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Jordan Walker's Late Heroics Propel Cardinals to 6–5 Victory Over Diamondbacks

Walker redeemed a pivotal defensive error with two clutch hits, as the Cardinals extended their hot streak and deepened Arizona's skid.

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Overview

  • Jordan Walker drove in three runs, including the game-winning RBI single in the eighth inning, after misplaying a liner that allowed Arizona to briefly take the lead.
  • Matthew Liberatore delivered a strong start for St. Louis, allowing one run over seven innings with six strikeouts and no walks.
  • Arizona's Merrill Kelly gave up four runs in six-plus innings, including a two-run double by Walker in the seventh inning.
  • Ryan Helsley secured the win by pitching a scoreless ninth, striking out Eugenio Suárez with runners in scoring position to end the game.
  • The Cardinals have now won 15 of their last 19 games, while the Diamondbacks dropped their fourth straight contest.