St. Louis Cardinals News & Updates
The St. Louis Cardinals were 16-13, 3rd in the NL Central. Yesterday, the St. Louis Cardinals handled the Pittsburgh Pirates 11-7 at PNC Park.
The foundation feels stable. The 4-run win last night carries weight here. The catch: 3-4 over their last 7. The record says it all.
Cardinals Game on April 29
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | PNC Park |
| First Pitch: | 06:40 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Andre Pallante (2-2, 4.26 ERA) vs Bubba Chandler (1-2, 4.88 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | SportsNet-PIT+, Cardinals.TV |
| Forecast: | 🌤️ Mostly sunny, 58°F, Wind 5 mph |
Cardinals Score & Recap
Yesterday, the St. Louis Cardinals handled the Pittsburgh Pirates 11-7 at PNC Park.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 11 | 12 | 0 |
 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 7 | 13 | 2 |
Highlights
- Nolan Gorman went 1-4 with 1 HR and 3 RBI.
- Jordan Walker went 2-4 with 3 RBI.
- Victor Scott II went 1-5 with 1 HR and 1 RBI.
- Alec Burleson went 2-4 with 3 RBI.
Cardinals Record & Standings
NL Central
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Reds
|
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19 | 10 | .655 | W1 | |
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Cubs
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18 | 12 | .600 | 1.5 | W1 |
|
Cardinals
|
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16 | 13 | .552 | 3.0 | W2 |
|
Brewers
|
|
15 | 13 | .536 | 3.5 | W2 |
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Pirates
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|
16 | 14 | .533 | 3.5 | L3 |
St. Louis Cardinals are 3-4 in their last 7 games, with a +1 run differential.
Cardinals Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | .283 | .905 | 19 | |
| 6 | .241 | .803 | 14 | |
| 3 | .264 | .762 | 20 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1-2 | 2.97 | 0.90 | 33.1 | |
| 2-2 | 4.26 | 1.42 | 25.1 | |
| 0-1 | 4.75 | 1.55 | 30.1 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 3 hits, 2 HR, 2 RBI, .25 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 5 hits, 2 HR, 3 RBI, .455 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 6.0 IP, 6 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start |
Cardinals News
The St. Louis Cardinals broke their recent slump with a much-needed 4-2 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates, highlighted by JJ Wetherholt's home run that electrified his hometown crowd. This win snapped a disappointing 2-5 stretch, and with a season record now at 15-13, the Cardinals are starting to find their footing in a competitive division. Kyle Leahy's impressive five-inning performance, where he struck out a season-high seven batters, showcased the potential of this pitching staff. It's clear that the momentum shift is pivotal, especially with Wetherholt stepping up in crucial moments, he’s quickly becoming a fan favorite. As the Cardinals gear up for a rematch with the Pirates, they must build on this energy to stay relevant in the season. With Chaim Bloom at the helm, the organization appears to be on a promising trajectory, much to the chagrin of the Boston Red Sox.
Cardinals Upcoming Schedule
The St. Louis Cardinals host the Los Angeles Dodgers for a 3-game series starting Friday.
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