Brewers vs Cardinals Game 3 Odds 2011 NLCS Picks: After having their precious home-field advantage taken away, the (1-1) Milwaukee Brewers [+142 ML] will have their backs against the wall, as the next three games will be played at the home of the (1-1) St. Louis Cardinals [-152 ML]. Game 3 of this best-of-seven 2011 NLCS Picks is set to get underway tonight at 8:10 PM ET (7:10 PM CT) on TBS Sports.
"I think human nature, which includes confidence, and they're very confident in [Miller Park], so it's a factor," La Russa said. "But it's a better ballpark for hitters than St. Louis. That's why I like ballparks that play a little tougher."
Tonight’s Game 3 pitching matchup heavily favors the Cards, as Tony LaRussa sends his ace, RHP Chris Carpenter (2011 NLDS: 1-0, 3.00 ERA in 12 IP) to face Ron Roenicke’s pleasant surprise this postseason, RHP Yovani Gallardo (2011 NLDS: 1-0, 1.29 ERA in 14 IP). The OVER/UNDER is set at a low total of 7 runs scored this evening.
Things are beginning to get a little tight in the Brewers clubhouse with the next three games being played at Busch Stadium. Needless to say that, Milwaukee is going to play better on the road than it did against the D-Backs to have any chances of forcing this series back to Miller Park for the potential Games 6 and 7.
Always taking a cerebral approach, LaRussa isn’t getting overly excited about the advantageous position his team finds itself in. Having a seasoned guy like the 2005 Cy Young winning Carpenter on the hill in a pivotal Game 3 has to be a huge psychological edge for the Red Birds. However, you couldn’t tell that to be the case hen you ask the Cards manager. LaRussa is completely downplaying the lopsided experience gaps between his 36-year-old starter and the Brew Crew’s 25th year old.
My Game 3 Odds 2011 NLCS Picks: I have to go with the Cardinals tonight! They’re back at home, with their ace on the mound, and knowing the next three games will be at Busch Stadium. This has to be a great locker room right now, as it should be! Get $50 in Free MLB Picks Here!
