Cardinals Soar as Missouri Awaits Sports Betting Launch
St. Louis, MO – The St. Louis Cardinals are on a remarkable roll, claiming victory in 10 of their last 11 games, including an impressive nine-game win streak. This surge has placed them just one game out of first in the NL Central and in contention for the final NL Wild Card spot, elevating excitement among fans and potential bettors.
However, Missouri sports fans looking to place bets on this electrifying run are currently out of luck. Although sports betting was legalized by voters in 2024, the official launch of betting apps in the Show-Me State is still pending, leaving locals unable to wager on their beloved Cardinals.
The Missouri Gaming Commission is spearheading the regulatory process to establish rules and a launch date, anticipated to occur in mid-to-late fall. While there is hope that these betting platforms will be operational in time for the postseason and World Series, the timeline remains uncertain. October, when the MLB postseason usually unfolds, may represent the earliest possible launch for betting in Missouri, contingent on an important regulatory hearing scheduled for late August.
Despite the lack of betting options currently, odds for the Cardinals are promising. DraftKings lists them at +220 to make the postseason and +400 to clinch the NL Central. A $100 wager on those odds could yield a return of $320 or $500, respectively. Meanwhile, the Kansas City Royals boast even more favorable playoff odds at +100, currently securing one of the three AL Wild Card slots.
As excitement builds for a potential playoff run, both the Cardinals and Royals anticipate that fans in Missouri will soon have the opportunity to engage in sports betting, transforming the way they experience the game.
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