September 3, 2025

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Written by: Michael Rivera

Michael is a data-driven baseball enthusiast who specializes in pitch analytics and betting trends.

ATH vs Cardinals: Betting Preview & Props (Sep 03)

Last updated: September 03, 2025

Game Time: 9/3, 07:45PM

Matchup Setup

The ATH take on the Cardinals in a matchup that pits contrasting pitching styles against each other. Despite no betting odds currently available, this game presents intriguing analytical angles, particularly in the pitching and lineup matchups.

Pitching Preview

Pitching Matchup: Jeffrey Springs vs Matthew Liberatore

Jeffrey Springs (ATH):

Four-Seam Fastball (43% usage, 90.6 mph), Changeup (25% usage, 79.3 mph), Slider (22% usage, 83.5 mph), Cutter (5% usage, 86.8 mph), Sweeper (5% usage, 75.8 mph)

Springs is a pitch-mix artist with a reliance on off-speed pitches, which could disrupt the timing of hitters. The Cardinals lineup averages .2499 this season with a projected xBA of .2303 vs Springs' arsenal, indicating a likely offensive struggle.

Matthew Liberatore (STL):

Four-Seam Fastball (29% usage, 93.9 mph), Slider (22% usage, 86.4 mph), Curveball (15% usage, 77.5 mph), Changeup (12% usage, 88.6 mph), Cutter (11% usage, 90.2 mph), Sinker (11% usage, 94.0 mph)

Liberatore mixes velocity with a variety of breaking pitches. The ATH lineup averages .2570 this season but projects to .2411 against Liberatore's arsenal, suggesting modest offensive suppression.

Lineup Matchups

Lineup Matchups & Batting Edges

For ATH vs. Matthew Liberatore: The ATH lineup averages .257 this season but projects to .2411 vs Liberatore's arsenal. Notable batter changes include:

Jacob Wilson: Season BA .318 → xBA vs arsenal .227 (-91 points), Season K% 7.4% → Arsenal K% 25.4% (+18.0%)
Nick Kurtz: Season BA .308 → xBA vs arsenal .268 (-40 points), Season K% 29.8% → Arsenal K% 28.7% (-1.1%)

For STL vs. Jeffrey Springs: The Cardinals lineup averages .2499 this season, projecting a dip to .2303 against Springs. Key performer shifts:

Iván Herrera: Season BA .286 → xBA vs arsenal .207 (-79 points), Season K% 19.4% → Arsenal K% 24.2% (+4.8%)
Jordan Walker: Season BA .235 → xBA vs arsenal .205 (-30 points), Season K% 26.7% → Arsenal K% 33.6% (+6.9%)

Strikeout Trends

Strikeout Risks & Rewards

For ATH: The ATH's projected K-rate is 25.2% vs Liberatore — up 1.1% from their 24.1% season average.

For STL: The Cardinals' projected K-rate is 25.1% vs Springs — up 1.9% from their 23.2% season average.

Umpire Trends

Behind the Plate: Umpire assignment has not been announced, which makes prop volatility a concern.

What to Bet On

No individual batters meet our strict betting lean criteria of xBA > 0.300 with a boost > +20 points, nor do any pitchers meet the criteria for strikeout prop alerts.

🔑 Key Takeaways

Jeffrey Springs' diverse arsenal could effectively limit the Cardinals' offensive output.
Matthew Liberatore may suppress ATH's offensive production with his mix of velocity and breaking pitches.
Both lineups face potential strikeout increases, but not enough to trigger strikeout prop bets.
Umpire data is unavailable, adding uncertainty to prop wagering.

🧠 FAQs

Q: Who is the best betting prop for the ATH vs STL game? A: No players meet our strict betting criteria.

Q: Is the assigned umpire a pitcher-friendly umpire? A: Umpire assignment has not been announced, which makes prop volatility a concern.

Q: What time is the ATH vs STL game? A: 9/3, 07:45PM

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