Cincinnati Reds lead St. Louis Cardinals 3-2 in ongoing game

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Last updated Jul 24, 2026

Cincinnati Reds lead St. Louis Cardinals 3-2 in ongoing game
Summary

The St. Louis Cardinals are facing the Cincinnati Reds in a critical matchup at Busch Stadium on July 24, 2026. After a strong performance from Cardinals pitcher Dustin May, who pitched six innings and allowed just one run, the Cardinals temporarily took the lead 2-1 in the fifth inning. However, the Reds responded in the sixth and eighth innings, leading 3-2 as the game progresses. The Cardinals have struggled offensively, recording limited hits, including only two until the eighth inning.

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  • •Dustin May pitched six innings, allowing one run and striking out eight.
  • •The Cardinals took a 2-1 lead in the fifth inning with a two-run double from Blaze Jordan.
  • •Eugenio Suarez hit a home run in the eighth inning, giving the Reds a 3-2 lead.
  • •The game is ongoing as the Cardinals aim to rally in the final innings.
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The St. Louis Cardinals begin a crucial 3-game series against their NL Central rivals Cincinnati Reds Friday night. Dustin May will take the mound for the Cardinals while the villains Reds will start RHP Rhett Lowder. First pitch is scheduled for 7:15pm central time and the TV broadcast will be handled by Cardinals.tv.

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It’s game 2 of the St. Louis Cardinals weekend series against the Cincinnati Reds Saturday night. The Cardinals will hand the ball to Andre Pallante while the Reds will have Hunter Greene to make the start. First pitch is set for 6:15pm central time and the TV broadcast will be available through Cardinals.tv.

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Friday night was not Dustin May’s best start of the season, but it was solid. What was not solid was the St. Louis Cardinals offensive approach as their bats were completely silent for most of the game which allowed the Reds to walk away with a depressing Friday night victory. The eye test for Dustin […]

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