Cardinals bullpen falters in second game versus Reds after initial lead

The St. Louis Cardinals faced the Cincinnati Reds in the second game of a doubleheader on August 17, 2026. The Cardinals held a lead of 5-4 heading into the bottom of the eighth inning. However, their bullpen could not maintain the advantage, allowing the Reds to tie the game. After a strong performance by starter Andre Pallante, who lasted six innings and gave up four runs, Peter Strzelecki took over but struggled in the late innings. The outcome of the game remains uncertain as it is still in progress.

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