Overview

• Nolan Arenado took responsibility for a pivotal missed play in the Cardinals' fifth consecutive loss against the Brewers.
• Brewers' strategic acquisitions and young talent keep them competitive despite major offseason changes.
• Sonny Gray's rare rough start exacerbated by early errors, contributing to a 7-1 defeat.
• Cardinals' offensive woes persist, with the team failing to capitalize on multiple scoring opportunities.
• Brewers' proactive roster adjustments contrast sharply with Cardinals' downward trend in the National League Central.