Cardinals win Game 1 of doubleheader against Reds 2-1
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 8:41 PM
Last updated Aug 17, 2026
The St. Louis Cardinals edged the Cincinnati Reds 2-1 in Game 1 of their doubleheader on August 17, 2026. Alec Burleson’s two-run double in the first inning provided a crucial lead, scoring Joshua Báez and Iván Herrera. Quinn Mathews, making his second start, gave up one run in four innings before a strong bullpen allowed only one hit over the final five frames. The win marks the Cardinals' 10th victory in their last 14 games as they pursue an NL wild-card playoff spot.
- •Alec Burleson recorded a two-run double in the first inning.
- •Quinn Mathews pitched four innings, allowing one run.
- •The Cardinals' bullpen allowed just one hit in five innings.
- •This victory is the Cardinals' 10th in 14 games.
- •Andre Pallante is set to start for the Cardinals in Game 2.
- 8:41 PMYahoo Sports — Alec Burleson and a stout bullpen lead the Cardinals over the Reds 2-1 in Game 1 of doubleheader
"Alec Burleson delivered a two-run double early and four St. Louis relievers turned in perfect innings late, helping the Cardinals beat the Cincinnati Reds 2-1 in the first game of a doubleheader Monday. The Cardinals won for the 10th time in 14 games as they try to chase an NL wild-card playoff spot. Burleson put them ahead for good in the first inning with a double down the right-field line that scored Joshua Báez and Iván Herrera.
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