    1 Tampa Bay Rays 18 11 7 91:91 0.611
    2 Minnesota Twins 19 11 8 103:86 0.579
    3 Cleveland Guardians 20 11 9 79:83 0.550
    4 New York Yankees 19 10 9 86:76 0.526
    5 Texas Rangers 19 10 9 82:70 0.526
    6 Detroit Tigers 19 10 9 84:71 0.526
    7 Athletics 19 10 9 78:88 0.526
    8 Los Angeles Angels 20 10 10 105:98 0.500
    9 Baltimore Orioles 19 9 10 79:82 0.474
    10 Seattle Mariners 20 8 12 78:74 0.400
    11 Houston Astros 20 8 12 107:117 0.400
    12 Toronto Blue Jays 18 7 11 68:93 0.389
    13 Boston Red Sox 18 7 11 77:86 0.389
    14 Kansas City Royals 19 7 12 65:79 0.368
    15 Chicago White Sox 19 6 13 60:100 0.316

    National League

    Pl W L PCT
    1 Los Angeles Dodgers 18 14 4 105:59 0.778
    2 San Diego Padres 19 13 6 90:69 0.684
    3 Atlanta Braves 19 12 7 106:62 0.632
    4 Arizona Diamondbacks 19 11 8 83:87 0.579
    5 Cincinnati Reds 19 11 8 64:77 0.579
    6 Pittsburgh Pirates 19 11 8 95:76 0.579
    7 Milwaukee Brewers 18 10 8 91:75 0.556
    8 St.Louis Cardinals 18 10 8 80:97 0.556
    9 Chicago Cubs 19 10 9 106:79 0.526
    10 Washington Nationals 19 9 10 107:117 0.474
    11 Miami Marlins 19 9 10 88:86 0.474
    12 Philadelphia Phillies 18 8 10 72:97 0.444
    13 Colorado Rockies 19 7 12 75:83 0.368
    14 San Francisco Giants 19 7 12 58:82 0.368
    15 New York Mets 20 7 13 69:91 0.350

    MLB Outrights

    1. Los Angeles Dodgers: 2.23 (28.75%)

    2. New York Yankees: 9.5 (6.74%)

    3. New York Mets: 9.88 (6.48%)

    4. Philadelphia Phillies: 11.08 (5.78%)

    5. Atlanta Braves: 11.96 (5.36%)

    6. Chicago Cubs: 13.8 (4.64%)

    7. Seattle Mariners: 14 (4.58%)

    8. Milwaukee Brewers: 16.76 (3.82%)

    9. Toronto Blue Jays: 19 (3.37%)

    10. Detroit Tigers: 21 (3.05%)

    11. Pittsburgh Pirates: 22.2 (2.89%)

    12. Baltimore Orioles: 23 (2.78%)

    13. Texas Rangers: 23 (2.78%)

    14. San Diego Padres: 23.4 (2.74%)

    15. Boston Red Sox: 26 (2.46%)

    16. Cincinnati Reds: 30.2 (2.12%)

    17. Houston Astros: 36 (1.78%)

    18. Kansas City Royals: 41 (1.56%)

    19. Arizona Diamondbacks: 41.4 (1.55%)

    20. San Francisco Giants: 48.2 (1.33%)

    21. Cleveland Guardians: 56 (1.14%)

    22. Tampa Bay Rays: 67 (0.96%)

    23. Miami Marlins: 100.2 (0.64%)

    24. Athletics: 101 (0.63%)

    25. Minnesota Twins: 126 (0.51%)

    26. St.Louis Cardinals: 130.2 (0.49%)

    27. Washington Nationals: 180.2 (0.36%)

    28. Los Angeles Angels: 201 (0.32%)

    29. Colorado Rockies: 280.2 (0.23%)

    30. Chicago White Sox: 401 (0.16%)

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