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San Diego Padres vs St. Louis Cardinals predictions, May 09, 2026

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The upcoming MLB matchup on May 9, 2026, features the San Diego Padres hosting the St. Louis Cardinals at Petco Park. Both teams enter the game with varying recent performances. The Padres have secured victories in 2 of their last 5 contests, while the Cardinals are riding a wave of momentum, winning 3 out of their last 5 games.

Bookmaker odds favor the Padres at 1.72 compared to the Cardinals’ 2.17, reflecting the home-field advantage. Statistical models indicate a 55.1% chance of a Padres win, with the Cardinals at 44.9%. This suggests a competitive matchup that could hinge on key moments.

Tactically, the Padres will look to leverage their home field and capitalize on their offensive capabilities. Meanwhile, the Cardinals aim to exploit any lapses in the Padres’ defense and utilize their recent form to sustain their winning momentum.

As both teams aim for a crucial win, fans can expect an intriguing contest filled with strategic battles and pivotal plays. While the Padres hold the edge in odds and probabilities, the outcome remains uncertain, making this an enticing match for betting enthusiasts.

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San Diego
55.8%		 St. Louis
44.2%

Prediction (the most likely score): 5:3

Outrights of MLB San Diego Padres: 2.01% St.Louis Cardinals: 0.65%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
1.72 2.12
1.72 2.27
1.71 2.15

Latest Results

07.05.26 San Diego Padres – St. Louis Cardinals – 1:2
06.05.26 San Francisco Giants – San Diego Padres – 1:5
05.05.26 San Francisco Giants – San Diego Padres – 5:10
04.05.26 San Francisco Giants – San Diego Padres – 3:2
03.05.26 San Diego Padres – Chicago White Sox – 0:4		 07.05.26 San Diego Padres – St. Louis Cardinals – 1:2
06.05.26 St. Louis Cardinals – Milwaukee Brewers – 2:6
05.05.26 St. Louis Cardinals – Milwaukee Brewers – 2:6
04.05.26 St. Louis Cardinals – Milwaukee Brewers – 6:3
03.05.26 St. Louis Cardinals – Los Angeles Dodgers – 3:2

Facts

  • The most interesting match of the day — two teams from the very top of the table will face off (ranked 5 and 4).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, San Diego won 3.
  • Both teams have been playing unpredictably.
  • Recently, St. Louis has 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, San Diego won 9 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 11 matches, and goals 88:79. (average 4.4:4).
  • Including home matches between the teams, San Diego won 5 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 5 matches, and goals 42:36. (average 4.2:3.6).

    Latest Head To Head

    07.05.26 San Diego Padres – St. Louis Cardinals – 1:2
    03.08.25 San Diego Padres – St. Louis Cardinals – 7:3
    02.08.25 San Diego Padres – St. Louis Cardinals – 5:8
    01.08.25 San Diego Padres – St. Louis Cardinals – 4:1
    27.07.25 St. Louis Cardinals – San Diego Padres – 2:9

    Standings

    Main

    American League

    Pl W L PCT
    1 New York Yankees 38 26 12 209:128 0.684
    2 Tampa Bay Rays 37 25 12 167:148 0.676
    3 Athletics 37 19 18 165:175 0.514
    4 Cleveland Guardians 39 20 19 162:166 0.513
    5 Detroit Tigers 38 18 20 165:159 0.474
    6 Seattle Mariners 38 18 20 153:149 0.474
    7 Chicago White Sox 37 17 20 155:171 0.459
    8 Texas Rangers 37 17 20 139:145 0.459
    9 Kansas City Royals 38 17 21 157:173 0.447
    10 Baltimore Orioles 38 17 21 174:211 0.447
    11 Toronto Blue Jays 37 16 21 147:169 0.432
    12 Boston Red Sox 38 16 22 153:164 0.421
    13 Minnesota Twins 38 16 22 183:195 0.421
    14 Los Angeles Angels 38 15 23 170:184 0.395
    15 Houston Astros 38 15 23 185:222 0.395

    National League

    Pl W L PCT
    1 Atlanta Braves 38 26 12 213:134 0.684
    2 Chicago Cubs 38 26 12 208:158 0.684
    3 Los Angeles Dodgers 37 23 14 196:119 0.622
    4 St.Louis Cardinals 37 22 15 176:176 0.595
    5 San Diego Padres 37 22 15 163:157 0.595
    6 Pittsburgh Pirates 38 21 17 185:160 0.553
    7 Milwaukee Brewers 35 19 16 181:135 0.543
    8 Cincinnati Reds 38 20 18 156:186 0.526
    9 Washington Nationals 38 18 20 205:215 0.474
    10 Arizona Diamondbacks 36 17 19 161:186 0.472
    11 Philadelphia Phillies 38 17 21 148:190 0.447
    12 Miami Marlins 38 17 21 161:167 0.447
    13 Colorado Rockies 38 15 23 163:188 0.395
    14 New York Mets 37 14 23 134:162 0.378
    15 San Francisco Giants 37 14 23 115:157 0.378

    MLB Outrights

    1. Los Angeles Dodgers: 2.9 (28.39%)

    2. New York Yankees: 6 (13.72%)

    3. Chicago Cubs: 11 (7.48%)

    4. Atlanta Braves: 12 (6.86%)

    5. Seattle Mariners: 13 (6.33%)

    6. Philadelphia Phillies: 23 (3.58%)

    7. Toronto Blue Jays: 26 (3.17%)

    8. Detroit Tigers: 26 (3.17%)

    9. Texas Rangers: 29 (2.84%)

    10. Milwaukee Brewers: 36 (2.29%)

    11. Baltimore Orioles: 36 (2.29%)

    12. San Diego Padres: 41 (2.01%)

    13. Cleveland Guardians: 41 (2.01%)

    14. Tampa Bay Rays: 41 (2.01%)

    15. New York Mets: 51 (1.61%)

    16. Boston Red Sox: 51 (1.61%)

    17. Pittsburgh Pirates: 51 (1.61%)

    18. Kansas City Royals: 61 (1.35%)

    19. Houston Astros: 67 (1.23%)

    20. Cincinnati Reds: 67 (1.23%)

    21. Athletics: 67 (1.23%)

    22. Arizona Diamondbacks: 101 (0.82%)

    23. Minnesota Twins: 126 (0.65%)

    24. St.Louis Cardinals: 126 (0.65%)

    25. San Francisco Giants: 151 (0.55%)

    26. Miami Marlins: 201 (0.41%)

    27. Los Angeles Angels: 251 (0.33%)

    28. Chicago White Sox: 251 (0.33%)

    29. Washington Nationals: 501 (0.16%)

    30. Colorado Rockies: 1001 (0.08%)

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