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Pirates Blank Cardinals 2-0 Behind Jared Jones' Nine-Strikeout Masterpiece
sports27 days ago

Pirates Blank Cardinals 2-0 Behind Jared Jones' Nine-Strikeout Masterpiece

The Pittsburgh Pirates defeated the St. Louis Cardinals 2-0 on Tuesday night, with right-hander Jared Jones pitching a near-perfect game. Jones allowed just one hit and struck out nine batters over seven scoreless innings, earning the win. The Pirates' offense was quiet until the sixth inning, when Oneil Cruz scored on a single by Ryan O'Hearn. The second run came in the seventh inning when a wild pitch by reliever Cade Winquest scored a runner. The Cardinals managed only one hit in the entire game, with their offense failing to generate any baserunners until the sixth inning. The victory improves Jones' record to 5-6 and highlights his recent strong performance, as he has recorded three scoreless outings of six or more innings in his last four starts.

Giants Rally to Beat Cardinals, Tying Franchise Record for Comeback Wins
sports1 month ago

Giants Rally to Beat Cardinals, Tying Franchise Record for Comeback Wins

The San Francisco Giants completed a three-game sweep of the St. Louis Cardinals with a 7-6 victory, overcoming a five-run deficit in the eighth inning. Bryce Eldridge sparked the rally with a two-run single, while Jonah Cox, Jung Hoo Lee, and Shay Whitcomb added key hits. The win marked the first time since 1947 that the Giants have multiple wins after trailing by five or more runs in the eighth. Manager Tony Vitello rested Rafael Devers, who had played 309 consecutive games, relying on a deep roster that tied a franchise record by using 66 players this season.

Hjerpe's Flawless Debut Signals Cardinals' Lefty Future
sports1 month ago

Hjerpe's Flawless Debut Signals Cardinals' Lefty Future

Cooper Hjerpe made a historic major league debut for the St. Louis Cardinals, pitching four scoreless innings with six strikeouts against the Colorado Rockies. The 25-year-old left-hander, who missed nearly two years due to elbow injuries, helped secure a 10-8 victory in a high-scoring game at Coors Field. Manager Oliver Marmol plans to use Hjerpe in a starter-like role to build stamina for the 2027 season, highlighting a new wave of left-handed pitching depth for the club.

Umpire Eddings apologizes to Rincon after cap tilt dispute
sports1 month ago

Umpire Eddings apologizes to Rincon after cap tilt dispute

Umpire Doug Eddings apologized to Cardinals rookie Hancel Rincon for interrupting his debut to demand a straightened hat brim. The incident led to manager Oliver Marmol's ejection and a team-wide show of support, with players wearing tilted caps in solidarity. Eddings claimed a batter raised the issue, but Rockies catcher Hunter Goodman denied making any such comment.

Cardinals and Rockies players tilt caps in protest after umpire's cap directive
sports1 month ago

Cardinals and Rockies players tilt caps in protest after umpire's cap directive

Players from both the St. Louis Cardinals and Colorado Rockies tilted their caps during Saturday's game in Denver as a show of solidarity following a dispute over a rookie's hat. The incident followed a previous day's controversy where umpire Doug Eddings ordered Cardinals reliever Hancel Rincon to straighten his cap, leading to manager Oliver Marmol's ejection. While the teams displayed unity, the Cardinals ultimately lost the game, though Ivan Herrera hit a home run to erase a deficit.

Umpire Eddings’ Cap Directive Sparks Ejection and MLB Scrutiny
sports1 month ago

Umpire Eddings’ Cap Directive Sparks Ejection and MLB Scrutiny

Home-plate umpire Doug Eddings was ejected from a Cardinals-Rockies game after telling rookie pitcher Hancel Rincon to straighten his tilted cap during his MLB debut. Manager Oliver Marmol defended Rincon, leading to the ejection. Eddings admitted it was not a rule, while Rockies catcher Hunter Goodman denied complaining about the cap. The incident drew widespread criticism from players and managers, with the MLB Players Association contacting the commissioner's office.

Umpire Eddings Ejects Cardinals Manager Marmol Over Rookie’s Crooked Cap
sports1 month ago

Umpire Eddings Ejects Cardinals Manager Marmol Over Rookie’s Crooked Cap

St. Louis Cardinals manager Oliver Marmol was ejected from a 7-6 win against the Colorado Rockies after arguing with home plate umpire Doug Eddings. The conflict arose when Eddings instructed rookie pitcher Hancel Rincon to straighten his cap during his major league debut. Marmol defended Rincon, calling the umpire’s action a 'power-hungry move,' while Eddings maintained it was a directive to address a potential distraction, not a rule violation.

Cardinals Manager Ejected After Umpire Tells Rookie to Fix Hat During Debut
sports1 month ago

Cardinals Manager Ejected After Umpire Tells Rookie to Fix Hat During Debut

St. Louis Cardinals manager Oli Marmol was ejected during a game against the Colorado Rockies after arguing with home-plate umpire Doug Eddings, who had stopped play to tell rookie pitcher Hancel Rincon to adjust his cap. Marmol criticized the umpire for overstepping his role during a debut appearance, while broadcasters questioned the appropriateness of the intervention.

Dodgers Edge Cardinals in Late-Season Showdown Behind Yamamoto's Dominance
sports1 month ago

Dodgers Edge Cardinals in Late-Season Showdown Behind Yamamoto's Dominance

The Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the St. Louis Cardinals in a regular-season matchup at Dodger Stadium on September 3, 2026. Despite the Dodgers' offense struggling in the previous game, they leveraged the strong pitching of Yoshinobu Yamamoto to secure a victory. The Cardinals, who were 70-70 on the season, faced a tough pitching matchup against the Dodgers' 82-57 record. The game highlighted the disparity in pitching quality, with Yamamoto's historical dominance against St. Louis proving decisive.

Dodgers lose to Cardinals in 10th after Yamamoto’s no-hitter attempt collapses
sports1 month ago

Dodgers lose to Cardinals in 10th after Yamamoto’s no-hitter attempt collapses

The St. Louis Cardinals defeated the Los Angeles Dodgers 8-6 in extra innings at Dodger Stadium on Wednesday, September 3, 2026. Yoshinobu Yamamoto flirted with a no-hitter but allowed four runs, including two home runs, in a no-decision. The Dodgers blew a 3-0 lead, and the Cardinals scored three runs in the 10th inning to secure the win. Freddie Freeman ended a long home run drought, but the Dodgers failed to capitalize on scoring opportunities.