St. Louis Cardinals News & Updates
The St. Louis Cardinals were 61-60, 3rd in the NL Central. The St. Louis Cardinals did not play yesterday.
Ticking along. 5 of the last 7 in the win column. Add in outscoring opponents by 11 this week.
Cardinals Game on August 14
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Wrigley Field |
| First Pitch: | 02:20 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Matthew Liberatore (5-9, 5.15 ERA) vs Clay Holmes (4-5, 2.86 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | Apple TV, Apple TV |
Cardinals Score & Recap
The St. Louis Cardinals did not play yesterday.
Cardinals Record & Standings
NL Central
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Brewers
|
|
75 | 47 | .615 | W1 | |
|
Cubs
|
|
71 | 51 | .582 | 4.0 | L1 |
|
Cardinals
|
|
61 | 60 | .504 | 13.5 | W2 |
|
Reds
|
|
58 | 62 | .483 | 16.0 | W1 |
|
Pirates
|
|
59 | 64 | .480 | 16.5 | W1 |
St. Louis Cardinals are 5-2 in their last 7 games, with a +11 run differential.
Cardinals Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23 | .284 | .832 | 84 | |
| 19 | .287 | .836 | 84 | |
| 13 | .249 | .750 | 51 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-4 | 3.14 | 1.13 | 48.2 | |
| 6-3 | 3.59 | 1.22 | 52.2 | |
| 9-4 | 3.38 | 1.34 | 117.1 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 5 hits, 6 RBI, .5 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 6.0 IP, 7 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 3 SV, 3.0 IP, 0 ER in 3 recent games |
Cardinals News
The St. Louis Cardinals are surging, riding a strong wave of momentum after a decisive 7-1 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies, which is part of a satisfying 5-2 stretch that has them just 2.5 games out of the Wild Card race. With 41 games remaining, the pressure mounts, especially as they prepare for a critical series against the Cubs this weekend. On a nostalgic note, the organization is gearing up to honor the 2006 World Series champions, with legends like Albert Pujols and Yadier Molina making appearances at Busch Stadium. Meanwhile, the prospect scene is heating up, sparking discussions about potential extensions for players like Alec Burleson, who is proving his worth with a .287 average. The Cardinals are at a crossroads, showcasing resilience and hope for a playoff run despite an uneven season.
Cardinals Upcoming Schedule
The St. Louis Cardinals visit the Philadelphia Phillies for a 3-game series starting Friday.
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