St. Louis Cardinals News & Updates
The St. Louis Cardinals were 4-4, 4th in the NL Central. Yesterday, the St. Louis Cardinals were beaten by the Detroit Tigers 6-11 at Comerica Park.
Just 8 games into the season. Cooling off for real reasons. Down by 5 last night. That result hits the score hard. Making it worse, a -8 run differential. Even the close losses add up.
Cardinals Game on April 05
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Comerica Park |
| First Pitch: | 07:20 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Kyle Leahy (0-1, 7.20 ERA) vs Keider Montero (TBD) |
| TV Broadcast: | NBCSN / Peacock, NBCSN / Peacock |
| Forecast: | ☁️ Overcast, 47°F, Wind 11 mph |
Cardinals Score & Recap
Yesterday, the St. Louis Cardinals were beaten by the Detroit Tigers 6-11 at Comerica Park.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 6 | 1 |
 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 11 | 12 | 0 |
Highlights
- Jordan Walker went 3-4 with 1 HR and 5 RBI.
Cardinals Record & Standings
NL Central
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Brewers
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6 | 2 | .750 | L1 | |
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Pirates
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5 | 3 | .625 | 1.0 | W4 |
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Reds
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5 | 3 | .625 | 1.0 | W2 |
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Cardinals
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4 | 4 | .500 | 2.0 | L2 |
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Cubs
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3 | 4 | .429 | 2.5 | L1 |
St. Louis Cardinals are 4-4 in their last 7 games, with a -8 run differential.
Cardinals Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | .296 | .960 | 8 | |
| 1 | .276 | .837 | 6 | |
| 1 | .276 | .750 | 4 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 3 hits, 1 HR, 5 RBI, .3 AVG in last 3 games |
Cardinals News
Dustin May's struggles continued in a tough 11-6 loss to the Detroit Tigers, revealing cracks in the Cardinals' pitching that fans can't ignore. After getting hit by a 104.4 mph line drive in the first inning, May's performance was far from reassuring, raising more concerns about his health and effectiveness on the mound. On the brighter side, Jordan Walker showcased his power with a grand slam, reminding us of the potential that has MLB analysts taking notice of this new-look Cardinals roster. Despite the losses, the national media is softening its stance on St. Louis, acknowledging a team that might not be the train wreck they initially forecasted for 2026. As the Cardinals grapple with early-season inconsistencies, the upcoming games will be crucial for building momentum and solidifying this evolving narrative.
Cardinals Upcoming Schedule
The St. Louis Cardinals visit the Washington Nationals for a 3-game series starting Monday.
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