Did Cardinals' Fifth Inning Spark Against Braves at Busch Stadium Change the Game?

First Inning

The St. Louis Cardinals faced off against the Atlanta Braves in a closely contested game at Busch Stadium. The Cards, with a record of 51-46, managed to edge out the Braves, who stand at 42-53, with a final score of 5-4. The game was attended by 26,959 fans and lasted for 2 hours and 38 minutes.

Both teams started cautiously in the first inning, with neither side managing to score any runs. The Cardinals had one hit but couldn't capitalize on it to take an early lead.

Second Inning

In the second inning, the Redbirds broke through as they scored their first run of the game. This was achieved through strategic hitting that saw them accumulate one hit without committing any errors.

Third and Fourth Innings

The third and fourth innings were quiet for both teams as neither managed to add to their tally. The Cards struggled offensively during these innings with no hits recorded.

Fifth Inning

The fifth inning proved pivotal for St. Louis as they added two more runs from two hits while maintaining error-free play. This surge gave them a significant advantage over Atlanta.

Sixth Inning

Continuing their momentum into the sixth inning, St. Louis scored another two runs from three hits which further extended their lead over Atlanta's Bravos who remained scoreless during this period.

Seventh and Eighth Innings

Despite having one hit in each of these innings, both teams failed to convert opportunities into scores due largely due defensive plays by opposing sides keeping things tight heading towards final stages match-up between these rivals

Ninth Inning

As tension mounted going into ninth frame - top half saw no additional scoring done either side leaving outcome hanging balance until last moments when ultimately decided favor home team securing victory amidst cheers local supporters present stadium

Throughout contest notable performances included solid pitching efforts particularly bullpen whose collective ERA stood impressive three point zero alongside thirteen strikeouts recorded across nine frames played out fielding wise however there were some lapses leading couple errors committed overall though resilient display ensured triumph achieved end day

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