The Toronto Blue Jays are gearing up to face off against the St. Louis Cardinals in a crucial mid-season game at Busch Stadium on June 12, 2025. Both teams are sitting near the top of their divisions and just had an exciting 10-9 win for the Blue Jays two days ago, so this matchup is sure to be packed with intensity, star players, and lots of action.
Game Details
Date: June 12, 2025
Location: Busch Stadium, St. Louis, MO
First Pitch: 2:15 p.m. ET
Team Form & Recent Performance
Toronto Blue Jays (37-30)
The Blue Jays just pulled off an exciting 10-9 victory against the Cardinals, highlighting their strong offense and timely hitting. Toronto’s batting order has been on point, racking up 16 hits along with home runs from Andrés Giménez and Alejandro Kirk in their latest match. This season, the team has been around the .500 mark as underdogs, managing to win 52.5% of their games when they aren’t favored.
St. Louis Cardinals (36-31)
The Cardinals have surpassed what people thought they would do before the season, currently trailing by only 1.5 games in the NL Wild Card race. Even with the recent defeat, their offense is still strong, racking up 12 hits and home runs from Willson Contreras, Nolan Arenado, and Nolan Gorman in their last game. St. Louis has done well when favored, winning 53.6% of those matchups this season.
Key Players to Watch
Toronto Blue Jays
Bo Bichette (SS): With a batting average of .275 and an OPS of .745, Bichette is still the driving force behind Toronto’s offense, racking up three hits and scoring three runs in the last game.
Alejandro Kirk (C): With a .323 batting average and some serious power, Kirk hit a homer and brought in two runs in the last game.
Andrés Giménez (2B): Giménez smashed a three-run homer and brought in four runs, proving he can turn games around in a flash.
George Springer (RF): With a .368 OBP and .858 OPS, Springer’s veteran presence and clutch hitting remain essential.
Chris Bassitt (SP): The team’s star pitcher, Bassitt, needs to keep hitters guessing to be effective against the Cardinals’ strong lineup.
St. Louis Cardinals
Brendan Donovan (LF): Donovan, the team’s standout player, is batting .314/.381/.445 with an .826 OPS and is known for his Gold Glove-level defense.
Willson Contreras (C): Moving from catcher, Contreras is the top hitter for the Cardinals, boasting 42 RBIs and eight home runs to date.
Nolan Arenado (3B): The ever-reliable All-Star and Gold Glove winner, Arenado, has bounced back with some serious power and run production, hitting a home run and driving in three RBIs in the most recent game.
Nolan Gorman (2B): The young slugger is showing better power stats; Gorman hit a homer and brought in three runs in the last game.
Miles Mikolas (SP): Reliable starter, Mikolas aims to keep Toronto’s hitters under control.
Advanced Matchup Analysis
Offense: Both teams are hitting really well, each putting up over 9 runs in their last game. Toronto has a strong and well-rounded lineup, while St. Louis counts on its young talent and experienced players like Arenado and Contreras.
Bullpen: Both bullpens have been put to the test lately, and neither team seems to have a distinct edge in those late-game situations.
Defense: The Cardinals’ infield, spearheaded by Arenado and Donovan, ranks as one of the top in baseball, whereas Toronto’s athleticism in the middle (Bichette, Giménez) stands out as a strong point.
Odds & Prediction
Odds: The Cardinals are the favorites at -148, while the Blue Jays are the underdogs at +126. The Over/Under is set at 8.5 runs.
Win Probability: Cardinals 52-54%, Blue Jays 46-48%.
Considering the recent surge in offense, the dependability of both starting pitchers, and the slight advantage St. Louis has at home, anticipate another tight, high-scoring matchup. Still, the Cardinals’ skills in making the most of their home-field advantage and their well-rounded lineup provides them with a slim edge.
Sports Betting Ace’s Final Score Prediction: Cardinals 6, Blue Jays 5
Keep an eye on Brendan Donovan and Nolan Arenado making significant impacts for St. Louis, while Bo Bichette and Alejandro Kirk keep impressing for Toronto. Get ready for some late-game excitement and a playoff vibe as both teams battle for important mid-season momentum.