Cardinals score impressive victory over Guardians, suppressing star players in the series finale
The St. Louis Cardinals have demonstrated their prowess in a recent series against the Cleveland Guardians, showcasing a blend of stellar pitching performances and offensive outbursts.
On June 27, 2025, the Cardinals shut out the Guardians 5-0, with homers from Alec Burleson and Pedro Pagés, and two RBIs from Nolan Arenado. This game exemplified the pitching strength that kept Cleveland scoreless and the timely hitting from St. Louis' lineup.
The pitching dominance continued throughout the series, culminating in a 7-0 victory on June 29, 2025, which completed a three-game sweep. Nolan Gorman hit a three-run homer, Victor Scott II added a two-run shot, and pitcher Matthew Liberatore kept the Guardians off the scoreboard, highlighting the effectiveness of both the bullpen and starting staff.
Throughout the series, the Cardinals' pitching staff limited the Guardians' offense, with only one inning, the fourth inning on Saturday, yielding six runs. Apart from this, the Guardians went 9/113 and totaled 2/14 with runners in scoring position for the series.
Key Guardians players, such as Jose Ramirez, Steven Kwan, and Emmanuel Clase, were limited in their impact on the game, with Ramirez and Kwan combining for a 1/15 batting line. Emmanuel Clase was seen only once in the series and produced a scoreless ninth inning.
The Cardinals' recent success has seen them win three games in a row and seven of their last ten. However, they trail the Cubs by 2.5 games and have a chance to take the division lead in Chicago next weekend. The upcoming division series will be crucial for the season's trajectory and the team's plans for the July trade deadline.
Before facing the Cubs, the Cardinals will first play the Pirates in a three-game series. Lane Thomas, a former Cardinal, had a 1/9 batting line in the series against his former team. The Cardinals will look to carry their formidable pitching and offensive performances into their upcoming matches, aiming to close the gap with the Cubs and secure a strong position in the NL Central.
In the spectacular MLB series, the St. Louis Cardinals showcased their baseball prowess, triumphing against the Cleveland Guardians with three consecutive wins. Nolan Gorman and Matthew Liberatore, among others, shone in the final game, a 7-0 victory on June 29, 2025, contributing to the team's impressive pitching performances and offensive outbursts, reminiscent of their strategic blend during the series against the Guardians.
