On September 2, 2025, the Athletics faced the St. Louis Cardinals at Busch Stadium. The Cardinals secured a win with a score of 2-1. This victory improved the Cardinals’ record to 68-71. Miles Mikolas earned the win for the Cardinals, bringing his season record to 6-10. A key moment in the game was a home run by Ivan Herrera, which drove in two runs. The Athletics’ lone run came from an RBI by Nick Kurtz. The Athletics got on the board first in the third inning. Nick Kurtz drove in a run with a hit, giving them a 1-0 lead. They held this lead through the middle of the game as the Cardinals struggled to score. In the sixth inning, the Cardinals turned the game around. Ivan Herrera hit a home run, bringing in two runs and putting St. Louis ahead 2-1. The Cardinals held this lead for the rest of the game, sealing the win.

Miles Mikolas was key for the Cardinals on the mound. He pitched six innings, allowing five hits and one run. His performance helped the team secure the win, improving his record to 6-10 for the season.

For the Cardinals’ offense, Ivan Herrera stood out. He hit a home run and drove in both of the team’s runs. His two RBIs were crucial in the sixth inning, giving the Cardinals their winning edge.

On the Athletics’ side, Michael Kelly took the loss. He pitched only 0.33 innings, giving up one hit and one run. Nathan Kurtz was notable in their lineup, contributing an RBI for the team’s only run.

What’s Next

The Cardinals’ win over the Athletics brings their record to 68-71. They remain in 4th place in the Central division. This win helps them stay competitive as they try to climb higher in the standings. The Athletics’ loss drops them to 64-75, keeping them in 5th place in the West division. The team will need to work hard to improve their position. This game did not change the head-to-head records between the two teams as they rarely meet during the season.

The Athletics will continue their series against the Cardinals. They play again on Wednesday, September 3, 2025, at Busch Stadium. The game is set to start at 7:45 PM.

The Cardinals also have their next game against the Athletics. This game is a continuation of their current series and will take place at Busch Stadium on September 3, 2025. The first pitch is scheduled for 7:45 PM.

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