Diamondbacks Outlast Cardinals in 5-3 Victory at Chase Field

MLB · FINAL · Chase Field (NH)

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STL	0	0	0	0	0	2	0	0	1	3	8	0
ARI	0	1	3	1	0	0	0	0	-	5	8	0

Game Recap

St. Louis Cardinals lost to Arizona Diamondbacks 3-5 at Chase Field on a day where the Arizona offense generated enough production to overcome a late-inning push. Arizona starter Brandon Pfaadt set the tone early, pitching 5.1 innings and allowing only two earned runs while striking out three. Despite St. Louis Cardinals starter Dustin May struggling through 5.0 innings and allowing five earned runs on eight hits, the Cardinals' bullpen kept the game within reach by allowing no further runs across the final three frames.

The Diamondbacks' offensive effort was spearheaded by Nolan Arenado, who drove in two runs on two hits. Gabriel Moreno provided a spark at the top of the lineup, scoring twice and finishing 2-for-3 with a walk. Arizona capitalized on early opportunities against May, securing the lead they would hold for the remainder of the contest.

Key Performances

For the Cardinals, JJ Wetherholt led the offensive charge by going 2-for-5 with a run scored. Alec Burleson also contributed a 2-for-4 performance, while Jordan Walker and Masyn Winn each recorded an RBI to keep St. Louis competitive. Late in the game, Jimmy Crooks provided a highlight by hitting a home run in his only at-bat, driving in the Cardinals' final run of the evening.

Arizona saw productive outings from Ketel Marte, who went 2-for-3 with an RBI and a run scored, and James McCann, who added an RBI on one hit. The Diamondbacks' bullpen managed the pressure well, with Ryan Thompson, Brandyn Garcia, and Kevin Ginkel combining for limited damage. Although Paul Sewald allowed a home run in the final inning, he ultimately locked down the victory by striking out two to end the threat.

The defensive stability for St. Louis was bolstered by relief work from Gordon Graceffo, Justin Bruihl, and Matt Svanson. Graceffo was particularly efficient, striking out two over an inning of work while surrendering no baserunners. On the other side, Pfaadt was the catalyst for Arizona, efficiently utilizing 87 pitches to navigate deep into the game, effectively stifling any major rallies from the St. Louis lineup.

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