Cardinals Stumble Against Mets, Aiming for Redemption at CACTI Park

In a game that saw the St. Louis Cardinals fall to the New York Mets with a final score of 0-2, both teams showcased their early-season form in front of 5,807 spectators at Roger Dean Stadium. The Cardinals' record now stands at 8-11, while the Mets improved to 8-9.

Cardinals' Struggle at the Plate

The Cardinals faced challenges throughout the game, managing only two hits and committing two errors. Their hitting statistics reflected a tough day with an overall batting average of .069 and an on-base percentage (OBP) of .129. Despite these struggles, Pedro Pagés and Victor Scott each secured a hit for their team, with Pagés hitting .333 and Scott matching this average. However, their efforts were not enough to ignite a rally against the Mets' pitching staff.

Mets Capitalize on Opportunities

On the other side, the New York Mets capitalized on their opportunities by scoring two runs off six hits without committing any errors. Their pitchers held strong against the Cardinals' lineup, maintaining an earned run average (ERA) of 2.0 across nine innings while striking out nine batters and keeping walks to a minimum.

Looking Ahead

The St. Louis Cardinals will look to bounce back in their next game against the Houston Astros at CACTI Park of the Palm Beaches in West Palm Beach on March 13th at 1:05 PM EDT. Fans can catch all the action live on FDSMW as both teams aim to make strides early in this preseason.

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