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Jimmy Crooks homers as Cardinals lead Pirates in St. Louis

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Last updated Aug 29, 2026

Jimmy Crooks homers as Cardinals lead Pirates in St. Louis

Summary

The St. Louis Cardinals face off against the Pittsburgh Pirates at Busch Stadium on August 28, 2026. The Cardinals took an early lead, highlighted by a two-run home run from Jimmy Crooks and strong pitching from Quinn Mathews, who allowed just one run through five innings. The game remains in progress as the Cardinals lead 3-1 in the fifth inning after Nathan Church drove in a run with a sacrifice fly. The Pirates managed to score their first run in the fifth, but Mathews ended the inning with a strikeout.

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By the Numbers

•Jimmy Crooks hit a two-run homer to give Cardinals a 2-0 lead.
•Quinn Mathews pitched effectively, limiting the Pirates to one run.
•Cardinals lead 3-1 in the fifth inning during the ongoing game.
•Jordan Walker and Jose Fermin contributed with back-to-back singles.
•The game is crucial for both teams' standings in the division.

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