Nationals vs Cardinals MLB Player Prop Picks (Jul 10)

First pitch is scheduled for 7:45 p.m. ET on FSDM/W and MASN. Washington (38–54) looks to avoid a sweep after Wednesday’s 8–2 loss, while St. Louis (49–44) seeks to cap off the series strong. RHP Mike Soroka (3–6, 5.40 ERA) starts for the Nationals, opposite veteran Miles Mikolas (4–6, 5.26 ERA).

• Soroka (5.40 ERA, 4.12 K/BB) and Mikolas (5.26 ERA, only ~6.2 K/9) have been hit hard lately.
• Total set at 9, with both offenses showing life—Wood and Lowe for Washington; Contreras, Burleson, and Nootbaar for St. Louis.
• Riding a three-game hit streak and a slugging surge, Wood is projected to exceed 1.5 total bases.

Washington Nationals Player Prop Pick: Mike Soroka

Washington has struggled (−82 run differential) but showcased flashes in Wednesday’s win. Soroka’s inconsistency continues, yet he brings solid command (70 Ks, 1.14 WHIP). Offensively, James Wood and Nathaniel Lowe are red-hot, offering speed and occasional power in a mostly contact-based lineup.

• Soroka already has 70 Ks in 63 IP (10.0 K/9) and has recorded 5+ strikeouts in most outings.
• Cardinals chase often, setting him up for whiffs.
• Should reach the mark in a typical 5–6 inning Q.S. effort.

St. Louis Cardinals Player Prop Pick: James Wood

St. Louis remains a top-10 scoring team, backed by Contreras, Nootbaar, and Burleson. Mikolas, while durable (13 of 17 starts with 5+ innings), lacks swing-and-miss ability—opponents have slashed .278 against him this season.

• Wood has hit safely in three straight games and is slashing high in all key categories.
• Mikolas is vulnerable to hard contact—Wood’s tools fit the matchup perfectly.
• Boosted by batting order placement and St. Louis bullpen depth.