Cardinals hold off Reds for 2-1 win in doubleheader opener

The St. Louis Cardinals secured a 2-1 victory over the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park on August 17, 2026. The Cardinals took an early lead with a two-run first inning, aided by an Alec Burleson RBI double. As the game progressed, the Reds' bullpen kept St. Louis in check, limiting them to 1-for-13 with runners in scoring position. Quinn Mathews, making his start as the 27th man, struck out five batters and left the game after four innings with a high pitch count. Following this matchup, the teams are scheduled to continue the doubleheader later in the day as they make up a previously rained out game.

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