Cardinals struggle with clutch hitting in 7-4 loss to Rangers

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Last updated Jun 3, 2026

Cardinals struggle with clutch hitting in 7-4 loss to Rangers
Summary

The St. Louis Cardinals lost 7-4 to the Texas Rangers on June 2, 2026, failing to capitalize on scoring opportunities. Despite tying the game in the seventh inning, the Cardinals went 3 for 14 with runners in scoring position and left 11 men on base. Texas scored three runs in the ninth to secure the win. Manager Oli Marmol expressed frustration over the team's execution in critical situations. Nolan Gorman's performance included a notable opposite-field home run during the game.

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  • Cardinals are tied for last in MLB batting average with runners in scoring position (.222).
  • Texas scored three times in the ninth to secure the victory.
  • Oli Marmol highlighted poor execution late in the game.
  • Nolan Gorman hit an opposite-field home run in the game.
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Tied for last in MLB in batting average with runners in scoring position and 29th in OPS in that same area, the Cardinals lost 7-4 to the Rangers on Tuesday after going 3 for 14 with runners in scoring position.

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