Houston Astros vs St. Louis Cardinals predictions, Apr 19, 2026

Apr 19, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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As the Houston Astros prepare to host the St. Louis Cardinals on April 19, 2026, both teams arrive with contrasting recent form that could play a crucial role in the outcome. The Astros have secured victories in 2 of their last 5 matches, exhibiting flashes of their competitive spirit, but will need to elevate their performance to reclaim their dominant status at home. Meanwhile, the Cardinals enter the matchup with a stronger momentum, having won 3 of their last 5, showcasing a more cohesive gameplay and resilience.

In terms of tactical strengths, the Astros are renowned for their powerful batting lineup and strategic base running, which, if clicking, can pose significant challenges for the Cardinals’ pitching. Conversely, the Cardinals have displayed solid defensive strategies and effective pitching recently, which could neutralize Houston’s offensive threats.

Bookmakers have positioned the Astros as the favorites with odds of 1.7 compared to the Cardinals at 2.22. The model prediction suggests a 57.2% probability of a home win for the Astros, while the anticipated final score could reflect a competitive 5:3. As both teams strive for victory, this matchup promises to be an intriguing contest without guaranteed outcomes for bettors.

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Houston
56.8%		 St. Louis
43.2%

Prediction (the most likely score): 5:3

Outrights of MLB Houston Astros: 2.01% St.Louis Cardinals: 0.41%

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Betting Odds

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MarathonBet 1.74 2.24
WilliamHill 1.67 2.2

Latest Results

17.04.26 Houston Astros – St. Louis Cardinals – 4:9
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		 17.04.26 Houston Astros – St. Louis Cardinals – 4:9
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

Facts

  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Houston won 0.
  • Both teams have been playing unpredictably.
  • St. Louis may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • Recently, the opponents have had a series of home games.
  • In this match, both teams are almost equally likely to win.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Houston won 10 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 10 matches, and goals 100:90. (average 5:4.5).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Houston won 6 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 4 matches, and goals 53:43. (average 5.3:4.3).

    Latest Head To Head

    17.04.26 Houston Astros – St. Louis Cardinals – 4:9
    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

    Standings

    Main

    American League

    Pl W L PCT
    1 Tampa Bay Rays 19 11 8 92:96 0.579
    2 New York Yankees 21 12 9 103:82 0.571
    3 Texas Rangers 20 11 9 87:70 0.550
    4 Cleveland Guardians 22 12 10 87:91 0.545
    5 Los Angeles Angels 21 11 10 113:98 0.524
    6 Detroit Tigers 21 11 10 88:73 0.524
    7 Minnesota Twins 21 11 10 108:93 0.524
    8 Athletics 21 11 10 87:103 0.524
    9 Baltimore Orioles 21 10 11 87:90 0.476
    10 Boston Red Sox 20 8 12 79:90 0.400
    11 Seattle Mariners 21 8 13 78:79 0.381
    12 Houston Astros 21 8 13 111:126 0.381
    13 Toronto Blue Jays 19 7 12 71:99 0.368
    14 Chicago White Sox 21 7 14 75:109 0.333
    15 Kansas City Royals 21 7 14 71:96 0.333

    National League

    Pl W L PCT
    1 Los Angeles Dodgers 19 15 4 112:60 0.789
    2 Atlanta Braves 20 13 7 115:62 0.650
    3 San Diego Padres 20 13 7 90:77 0.650
    4 Cincinnati Reds 21 13 8 71:82 0.619
    5 Arizona Diamondbacks 20 12 8 89:90 0.600
    6 Milwaukee Brewers 20 12 8 103:82 0.600
    7 Pittsburgh Pirates 20 12 8 100:77 0.600
    8 St.Louis Cardinals 19 11 8 89:101 0.579
    9 Chicago Cubs 20 11 9 110:81 0.550
    10 Washington Nationals 21 9 12 118:134 0.429
    11 Miami Marlins 21 9 12 95:98 0.429
    12 San Francisco Giants 21 9 12 75:93 0.429
    13 Philadelphia Phillies 19 8 11 72:106 0.421
    14 Colorado Rockies 20 7 13 76:90 0.350
    15 New York Mets 21 7 14 71:95 0.333

    MLB Outrights

    1. Los Angeles Dodgers: 2.9 (28.37%)

    2. New York Yankees: 9.5 (8.66%)

    3. Seattle Mariners: 14 (5.88%)

    4. Atlanta Braves: 18 (4.57%)

    5. Philadelphia Phillies: 19 (4.33%)

    6. New York Mets: 19 (4.33%)

    7. Toronto Blue Jays: 20 (4.11%)

    8. Detroit Tigers: 20 (4.11%)

    9. Chicago Cubs: 21 (3.92%)

    10. Baltimore Orioles: 23 (3.58%)

    11. Texas Rangers: 23 (3.58%)

    12. Boston Red Sox: 26 (3.16%)

    13. Milwaukee Brewers: 31 (2.65%)

    14. Pittsburgh Pirates: 31 (2.65%)

    15. San Diego Padres: 36 (2.29%)

    16. Houston Astros: 41 (2.01%)

    17. Kansas City Royals: 41 (2.01%)

    18. Cleveland Guardians: 51 (1.61%)

    19. Cincinnati Reds: 51 (1.61%)

    20. Tampa Bay Rays: 67 (1.23%)

    21. Arizona Diamondbacks: 67 (1.23%)

    22. San Francisco Giants: 101 (0.81%)

    23. Athletics: 101 (0.81%)

    24. Minnesota Twins: 126 (0.65%)

    25. Los Angeles Angels: 151 (0.54%)

    26. St.Louis Cardinals: 201 (0.41%)

    27. Miami Marlins: 201 (0.41%)

    28. Chicago White Sox: 401 (0.21%)

    29. Washington Nationals: 501 (0.16%)

    30. Colorado Rockies: 1001 (0.08%)

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