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Cardinals Extend Winning Streak to Eight with Nationals Sweep

St. Louis surges in playoff race as balanced pitching and timely hitting fuel season-best streak.

Apr 30, 2025; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Miles Mikolas (39) pitches against the Cincinnati Reds in the first inning at Great American Ball Park. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • The St. Louis Cardinals completed a three-game sweep of the Washington Nationals on May 11, extending their winning streak to eight games.
  • Andre Pallante pitched 7 1/3 strong innings on May 10, allowing two runs on five hits while striking out seven and walking none.
  • Lars Nootbaar's two-run double and timely hits in the second inning powered the Cardinals' offense in the 4-2 victory on May 10.
  • Ryan Helsley secured his seventh save despite a tense ninth inning, preserving the win and showcasing the bullpen's resilience.
  • The Nationals, now on a five-game losing streak, struggled offensively, with Dylan Crews’ two-run homer in the eighth being their lone highlight in the series.