St. Louis Cardinals News & Updates
The St. Louis Cardinals were 17-13, 3rd in the NL Central. Yesterday, the St. Louis Cardinals squeaked by the Pittsburgh Pirates 5-4 at PNC Park.
A little of everything, not a lot of anything. 3-4 over 7 games. That leaves a mark. But a mostly healthy roster helps the outlook.
Cardinals Game on April 30
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | PNC Park |
| First Pitch: | 12:35 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Hunter Dobbins (TBD) vs Paul Skenes (4-1, 2.48 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | SportsNet Pittsburgh, Cardinals.TV |
| Forecast: | 🌦️ Moderate drizzle, 50°F, Wind 5 mph |
Cardinals Score & Recap
Yesterday, the St. Louis Cardinals squeaked by the Pittsburgh Pirates 5-4 at PNC Park.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 6 | 2 |
 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 9 | 0 |
Highlights
- Alec Burleson went 1-4 with 1 HR and 2 RBI.
Cardinals Record & Standings
NL Central
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Reds
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19 | 11 | .633 | L1 | |
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Cubs
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19 | 12 | .613 | 0.5 | W2 |
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Cardinals
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17 | 13 | .567 | 2.0 | W3 |
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Brewers
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15 | 14 | .517 | 3.5 | L1 |
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Pirates
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16 | 15 | .516 | 3.5 | L4 |
St. Louis Cardinals are 3-4 in their last 7 games, with a 0 run differential.
Cardinals Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | .279 | .884 | 20 | |
| 4 | .263 | .785 | 22 | |
| 6 | .248 | .821 | 15 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1-2 | 2.97 | 0.90 | 33.1 | |
| 3-2 | 3.73 | 1.31 | 31.1 | |
| 0-1 | 4.75 | 1.55 | 30.1 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 5 hits, 1 HR, 5 RBI, .417 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 | |
| 6.0 IP, 6 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start |
Cardinals News
The St. Louis Cardinals proved resilient once again, overcoming late-game drama to defeat the Pittsburgh Pirates 5-4, thanks to Nathan Church's game-saving catch and strong pitching from Andre Pallante. With a warm vibe around the team, they’re showcasing youthful energy that’s led to exciting plays, as seen in JJ Wetherholt’s key doubles and José Fermín’s moment in the spotlight. Meanwhile, the legendary Yadier Molina is already making an impact in his new coaching role, potentially shaping the future of the squad. As Jordan Walker begins to draw more attention from opposing pitchers, the real challenge for the emerging star lies ahead. At 16-13, the Cardinals are finding their footing, but consistency remains key as they gear up for another matchup against the Pirates.
Cardinals Upcoming Schedule
The St. Louis Cardinals host the Los Angeles Dodgers for a 3-game series starting Friday.
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