I've been a Carinals fan since the late 80's. I'd love for the Cards to win, but let's be realistic about everything. Yes, they have recently tasted defeat and since they are back in the series they will play beyond theirselves trying to get it. With that said, everything other than momentum and will to win are against them. Injuries, rest, recent performance, AL won All-star game. I mean EVERYTHING is against the Cards. They can do it, but it is just not likely. With that said, I don't think a sweep is in order. I thought the Mets were going to smoke the cards.
We also have to remember the long stretch of interleague play in the middle of the season and the cardinals first long losing streak. The AL dominated all national league teams. Rylinkus is correct. The AL is outclassing the NL right now.
With all that said, there is always a chance. Who wants to take wagers and what are the odds?