The Atlanta Braves took on the St. Louis Cardinals at Busch Stadium on July 12, 2025. The Braves won the game 7-6, improving their record to 41-52. Daysbel Hernández secured the win for the Braves, marking his third win of the season. Key performances included Ronald Acuña Jr. and Sean Murphy, who both contributed home runs. Acuña Jr. scored twice and had one RBI, while Murphy drove in three runs. The Cardinals, now 50-45, saw Nolan Gorman hit a home run and drive in two runs, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the Braves. The Braves started strong with a run in the first inning. They added two more in the second, taking an early lead. The Cardinals answered with three runs in the bottom of the second to tie the game. The game remained tied until the eighth inning. The Braves scored three runs, and the Cardinals responded with one in the bottom half. In the ninth, the Braves added another run, securing a 7-6 win. The Cardinals couldn’t score in their last at-bat.

Daysbel Hernández was a key player for the Braves in this game. He pitched one inning, allowing one run but managed to keep the Braves ahead. Hernández earned the win, improving his record to 3-1 with a 1.86 ERA. Raisel Iglesias also contributed by closing the game without allowing any hits or runs.

Ronald Acuña Jr. and Sean Murphy stood out in the Braves’ batting lineup. Acuña Jr. scored two runs and hit a home run, while Murphy brought in three runs with his own homer. Marcell Ozuna also contributed with two hits and a home run, adding to the Braves’ offensive effort.

For the Cardinals, Ryan Helsley took the loss, allowing one run in his inning on the mound. Nolan Gorman and Yohel Pozo provided some offense for the Cardinals. Gorman hit a home run and drove in two runs, while Pozo also homered and had two hits in the game.

What’s Next

The Braves improved their record to 41-52 with the win. They hold the 4th position in the East. This victory gives them a boost, but they still have a long way to move up in the standings. The Cardinals’ loss brings their record to 50-45. They are currently 3rd in the Central. This game was a setback for them as they try to climb higher in their division.

The Atlanta Braves will play the St. Louis Cardinals again on Sunday, July 13, 2025, at 2:15 PM. This game will take place at Busch Stadium, continuing their current series. Probable starters for the game have not been announced yet.

The St. Louis Cardinals will also face the Braves on July 13, 2025, as part of the ongoing series. The Cardinals will then travel to face the Arizona Diamondbacks starting Friday, July 18, 2025, at Chase Field. No probable starters have been announced for these games yet.

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