The most recent match between the St. Louis Cardinals and Los Angeles Dodgers was on August 16, 2024. The Dodgers won 7-6. Key highlights included Gavin Lux’s solo home run, Kevin Kiermaier’s RBI single, and his first home run as a Dodger. For the Cardinals, Paul Goldschmidt tied Johnny Mize for 88th place on the all-time MLB home run list with his two-run homer. The game was close throughout, with the Dodgers pulling ahead in the 6th inning.
Full Play By Play
| Inning | Dodgers | Cardinals |
|---|---|---|
| Top 1st | 0 Runs, 1 Hit, 0 Errors | 0 Runs, 0 Hits, 0 Errors |
| Bottom 1st | 0 Runs, 0 Hits, 0 Errors | 0 Runs, 0 Hits, 0 Errors |
| Top 2nd | 2 Runs, 3 Hits, 1 Error | 0 Runs, 1 Hit, 0 Errors |
| Bottom 2nd | 0 Runs, 0 Hits, 0 Errors | 2 Runs, 1 Hit, 0 Errors |
| Top 3rd | 0 Runs, 0 Hits, 0 Errors | 1 Run, 1 Hit, 0 Errors |
| Bottom 3rd | 0 Runs, 0 Hits, 0 Errors | 1 Run, 1 Hit, 0 Errors |
| Top 4th | 0 Runs, 0 Hits, 0 Errors | 0 Runs, 1 Hit, 0 Errors |
| Bottom 4th | 0 Runs, 0 Hits, 0 Errors | 0 Runs, 1 Hit, 0 Errors |
| Top 5th | 0 Runs, 0 Hits, 0 Errors | 1 Run, 1 Hit, 0 Errors |
| Bottom 5th | 0 Runs, 0 Hits, 0 Errors | 1 Run, 1 Hit, 0 Errors |
| Top 6th | 5 Runs, 6 Hits, 0 Errors | 2 Runs, 2 Hits, 0 Errors |
| Bottom 6th | 0 Runs, 0 Hits, 0 Errors | 1 Run, 1 Hit, 0 Errors |
| Top 7th | 0 Runs, 1 Hit, 0 Errors | 0 Runs, 0 Hits, 0 Errors |
| Bottom 7th | 0 Runs, 0 Hits, 0 Errors | 0 Runs, 0 Hits, 0 Errors |
| Top 8th | 0 Runs, 0 Hits, 0 Errors | 0 Runs, 0 Hits, 0 Errors |
| Bottom 8th | 0 Runs, 0 Hits, 0 Errors | 0 Runs, 0 Hits, 0 Errors |
| Top 9th | 0 Runs, 1 Hit, 0 Errors | 0 Runs, 0 Hits, 0 Errors |
| Bottom 9th | 0 Runs, 0 Hits, 0 Errors | 0 Runs, 0 Hits, 0 Errors |
The match between the St. Louis Cardinals and the Los Angeles Dodgers was a high-stakes encounter that showcased both teams’ strengths and weaknesses. The game highlighted significant performances from individual players, particularly in hitting and pitching, which influenced the overall outcome. Max Muncy drilled a two-run homer to right field with one out in the eighth inning, and the Los Angeles Dodgers rallied from a four-run deficit to beat the St. Louis Cardinals 5-4 on April 1, 2024
Cardinals Hitting Performance
The St. Louis Cardinals had a mixed performance at the plate, with notable contributions from several key hitters. B. Donovan, playing as a left fielder (LF), had 4 at-bats but struggled, registering only a .125 batting average with one hit and two strikeouts. In contrast, P. Goldschmidt, the first baseman (1B), showed a strong performance with a .286 average, recording one hit and two RBIs in 4 at-bats.
N. Gorman, the second baseman (2B), had a modest performance with a .235 average, collecting one hit in five at-bats. N. Arenado, playing third base (3B), also struggled, hitting .125 with one hit and no RBIs in five at-bats. W. Contreras, the catcher (C), managed only a .100 average, showing some issues at the plate.
On the other hand, A. Burleson, the designated hitter (DH), demonstrated a better performance with a .214 average and one hit. J. Walker, the right fielder (RF), had a decent game with a .100 average, one hit, and an RBI. M. Siani, also a right fielder (RF), did not register any hits, finishing with a .000 average.
V. Scott II, the center fielder (CF), had a .143 average but contributed two hits in three at-bats. M. Winn, the shortstop (SS), ended the game with a .333 average, demonstrating a strong performance with one hit and an RBI in three at-bats. Collectively, the team achieved a total of 34 at-bats, 4 runs, 8 hits, 4 RBIs, and 13 strikeouts.
Cardinals Pitching Performance
The pitching staff for the Cardinals displayed a range of performances. S. Matz pitched 5.1 innings, allowing 5 hits and 2 runs, resulting in a 3.38 ERA. A. Kittredge had a standout performance in his 0.2 innings, not allowing any hits or runs and achieving a perfect 0.00 ERA.
A. Pallante also pitched 1.1 innings, allowing 1 hit and 2 earned runs, resulting in a high ERA of 9.00. J. King, in his 0.2 innings, allowed 1 hit and 1 run, leading to a 13.50 ERA. The team’s overall pitching performance covered 8.0 innings, allowing 8 hits and 5 runs, with a collective ERA yet to be finalized.
