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Did Cardinals' Sixth-Inning Spark Ignite a Comeback Against Brewers at American Family Field?

The St. Louis Cardinals faced off against the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field, with the game concluding in an 8-2 victory for the Brew Crew. This result brought the Cardinals to a 72-76 record, while the Brewers improved to 90-58.


Sep 12, 2025; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; St. Louis Cardinals pitcher John King (47) delivers a pitch against the Milwaukee Brewers in the sixth inning at American Family Field. Mandatory Credit: Michael McLoone-Imagn Images

First Inning


The game began with both teams unable to score in the first inning. The Cards managed two hits but couldn't convert them into runs, while the Brew Crew was kept hitless by St. Louis's starting pitcher Andre Pallante.


Third Inning


The third inning proved pivotal as Milwaukee surged ahead with four runs on just one hit, capitalizing on an error by St. Louis and some timely walks issued by Pallante. This offensive burst gave Milwaukee a commanding lead early in the contest.


Sep 12, 2025; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; St. Louis Cardinals catcher Ivan Herrera (48) scores a run against the Milwaukee Brewers in the sixth inning at American Family Field. Mandatory Credit: Michael McLoone-Imagn Images

Sixth Inning


St. Louis found some rhythm in their batting lineup during the sixth inning when they scored their only two runs of the game. Jordan Walker and Lars Nootbaar contributed significantly with crucial hits that momentarily closed the gap between them and their opponents.


Seventh Inning


Milwaukee responded swiftly in their half of the seventh inning, adding two more runs to extend their lead further over St. Louis's Redbirds despite Chris Roycroft's efforts from relief pitching for STL.


Sep 12, 2025; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Brewers shortstop Joey Ortiz (3) runs from first to third base against the St. Louis Cardinals in the eighth inning at American Family Field. Mandatory Credit: Michael McLoone-Imagn Images

Eighth Inning


In what was another challenging moment for STL’s bullpen, Milwaukee added another run due to defensive errors from Cards' fielders which sealed any hopes of a comeback for visiting team fans watching eagerly from stands or home screens alike!


With this loss now behind them though still fresh within minds across fanbase circles everywhere - attention shifts towards next matchup scheduled tomorrow evening (September 13th) where these same teams meet again here at American Family Field; FOX network broadcasting live coverage starting promptly around 8:15 PM EDT sharp!


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