Both starting pitchers have been sharp this season and both teams have a very good defense behind them. Frankie Montas has a 3.18 ERA, 1.14 WHIP, and a 109/28 K/BB ratio in 19 starts this season. Opposing batters are hitting just .233 against him. The Cards Adam Wainwright has been superb at home. In 10 home starts, he has a 1.79 ERA, 1.06 WHIP, and a 55/15 K/BB ratio. Opposing batters are hitting .225 against him when he pitches at home this year.
Both teams' relievers have been good this year as well. Look for another pitchers duel here today in STL and this one to stay UNDER the total.