St. Louis Cardinals News & Updates
The St. Louis Cardinals were 76-80, 4th in the NL Central. The St. Louis Cardinals did not play yesterday.
Cooling off for real reasons. Getting outscored by 14 is dragging the score south. And scoring just 3.4 per game. The lineup has gone quiet.
Cardinals Game on September 22
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | PNC Park |
| First Pitch: | 06:40 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Andre Pallante (12-7, 3.70 ERA) vs Jared Jones (4-6, 4.17 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | SportsNet Pittsburgh, Cardinals.TV Presented by bet365 |
| Forecast: | ☁️ Overcast, 65°F, Wind 8 mph |
Cardinals Score & Recap
The St. Louis Cardinals did not play yesterday.
Cardinals Record & Standings
NL Central
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Brewers
|
|
98 | 58 | .628 | W3 | |
|
Cubs
|
|
87 | 69 | .558 | 11.0 | W2 |
|
Pirates
|
|
79 | 77 | .506 | 19.0 | W4 |
|
Cardinals
|
|
76 | 80 | .487 | 22.0 | W1 |
|
Reds
|
|
72 | 84 | .462 | 26.0 | L2 |
St. Louis Cardinals are 3-4 in their last 7 games, with a -14 run differential.
Cardinals Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23 | .282 | .813 | 111 | |
| 28 | .274 | .806 | 100 | |
| 18 | .247 | .746 | 68 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8-2 | 2.76 | 1.09 | 78.1 | |
| 10-5 | 3.65 | 1.34 | 138.0 | |
| 5-3 | 4.46 | 1.28 | 34.1 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 6 hits, 2 HR, 3 RBI, .462 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 5 hits, 2 RBI, .556 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 6.2 IP, 8 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 6.0 IP, 6 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start |
Cardinals News
With the Cardinals’ playoff hopes dashed, it’s clear the focus is shifting to the future. The recent performance of rookie Joshua Baez, who has shown flashes of brilliance, hints at a promising next generation for the team. As the front office ponders upgrades for 2027, history teaches that external acquisitions can be the key to contention, much like in 2006. However, the current roster needs significant work, with a subpar record of 76-80 and a recent run differential of -14 showing just how far they have to go. Fans should keep an eye on standout prospects like Tai Peete, whose breakout potential could provide a glimpse of hope amidst the rebuilding efforts. In the meantime, the chatter around the offseason is heating up, as discussions about necessary upgrades are becoming increasingly urgent.
Cardinals Upcoming Schedule
The St. Louis Cardinals visit the Milwaukee Brewers for a 3-game series starting Friday.
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