August baseball is underway, and Saturday’s slate of games features all 30 MLB teams in action. There are several enticing matchups from an entertainment perspective, but from a betting view I am zoning in on the matchup between Jameson Taillon and the St. Louis Cardinals. Let’s dive in!
Jameson Taillon (CHC) under 4.5 strikeouts recorded (-115)
Jameson Taillon (CHC) over 5.5 hits allowed (+105)
Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Jameson Taillon has had a decent bounce back season so far in 2024, improving on most of his numbers from the previous season. One team he has not had success against, however, is the St. Louis Cardinals that have plagued him throughout his career. Active Cardinals hitters have 200 combined plate appearances against the right-hander all-time, and in that sample, they have combined for a .319 AVG and .364 wOBA. Taillon has faced the Cardinals 3 times this season, recording just 3 strikeouts in each outing while allowing 9, 7, and 7 hits in those respective outings.