Cardinals' Late Rally Falls Short in Extra Innings Against Nationals

The St. Louis Cardinals and the Washington Nationals faced off in a game that extended into extra innings, concluding with a final score of 10-8 in favor of the Nationals. This result brings the Cardinals' season record to 53-50, while the Nationals improve to 48-56.

The game was a showcase of offensive power from both teams, with each team recording 11 hits. The Cardinals demonstrated resilience, battling back from early deficits to tie the game and force extra innings. Notably, Paul Goldschmidt continued his impressive season for the Cardinals by hitting a home run and driving in two runs, maintaining an average of .400 for the game. Masyn Winn also made significant contributions with an average of .400 and showcasing his power with a slugging percentage of 1.0.

On the pitching side, despite some struggles from their bullpen which posted an ERA of 7.2 over five innings pitched and allowed four earned runs during their time on the mound, there were standout performances including Andrew Kittredge who maintained an ERA of 0 across his appearance.

For the Nationals, their ability to capitalize on scoring opportunities during critical moments played a pivotal role in their victory. They managed to secure four runs in the tenth inning which ultimately decided the outcome of this closely contested matchup.

Looking ahead, fans can anticipate another exciting encounter as The St. Louis Cardinals are set to host The Washington Nationals at Busch Stadium on July 27th at 7:15 PM EDT. This upcoming game promises another opportunity for both teams to display their talents and will be broadcasted on BSMW for fans unable to attend in person at Busch Stadium located at 700 Clark Street, St Louis MO.