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Can the Cardinals Soar Past the Mets at Citi Field?

As the St. Louis Cardinals prepare to face off against the New York Mets at Citi Field, fans are buzzing with anticipation for what promises to be a riveting encounter. The Cardinals, coming off a series of performances that have showcased their resilience and skill, are poised to take on their rivals in an upcoming game that could add another win to their record.


Mar 19, 2024; Port St. Lucie, Florida, USA; New York Mets second baseman Jeff McNeil (1) hits a foul ball against the St. Louis Cardinals during the second inning at Clover Park. Mandatory Credit: Rich Storry-USA TODAY Sports

The recent statistics paint an optimistic picture for STL fans. In their last game against the San Diego Padres on April 2nd, 2024, the Cardinals demonstrated a robust offense with 14 hits leading to 6 runs and maintained a flawless defense with no errors. Their batting average stood at .341 and an on-base percentage (OBP) of .400 – numbers that reflect both consistency and efficiency at the plate.


Moreover, STL's pitching staff has been nothing short of impressive. With an earned run average (ERA) of just 2.00 from that game and a whip-low figure of 0.7778, it's clear that they've been successful in keeping runners off base and minimizing scoring opportunities for opponents.


Mar 19, 2024; Port St. Lucie, Florida, USA; St. Louis Cardinals center fielder Ivan Herrera (48) runs second base after hitting a triple against the New York Mets during the second inning at Clover Park. Mandatory Credit: Rich Storry-USA TODAY Sports

On the other side, while NYM is sure to put up a strong fight on their home turf, they'll need more than just home-field advantage to overcome STL's momentum. The Mets will have to contend with STL's bullpen which has shown it can close out games effectively – as evidenced by not allowing any runs during their last outing.


However, it would be unwise to overlook NYM’s potential threat given baseball’s unpredictable nature where anything can happen once players hit the diamond.


Mar 1, 2024; Jupiter, Florida, USA; St. Louis Cardinals right fielder Jordan Walker (18) circles the bases after hitting a triple against the New York Mets during the fourth inning at Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-USA TODAY Sports

STL’s recent victory over Los Angeles Dodgers on March 31st highlighted both strengths and areas needing improvement; despite committing no errors defensively and securing four runs from eight hits against LAD’s formidable lineup – there were moments when more clutch hitting could have turned tight situations into comfortable leads.


Looking ahead towards this matchup between two competitive teams eager for victory - all signs point towards another compelling chapter in this storied rivalry where every pitch counts towards either triumph or defeat under Friday night lights.


Cardinals fans should mark their calendars for April 26th when these two teams clash at Citi Field starting at 7:10 PM Eastern Time (ET). This contest promises excitement from start-to-finish so make sure you tune in via your local sports network or streaming service provider not miss any action!

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