Overview
- The Cardinals surrendered a 7-0 lead and lost 8-7 in 10 innings after Arizona rallied, with Max Kepler delivering the go-ahead hit and Nolan Arenado helping fuel the comeback.
- Manager Oliver Marmol said the team "doesn't deserve to win" the game and urged players to learn from the collapse and move on quickly.
- St. Louis opened a three-game series at the Los Angeles Angels, who hold the worst record in baseball, and have Kyle Leahy starting against Jose Soriano.
- Leahy has been effective against the Angels in relief and allowed one hit over 5 1/3 career innings, while Soriano has slipped to 0-2 in his last five starts after strong earlier form.
- The loss tightened a multi-team race for the final wild-card spot and puts immediate pressure on the Cardinals' rotation and bullpen, with short-term pitching performances likely to shape playoff odds and roster choices.