St. Louis Cardinals vs Los Angeles Dodgers predictions, May 02, 2026

May 02, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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As the St. Louis Cardinals prepare to host the Los Angeles Dodgers on May 2, 2026, both teams bring contrasting recent forms into this matchup. The Cardinals have been in formidable shape, securing victories in four out of their last five contests, showcasing a blend of solid pitching and timely hitting. Their home ground advantage at Busch Stadium will be crucial as they aim to continue their winning streak.

On the other hand, the Dodgers, although historically strong, have seen a dip in form, managing only two wins in their last five games. Their roster’s depth and experience remain significant assets, but inconsistencies in performance could impact their effectiveness amid growing pressure.

Bookmakers have priced the Cardinals at 2.27 for a home win, while the Dodgers are favored at 1.68. According to our prediction model, the probabilities tilt slightly towards the Dodgers at 55.8%, with the home team at 44.2%. The projected final score of 3-5 reflects a belief in the Dodgers’ ability to capitalize on their opportunities, but baseball remains unpredictable.

Overall, while the Cardinals are riding high, the Dodgers’ pedigree and experience cannot be overlooked. This matchup promises to be a compelling contest, and outcomes remain uncertain as both teams vie for crucial victory.

This preview is generated with the Welcome.Bet AI Insights Engine, combining form data, betting odds, and semantic SEO optimization to deliver relevant match analysis for fans and bettors alike from 2026-05-02T00:52:02+00:00.

St. Louis
42.5%		 LA Dodgers
57.5%

Prediction (the most likely score): 3:5

Outrights of MLB Los Angeles Dodgers: 28.38% St.Louis Cardinals: 0.53%

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Betting Odds

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bet_at_home 2.32 1.68
MarathonBet 2.31 1.7
WilliamHill 2.2 1.67

Latest Results

01.05.26 St. Louis Cardinals – Los Angeles Dodgers – 7:2
30.04.26 Pittsburgh Pirates – St. Louis Cardinals – 5:10
29.04.26 Pittsburgh Pirates – St. Louis Cardinals – 4:5
28.04.26 Pittsburgh Pirates – St. Louis Cardinals – 7:11
27.04.26 Pittsburgh Pirates – St. Louis Cardinals – 2:4		 01.05.26 St. Louis Cardinals – Los Angeles Dodgers – 7:2
29.04.26 Los Angeles Dodgers – Miami Marlins – 2:3
28.04.26 Los Angeles Dodgers – Miami Marlins – 1:2
27.04.26 Los Angeles Dodgers – Miami Marlins – 5:4
26.04.26 Los Angeles Dodgers – Chicago Cubs – 12:4

Facts

  • A mid-table team takes on a leader in this match (ranked 6 and 3).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, St. Louis won 3.
  • St. Louis is currently enjoying a strong run with several victories in a row (last 5 games: 5 wins).
  • LA Dodgers has been playing with ups and downs recently (in the last 5 games, wins – 2).
  • St. Louis may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
  • Recently, St. Louis has had a series of away games.
  • Recently, LA Dodgers has had a series of home games.
  • LA Dodgers might have a minor edge in this game.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, St. Louis won 10 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 10 matches, and goals 92:91. (average 4.6:4.6).
  • Including home matches between the teams, St. Louis won 7 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 4 matches, and goals 61:44. (average 5.5:4).

    Latest Head To Head

    01.05.26 St. Louis Cardinals – Los Angeles Dodgers – 7:2
    06.08.25 Los Angeles Dodgers – St. Louis Cardinals – 3:5
    05.08.25 Los Angeles Dodgers – St. Louis Cardinals – 12:6
    04.08.25 Los Angeles Dodgers – St. Louis Cardinals – 2:3
    08.06.25 St. Louis Cardinals – Los Angeles Dodgers – 3:7

    Standings

    Main

    American League

    Pl W L PCT
    1 New York Yankees 32 21 11 160:108 0.656
    2 Tampa Bay Rays 31 19 12 140:138 0.613
    3 Athletics 31 17 14 131:136 0.548
    4 Cleveland Guardians 32 16 16 123:131 0.500
    5 Texas Rangers 32 16 16 125:116 0.500
    6 Detroit Tigers 33 16 17 146:138 0.485
    7 Seattle Mariners 33 16 17 140:134 0.485
    8 Chicago White Sox 32 15 17 137:155 0.469
    9 Toronto Blue Jays 32 15 17 129:149 0.469
    10 Baltimore Orioles 32 15 17 147:164 0.469
    11 Minnesota Twins 33 14 19 157:156 0.424
    12 Kansas City Royals 32 13 19 133:154 0.406
    13 Boston Red Sox 32 13 19 126:140 0.406
    14 Los Angeles Angels 33 12 21 153:165 0.364
    15 Houston Astros 33 12 21 169:197 0.364

    National League

    Pl W L PCT
    1 Atlanta Braves 33 23 10 185:117 0.697
    2 Chicago Cubs 32 20 12 175:139 0.625
    3 Los Angeles Dodgers 32 20 12 169:108 0.625
    4 Cincinnati Reds 32 20 12 134:145 0.625
    5 San Diego Padres 31 19 12 141:139 0.613
    6 St.Louis Cardinals 32 19 13 162:160 0.594
    7 Milwaukee Brewers 31 17 14 166:123 0.548
    8 Arizona Diamondbacks 31 16 15 146:171 0.516
    9 Pittsburgh Pirates 33 17 16 162:142 0.515
    10 Miami Marlins 32 15 17 140:140 0.469
    11 Washington Nationals 33 15 18 176:191 0.455
    12 Colorado Rockies 33 14 19 143:152 0.424
    13 Philadelphia Phillies 32 13 19 124:168 0.406
    14 San Francisco Giants 32 13 19 104:133 0.406
    15 New York Mets 32 11 21 110:144 0.344

    MLB Outrights

    1. Los Angeles Dodgers: 2.83 (28.38%)

    2. New York Yankees: 8 (10.05%)

    3. Atlanta Braves: 12 (6.7%)

    4. Seattle Mariners: 12.33 (6.52%)

    5. Chicago Cubs: 17 (4.73%)

    6. Detroit Tigers: 19.67 (4.09%)

    7. Toronto Blue Jays: 21.67 (3.71%)

    8. Texas Rangers: 24.33 (3.3%)

    9. Baltimore Orioles: 25.33 (3.17%)

    10. Milwaukee Brewers: 28.67 (2.8%)

    11. Philadelphia Phillies: 29.67 (2.71%)

    12. San Diego Padres: 30.33 (2.65%)

    13. New York Mets: 37 (2.17%)

    14. Boston Red Sox: 38 (2.12%)

    15. Houston Astros: 38.67 (2.08%)

    16. Cincinnati Reds: 40.33 (1.99%)

    17. Cleveland Guardians: 43.67 (1.84%)

    18. Pittsburgh Pirates: 50.33 (1.6%)

    19. Kansas City Royals: 53.67 (1.5%)

    20. Tampa Bay Rays: 53.67 (1.5%)

    21. Athletics: 57 (1.41%)

    22. Arizona Diamondbacks: 63.67 (1.26%)

    23. Minnesota Twins: 93.67 (0.86%)

    24. San Francisco Giants: 100.33 (0.8%)

    25. St.Louis Cardinals: 150.33 (0.53%)

    26. Miami Marlins: 150.33 (0.53%)

    27. Los Angeles Angels: 217 (0.37%)

    28. Chicago White Sox: 300.33 (0.27%)

    29. Colorado Rockies: 467 (0.17%)

    30. Washington Nationals: 467 (0.17%)

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