Cardinals' Pitching or Reds' Hitting: Who Will Prevail in Cincinnati?

The upcoming game between the St. Louis Cardinals and the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park promises to be a fascinating matchup, especially given the recent performances of both teams. The Cardinals have shown a mixed bag of results in their last few games, which could make this encounter particularly intriguing.

In their most recent game on May 22 against the Baltimore Orioles, the Cardinals managed to secure a 3-1 victory. Their pitching was stellar, allowing only three hits and one run over nine innings. The bullpen was particularly effective, with an impressive WHIP of 0.67 and an ERA of 0.00 for that game. This strong performance from the bullpen could be crucial as they face off against a Reds lineup that has been inconsistent but capable of explosive innings.

However, it's not all smooth sailing for STL's offense. In another recent game on May 21 against BAL, they struggled significantly at bat with only two hits and zero runs scored over four innings before rain interrupted play. Their batting average was a dismal .154 with an OPS of just .498 during that stretch. This inconsistency at bat is something they will need to address if they hope to outscore CIN.

On the other hand, CIN has had its own set of challenges but also some bright spots worth noting. In their last outing against BAL on May 20th, despite losing 6-3, their hitting showed potential with eight hits including one home run by Nolan Arenado who continues to be a key player for them offensively.

The key question heading into this matchup is whether STL's pitching can continue its dominance or if CIN's hitters can find ways to break through? Given how both teams have performed recently; it seems like this game could hinge on which side manages better consistency in these critical areas.

For fans looking forward to seeing how things unfold live – mark your calendars! The game is scheduled for May 28th at Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati starting at approximately 10:40 PM ET (7:40 PM PT). You can catch all action broadcasted live via BSOH network coverage ensuring you don't miss any moment from what promises another thrilling chapter between these two rivals!