The Washington Nationals (71-82) visit the St. Louis Cardinals (75-78) on Friday, September 18, 2026 at Busch Stadium. First pitch is set for 8:15 PM ET. TV: MLB.TV; Nationals.TV, Cardinals.TV (regional).
Washington Nationals vs St. Louis Cardinals Odds & Preview Info
| Matchup | Washington Nationals @ St. Louis Cardinals |
|---|---|
| Records | Washington Nationals 71-82 | St. Louis Cardinals 75-78 |
| Run Line | WSH -1.5 | STL +1.5 |
| Moneyline | Washington Nationals: -105 | St. Louis Cardinals: -115 |
| Total | 7.5 |
| Venue | Busch Stadium |
| Date / Time | Friday, September 18, 2026 — 8:15 PM ET |
| TV / How to Watch | MLB.TV; Nationals.TV, Cardinals.TV (regional) |
| Probable Pitchers | Washington Nationals: Cade Cavalli | St. Louis Cardinals: Kyle Leahy |
Odds shown via public sportsbooks (lines move — verify before betting).
Washington Nationals Preview & Probable Pitcher
The Washington Nationals enter Friday at 71-82 and travel to face the St. Louis Cardinals at Busch Stadium. Slated starter: Cade Cavalli.
Track the run line, moneyline, and total listed above for this odds preview. Double-check probable pitchers and any late roster moves closer to first pitch at 8:15 PM ET.
St. Louis Cardinals Preview & Probable Pitcher
The St. Louis Cardinals sit at 75-78 hosting from Busch Stadium. Probable starter: Kyle Leahy.
How to watch: MLB.TV; Nationals.TV, Cardinals.TV (regional). Odds and totals can shift through the evening — recheck your book for the latest Washington Nationals vs St. Louis Cardinals line before the September 18, 2026 first pitch.
Where to Watch Washington Nationals vs St. Louis Cardinals
Tune in Friday, September 18, 2026 at 8:15 PM ET from Busch Stadium. Broadcast coverage: MLB.TV; Nationals.TV, Cardinals.TV (regional).