The Nationals have a chance to even up the series with the better pitcher in Parker who has an ERA of 3.61 and has been one of the steady arms for Washington this season with a 1.10 WHIP and 68 strikeouts in his last 15 starts. He should bounce back in this spot with the support of his team's bats. Mikolas has an ERA on the road of 4.42 and is susceptible to power hitters. St.Louis in general are hit and miss with their offense this season as the team has struggled to get to .500 and the bats may not be there to support Mikolas on the mound. Mikolas has given up 17 hits and 11 earned runs in his last two starts. Meanwhile, Washington’s offense has been good in this series and they can get to Mikolas on the mound. The Cardinals are 2-12 in day games following a road win. The Nationals are 11-4 in their last 15 games as a home favorite. The Nationals have the better pitcher and lineup in this game, and their bullpen can be trusted to close out this game.

Best bet: take Washington on the moneyline (ML).