What is the St. Louis Cardinals record in 2026?

The St. Louis Cardinals are 12-8, 2nd in the NL Central.

Who is pitching for the Cardinals today?

Matthew Liberatore (0-1, 4.29 ERA) vs Mike Burrows (1-3, 6.55 ERA). First pitch at 02:10 PM EDT.

What channel is the Cardinals game on today?

Today's game airs on Space City Home Network, Cardinals.TV. First pitch at 02:10 PM EDT.

St. Louis Cardinals News & Updates

April 19, 2026

The St. Louis Cardinals were 12-8, 2nd in the NL Central. Yesterday, the St. Louis Cardinals bested the Houston Astros 7-5 at Daikin Park.

Cardinals Daily Vibe Check

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getting outscored

It's a wash right now. A -8 run differential. Even the close losses add up. On top of that, pitching at 6.0 RA/G. That's a problem.

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Cardinals Game on April 19

Opponent:	Houston Astros (8-14)
Location:	Daikin Park
First Pitch:	02:10 PM EDT
Pitching Matchup:	Matthew Liberatore (0-1, 4.29 ERA) vs Mike Burrows (1-3, 6.55 ERA)
TV Broadcast:	Space City Home Network, Cardinals.TV
Forecast:	☁️ Overcast, 53°F, Wind 6 mph

Cardinals Score & Recap

Yesterday, the St. Louis Cardinals bested the Houston Astros 7-5 at Daikin Park.

	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	R	H	E
	2	0	2	0	0	1	1	1	0	7	9	0
	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	1	3	5	4	2

Highlights

Nolan Gorman went 2-5 with 2 RBI.
José Fermín went 1-3 with 1 HR and 1 RBI.
Alec Burleson went 2-5 with 1 HR and 1 RBI.
Masyn Winn went 1-5 with 1 HR and 2 RBI.

Cardinals Record & Standings

NL Central

Team	W	L	PCT	GB	STRK
Reds	13	8	.619		W2
Cardinals	12	8	.600	0.5	W4
Brewers	12	8	.600	0.5	W4
Pirates	12	9	.571	1.0	L1
Cubs	11	9	.550	1.5	W4

St. Louis Cardinals are 4-3 in their last 7 games, with a -8 run differential.

Cardinals Player Stats & Leaders

Batting Leaders

Player	HR	AVG	OPS	RBI
18 Jordan Walker	8	.312	1.038	16
41 Alec Burleson	3	.299	.870	15
26 JJ Wetherholt	3	.236	.755	9

Hot Hitters

Player	Streak
41 Alec Burleson	6 hits, 1 HR, 3 RBI, .429 AVG in last 3 games
27 Nathan Church	5 hits, 1 RBI, .455 AVG in last 3 games
16 Nolan Gorman	4 hits, 1 HR, 5 RBI, .286 AVG in last 3 games

Hot Pitchers

Pitcher	Streak
61 Riley O'Brien	2.2 scoreless IP, 4 K in 3 recent games
44 Gordon Graceffo	5.2 scoreless IP, 4 K in 3 recent games

Cardinals News

The St. Louis Cardinals are finding their rhythm just in time, extending their winning streak to four games with a 7-5 victory over the Houston Astros, thanks in part to the powerful bats of Masyn Winn, José Fermín, and Alec Burleson, who all homered. Andre Pallante delivered a strong start, but the bullpen's inconsistency raises concerns as they try to maintain momentum. While it's refreshing to see players like Winn excel in his hometown, the team's pre-season strengths are becoming apparent weaknesses as the season progresses. With a record of 11-8, the Cardinals are still in the hunt, but they need to tighten their defense and find more consistency on the mound. The small victories are nice, but the looming question remains: can they sustain this success without being reliant on the long ball?

Sources

Redbirdrants

Cardinals' pre-season strength is now their in-season crux

Heading into the 2026 season, the St. Louis Cardinals faced much uncertainty with their roster construction during this unprecedented rebuild. The one reliable aspect to the team has now become its biggest weakness.

Redbirdrants

The St. Louis Cardinals have a hidden breakout star

Trying to mount a comeback against the 2026 Cardinals? Good luck. Thanks to Riley O'Brien, the ninth has been cozy in The Lou.

MLB.com

Welcome home, Winn: Cards' shortstop embraces Southern comfort in Houston

HOUSTON -- Masyn Winn continues to excel in his hometown. Winn, José Fermín and Alec Burleson all homered as the Cardinals extended their winning streak to four games with a 7-5 victory over the Astros on Saturday night at Daikin Park.

Viva El Birdos

Andre Pallante’s Strong Effort, Cardinals 3 Home Runs Beat Astros 7-5

There was a lot to like Saturday night as the St. Louis Cardinals beat the Houston Astros again thanks to a strong effort from Andre Pallante and three home runs. There were also some things not to like about the Cardinals bullpen, but more on that later. The Cardinals jumped out to an early lead […]

Viva El Birdos

Masyn Winn’s Offensive Issue is Similar to Cardinals Legend Ozzie Smith

It’s no secret that Masyn Winn is an elite defender. The Gold Glove trophy on his mantle is proof, but how much offense does he need to produce to become a part of the St. Louis Cardinals core? You need look no further than Hall of Famer Ozzie Smith as he and Masyn share a […]

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Cardinals Upcoming Schedule

The St. Louis Cardinals visit the Miami Marlins for a 3-game series starting Monday.

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