St. Louis Cardinals vs Colorado Rockies Prediction & Picks - MLB

Prediction published on 8/9/26, 10:30 AM  by Lou Aguila in MLB Picks

Over 9.5 runs are getting some traction ahead of Sunday’s series finale between the Colorado Rockies and the St. Louis Cardinals.

Both teams average at least 5.0 runs per game over their last five games. The starting pitchers, Michael Lorenzen and Michael McGreevy, have registered over 5.00 ERA over their last five outings.

Current Form:

The St. Louis Cardinals are 4-2 in their last six games, though they have lost their last assignment against the Colorado Rockies. The Cards’ offense has been solid of late, averaging 5.1 runs per game on a .255 BA. Jordan Walker has been the heart and soul of the Cards’ batting corps, averaging .283 with 23 homers and 82 RBIs.

The Colorado Rockies snapped a four-game losing streak following Saturday’s win over the Cardinals. Jake McCarthy owned the spotlight in this recent win, blasting two homers and finishing with three RBIs. The Rockies are averaging 5.0 runs per game over their last five games.

Starting Pitchers: Cardinals RHP Michael McGreevy (4-9, 3.59 ERA) vs. Rockies RHP Michael Lorenzen (3-10, 6.94 ERA).

The Matchup: The Rockies have won 3 of their last 4 meetings with the Cardinals and 6 of their last 10. The total has gone Over in 2 of their last 3 meetings.