Latest Cardinals Playoff Chances, World Series Odds & More
The St. Louis Cardinals have gone two straight seasons without a playoff appearance. The table below provides an overview of where the Cardinals' odds stand today and what oddsmakers think of the potential for the team this year. All of the odds seen below are from sportsbooks like FanDuel Sportsbook MO and the percentage next to each set of odds is the implied probability of that market hitting.
| š Cardinals World Series Odds: | +35000 (0.3% chance) |
| š© Cardinals National League Odds: | +17000 (0.6% chance) |
| š„ Cardinals NL Central Odds: | +30000 (0.3% chance) |
| š„ Cardinals Playoff Odds: | +1100 (8.3% chance) |
| š Cardinals Regular Season Projected Win Total: | O/U 80.5 (+115/-105) |
| ā¾ Ryan Helsley NL Reliever of the Year Odds: | OTB |
| ā Last Verified: | August 16, 2025 |
Once Missouri sportsbook apps are available, we suggest checking out several operators before placing any wagers. Odds can vary across different sites, so you want to be on the lookout for the best price.
What Are the Cardinals Playoff Chances?
For the 2025 season, the Cardinals' playoff chances sit at 8.3%, based on +1100 odds. While those odds have dipped, St. Louis is still right in the thick of the Wild Card chase. Strong pitching has kept them competitive all season, with the bullpenās improvement in May playing a crucial role in turning things around. The pitching staff needs to stay consistent, and the offense has to find more power if the Cardinals want to remain a playoff contender.
Can the Cardinals Make the Playoffs?
Yes, the Cardinals are still in the playoff hunt. Most major sportsbooks list them as postseason contenders. While the Cardinals sit in fourth place and arenāt chasing the division crown, they remain firmly in the NL Wild Card mix, just 3.5 games back.
What Are the Cardinals World Series Odds?
The St. Louis Cardinalsā World Series odds sit at +40000 on DraftKings, one of the longest in the MLB. The Los Angeles Dodgers, last yearās champions and the favorites since Opening Day, still lead the pack with the best odds to win it all again.
How Many World Series Titles Do the Cardinals Have?
The Cardinals have made 19 World Series appearances and won 11 of them. The last time St. Louis won, however, was back in 2011 in a series against the Texas Rangers. Since then, the Cardinals have been back to the Fall Classic once and have just eight postseason appearances overall.
What Are the Cardinals' National League Odds?
The Cardinalsā odds to win the National League are +17000 on DraftKings, the eighth-shortest in the NL. St. Louis hasnāt claimed the pennant since 2013, and oddsmakers donāt expect that to change this year.
Do the Cardinals Have Any National League Pennants?
Yes, the Cardinals have 19 National League pennants to their name, which is the third-most among the NL.
What Are the Cardinals' NL Central Odds?
The Cardinalsā odds to win the NL Central sit at +30000, while the Brewers currently lead the division and remain favorites to claim the crown.
Cardinals Standings: NL Central
Weāre heading into the final stretch, and the playoff race is heating up. Weāll be tracking and updating the Cardinalsā NL Central standings every week.
| Team | Win-Loss Record | Win-Loss Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Milwaukee Brewers | 77-44 | .636 |
| 2. Chicago Cubs | 68-53 | .562 |
| 3. Cincinnati Reds | 64-59 | .520 |
| 4. āļø St. Louis Cardinals | 61-62 | .496 |
| 5. Pittsburgh Pirates | 52-71 | .423 |
Have the Cardinals Won the NL Central?
Since the NL Central got its start in 1994, the Cardinals have won the division 12 times. St. Louis last took down the NL Central in 2022.
Are There Any Cardinals Betting Promos?
While it's too early to tell if there will be Missouri betting promos specific to the Cardinals, a launch by the end of the year makes it likely weāll see team-focused offers next season. It wouldnāt be surprising if sportsbooks roll out bonuses for betting on the Cardinals once Missouri sports betting is live.
Once we know exactly what promotions to expect, I'll update this section with the latest offers.
Are the Cardinals Partnered With Any Sportsbooks?
Yes, the Cardinals are partnered with bet365 Missouri, entering into a marketing deal with the brand ahead of the launch of legal sports betting in the Show-Me State. You'll see bet365's advertising at Busch Stadium and on the Cardinals' radio and TV programming throughout the season.
Cardinals Playoff Chances FAQ
According to sportsbooks, the Cardinals have an 8.3% chance of making the playoffs, based on +1100 odds. Their chances of missing the playoffs stand at 85.7%, with -600 odds. Keep in mind, these numbers can vary across different sportsbooks.
Yes, the Cardinals can technically win the World Series this year, though their current odds are unfavorable. According to DraftKings, the Cardinals' World Series odds are +40000. These odds give St. Louis a slim 0.3% chance of winning the World Series.
Yes, there are still plenty of games left, so the Cardinals are still in the running for a playoff spot. According to sportsbooks, St. Louis has +1100 odds to make the playoffs. With strong pitching and timely hitting, they have a real shot to stay competitive down the stretch.
The Cardinals arenāt currently in playoff position, but teams will start locking up postseason spots soon. St. Louisā odds to miss the playoffs sit at -600, implying an 85.7% chance they wonāt make the postseason. At this point, it looks like their playoff hopes are slipping away fast.
Once sports betting is officially launched in the state, you will be able to bet on the Cardinals' postseason odds and more at any legal and licensed sportsbook. This will likely include names such as Caesars Sportsbook, BetMGM, FanDuel, DraftKings, bet365, and potentially others.
The Cardinals sit at 61-62, holding the fourth-best record in the NL Central. The Brewers lead the division and oddsmakers have Milwaukee favored to win the NL Central at -900. Keep in mind, these odds can vary by sportsbook.
Author
Cody Kutzer has been covering the sports betting and gambling space for several years and has been losing his parlay bets for even longer. He currently serves as an editor, writer, and fact-checker for BetMissouri.com to ensure readers have the latest and most accurate information surrounding sports betting in the state.
