Pittsburgh at St. Louis

The St. Louis Cardinals are just 13-11 n the season, and a lot of people are wondering why. One quick answer is that they have played 17 of their first 23 games on the road. That will change as the schedule balances out, and right now their pitching has taken charge. The Cardinals have allowed just 24 total runs in their last 12 games. They have also recorded four shutouts, including one last night vs. this Pittsburgh team. The Pirates are really struggling as they are 3-12 in their last 15 games. Contributing to the slide is an offense has gone stone cold, producing just 4 total runs in their last four games. Pittsburgh is just 1-5 in Lirano's last six road starts, and he has yet to win anywhere this season. The Cards are making hay at home where they are 43-16 in their last 59 games in St. Louis. Go with the Cardinals.