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Can Cardinals Keep Momentum Against Braves at Busch Stadium?

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Sep 6, 2023; Cumberland, Georgia, USA; St. Louis Cardinals second baseman Nolan Gorman (16) hits a three run home run against the Atlanta Braves during the eighth inning at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports

As the Cardinals gear up to face the Braves at Busch Stadium, fans are buzzing with anticipation for what promises to be an electrifying match-up. The Cardinals, riding high on a wave of recent successes, look to continue their winning streak in front of their home crowd.


Analyzing the past several games reveals a team that has found its rhythm both offensively and defensively. With a notable victory against the Giants where they showcased their hitting prowess by securing 11 hits and clinching 5 runs, the Cardinals demonstrated they could capitalize on scoring opportunities. This performance was underpinned by a solid .324 batting average and an impressive .802 OPS (On-base Plus Slugging), indicating efficient plate appearances and productive hits.


Sep 6, 2023; Cumberland, Georgia, USA; St. Louis Cardinals first baseman Paul Goldschmidt (46) runs after hitting a two run home run against the Atlanta Braves during the first inning at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports

The pitching staff has also been formidable, boasting an ERA (Earned Run Average) of 3.0 across all pitchers and an even more impressive 1.286 ERA from starters alone in one of the games analyzed. This level of pitching performance suggests that the Cardinals have been effective in limiting opponents' scoring opportunities.


Fielding statistics further highlight the team's defensive strength, maintaining a perfect fielding percentage with no errors in recent outings. Such defensive reliability will be crucial against a Braves lineup known for its ability to put balls into play.


Sep 6, 2023; Cumberland, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Spencer Strider (99) pitches against the St. Louis Cardinals during the first inning at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports

However, it's not just about defense; base running has been aggressive and successful for the Cardinals, evident from their perfect stolen base percentage recently. This aggressiveness on the bases can create additional scoring opportunities and pressure opposing defenses.


As we look ahead to this clash at Busch Stadium, fans can expect a Cardinal team eager to leverage its current momentum against a formidable Braves squad. With solid hitting, disciplined pitching, and tight defense being key trends for St. Louis lately, this upcoming game is poised to add another exciting chapter to their season narrative.


The game is scheduled for June 25th at 18:45 local time at Busch Stadium in St. Louis, MO., USA., Fans can catch all the action live on BSMW network.

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