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St. Louis Cardinals vs Dodgers Match Player Stats
Cardinals Hitting:
| HITTERS | POS | AB | R | H | RBI | HR | BB | K | AVG | OBP | SLG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B. Donovan | LF | 4 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | .125 | .222 | .188 |
| P. Goldschmidt | 1B | 4 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | .286 | .412 | .500 |
| N. Gorman | 2B | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | .235 | .278 | .294 |
| N. Arenado | 3B | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .125 | .167 | .125 |
| W. Contreras | C | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | .100 | .250 | .100 |
| A. Burleson | DH | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | .214 | .214 | .286 |
| J. Walker | RF | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | .100 | .182 | .100 |
| M. Siani | RF | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | .000 | .000 |
| V. Scott II | CF | 3 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | .143 | .200 | .214 |
| M. Winn | SS | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | .333 | .333 | .333 |
| TEAM | 34 | 4 | 8 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 13 |
- BATTING
- 2BScott II (1, Stone)
- RBIGoldschmidt 2 (4), Donovan 2 (4)
- 2Out RBIGoldschmidt, Donovan
- SHWinn
- Team LOB9
- Team RISP2-8 (Arenado 0-2, Donovan 1-2, Goldschmidt 1-1, Winn 0-1, Gorman 0-2)
- FIELDING
- DP2 (Winn-Gorman-Goldschmidt 2)
Cardinals Pitching:
| PITCHERS | IP | H | R | ER | BB | K | HR | PC-ST | ERA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S. Matz | 5.1 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 81-51 | 3.38 |
| A. Kittredge (H, 2) | 0.2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 18-11 | 0.00 |
| A. Pallante (H, 1) | 1.1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 24-15 | 9.00 |
| J. King (L, 0-1, B, 1) | 0.2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 14-8 | 13.50 |
| TEAM | 8.0 | 8 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 6 | 2 | 137-85 |
Dodgers Hitting
| HITTERS | POS | AB | R | H | RBI | HR | BB | K | AVG | OBP | SLG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M. Betts | SS-2B | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .500 | .621 | 1.136 |
| S. Ohtani | DH | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | .269 | .310 | .346 |
| F. Freeman | 1B | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .286 | .464 | .429 |
| T. Hernández | RF | 4 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | .250 | .308 | .708 |
| C. Taylor | LF | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | .200 | .500 | .200 |
| E. Hernández | 3B | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .143 | .222 | .143 |
| M. Muncy | 3B-PH | 2 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | .348 | .385 | .522 |
| J. Outman | CF | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | .118 | .318 | .118 |
| M. Rojas | SS | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .333 | .333 | .833 |
| G. Lux | 2B-PH | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | .200 | .200 | .200 |
| A. Barnes | C | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | .500 | .667 | .500 |
| TEAM | 30 | 5 | 8 | 5 | 2 | 4 | 6 |
- BATTING
- 2BT. Hernández (2, Matz); Ohtani (2, Matz)
- HRMuncy (1, 8th inning off King 1 on, 1 Out); T. Hernández (3, 8th inning off Pallante 0 on, 1 Out)
- RBIMuncy 2 (5), T. Hernández 2 (6), Outman (3)
- GIDPE. Hernández; Betts
- Team LOB6
- Team RISP3-7 (Muncy 2-2, Outman 0-2, T. Hernández 1-1, Lux 0-1, Freeman 0-1)
- BASERUNNING
- SBTaylor (1, 2nd base off King/Contreras)
- FIELDING
- EBarnes (1, catcher’s interference)
Dodgers Pitching
| PITCHERS | IP | H | R | ER | BB | K | HR | PC-ST | ERA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G. Stone | 5.0 | 7 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 85-55 | 5.40 |
| A. Vesia | 1.0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 31-16 | 3.86 |
| N. Crismatt (W, 1-0) | 2.0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 29-22 | 0.00 |
| D. Hudson (S, 1) | 1.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 16-10 | 0.00 |
| TEAM | 9.0 | 8 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 13 | 0 | 161-103 |
Dodgers Hitting Performance
The Dodgers’ hitting lineup showcased a variety of performances. M. Betts, who played as both a shortstop (SS) and second baseman (2B), had an impressive game with a .500 batting average, though he had no RBIs or hits in 4 at-bats. S. Ohtani, serving as the designated hitter (DH), contributed with a .269 average, securing one hit and one run in 4 at-bats.
F. Freeman, the first baseman (1B), registered a .286 average, showing some offensive power. T. Hernández, the right fielder (RF), had a standout performance with a .250 average, two hits, and an RBI. C. Taylor, playing left field (LF), achieved a .200 average with one hit in a limited number of at-bats.
E. Hernández, the third baseman (3B), struggled with a .143 average, while M. Muncy, serving as a third baseman and pinch hitter (3B-PH), showcased a solid performance with a .348 average and two RBIs. J. Outman, the center fielder (CF), had difficulties, with only a .118 average and an RBI. M. Rojas, another shortstop (SS), had a .333 average in his at-bats.
G. Lux, serving as a second baseman and pinch hitter (2B-PH), did not contribute significantly, while A. Barnes, the catcher (C), ended with a .500 average and one hit. The Dodgers’ team performance included 30 at-bats, 5 runs, 8 hits, 5 RBIs, and 6 strikeouts.
Dodgers Pitching Performance
The Dodgers’ pitching was led by several key pitchers. G. Stone pitched 5.0 innings, allowing 7 hits and 3 earned runs, resulting in a 5.40 ERA. A. Vesia, with 1.0 inning pitched, allowed no hits but gave up 1 run, leading to a 3.86 ERA. N. Crismatt, who secured the win (W, 1-0), had an outstanding 2.0 innings with no runs or hits allowed, achieving a 0.00 ERA.
D. Hudson, who earned a save (S, 1), also had a stellar performance with 1.0 inning pitched, no hits, no runs, and a 0.00 ERA. Collectively, the Dodgers’ pitching covered 9.0 innings, allowed 8 hits and 4 runs, with the ERA pending final calculations.
Overall it appears that the Dodgers had a stronger overall showing in both hitting and pitching compared to the Cardinals in this match.