In a dramatic game at Oracle Park last night, the St. Louis Cardinals won 6-5 over the San Francisco Giants, keeping their slim hopes of winning the National League Wild Card alive.
The game was tense from the start. The Giants took a 4-2 lead after four innings, thanks to home runs from Heliot Ramos and Rafael Devers. However, the turning point came in the fifth inning when Iván Herrera, starting at catcher, hit a two-run home run to tie the score at 4-4. Then, an error by second baseman Casey Schmitt and a groundout by Jordan Walker gave the Cardinals a 6-4 lead.
Although the Giants cut the lead to 6-5 thanks to a home run from Rafael Devers, it wasn’t enough to turn the game around. Michael McGreevy’s arm kept the Cardinals in the game, while JoJo Romero finished with his eighth save of the season.
Alec Burleson continued his impressive form with three hits, bringing his total to 37 for the season. José Fermín also contributed two doubles, which allowed the team to score runs. Both earned praise from manager Oliver Marmol, who sees them as key pieces for the team’s future.
With the win, both the Cardinals and Giants are now 77-80, keeping them in the hunt for the Reds and Mets, who are currently 3.5 games ahead. With five games left, both teams still have a chance, but each game is crucial.
This was an important win for the Cardinals, not just in terms of points, but also in terms of morale. With the brilliance of young stars and reasonable tactics, this team has proven that they are still competitive this season. The next match tonight will be an opportunity for them to continue this hopeful journey.
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