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Can Diamondbacks Turn the Tide Against Cardinals at Busch Stadium?

As the Arizona Diamondbacks prepare to face the St. Louis Cardinals at Busch Stadium, fans are eager to see if their team can reverse recent trends and secure a victory. The upcoming game, scheduled for April 24th at 5:15 PM UTC, will be a test of resilience for the Diamondbacks who have shown mixed results in their past performances.


Jul 26, 2023; Phoenix, Arizona, USA;  Arizona Diamondbacks second baseman Ketel Marte (4) scores in the third inning against the St. Louis Cardinals at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Kartozian-USA TODAY Sports

Analyzing the last three games provides insight into what fans might expect from the Diamondbacks. In their most recent match against the New York Yankees, Arizona struggled offensively with a batting average of just .133 and an on-base percentage (OBP) of .243. They also committed two errors while only managing to score twice throughout nine innings.


In contrast, during their encounter with Colorado Rockies at Chase Field, they improved significantly with a perfect fielding percentage and capitalized on Rockies' mistakes to score five runs despite having only five hits. Their bullpen held strong with an ERA of 0.00 over four innings pitched.


Jul 26, 2023; Phoenix, Arizona, USA;  St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Andrew Suarez (31) throws in the ninth inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Kartozian-USA TODAY Sports

However, consistency remains an issue as seen in another game against the Rockies where they suffered defensively with one error and allowed nine runs. While their hitting improved slightly with eight hits including two home runs contributing to four runs scored, it wasn't enough to overcome Colorado's offensive surge.


The key takeaway is that while there are sparks of potential within Arizona's lineup and bullpen, they need more consistency across all aspects of play – hitting, pitching, and defense – if they hope to triumph over St. Louis Cardinals in their own backyard.


Jul 26, 2023; Phoenix, Arizona, USA;  St. Louis Cardinals second baseman Brendan Donovan (33) singles in the third inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Kartozian-USA TODAY Sports

Diamondback fans can catch this crucial matchup live on ARID network or attend in person at Busch Stadium in St. Louis for what promises to be an exciting game filled with strategic plays and opportunities for redemption.


Remember: April 24th is your date; don't miss out as we witness whether Diamondbacks can rise up against Cardinals' challenge!

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