Cardinals Dominate Mets with Early Leads in Weekend Series

St. Louis Cardinals capitalize on strong starts to outscore New York Mets, seeking a sweep in the series finale.

The Cardinals have taken early leads in the first two games against the Mets, leading to victories on both occasions.
St. Louis's aggressive batting in the early innings has been a key factor in their current success.
The Mets struggle with a lack of effective pitching from starter Adrian Houser, who has faced significant challenges.
Nolan Arenado and Paul Goldschmidt have been standout performers for the Cardinals in the series.
The Mets, despite a strong mid-season recovery, are faltering again with recent losses.