St. Louis Cardinals vs Los Angeles Dodgers MLB Recap Betting Prediction
PublishedAugust 5, 2025,            Posted By: Maria Uebelhor
Last updated:August 5, 2025 ,

MLB Recap: St. Louis Cardinals vs Los Angeles Dodgers – 8/4

The St. Louis Cardinals secured a 3-2 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers at Dodger Stadium on August 4, 2025. Riley O’Brien earned the win, improving the Cardinals’ season record to 56-57. The Dodgers’ loss brought their record to 65-47.

Key performances included home runs by Ivan Herrera and Masyn Winn, each contributing to the Cardinals’ victory. The game was marked by a clear sky and a temperature of 100 degrees, with a slight wind blowing out to right field. The game lasted just over two hours, starting at 6:37 PM.

The Cardinals scored first in the second inning. Ivan Herrera hit a home run, giving them a 1-0 lead. The Dodgers tied it up in the fourth with a homer by Freddie Freeman. In the eighth, the Cardinals went ahead again when Masyn Winn hit a home run. The Dodgers scored once more in the eighth, but the Cardinals sealed the game in the ninth with a single by Yerry Pozo. They held on to win 3-2.

In the Cardinals’ victory over the Dodgers, Ivan Herrera stood out with his performance at the plate. He went 2 for 4, including a home run, and drove in a run. Masyn Winn also contributed with a solo home run, adding to the team’s scoring efforts.

On the pitching side, Steven Gray delivered a solid outing for the Cardinals. He pitched 7 innings, allowing just one run on one hit while striking out eight. Riley O’Brien secured the win by pitching an inning with one run allowed, maintaining his ERA at 1.67.

For the Dodgers, Freddie Freeman made an impact by hitting a home run and driving in a run. However, it wasn’t enough to secure the win. Brock Stewart took the loss for the Dodgers, giving up one run in less than an inning of work, raising his ERA to 2.31.

What’s Next

The Cardinals’ win brings their record to 56-57. They are in 4th place in the Central Division. This victory helps them stay close in the standings. Every game is important as they try to move up. The Dodgers now have a 65-47 record, holding 1st place in the West Division. This game puts a dent in their lead. However, they still maintain a strong position at the top. The head-to-head between these teams is competitive, showing both can challenge each other.

The St. Louis Cardinals will continue their series against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Their next game is set for Tuesday, August 5, 2025, at Dodger Stadium. The first pitch is scheduled for 10:10 PM. Probable starters for the game have not been announced yet.

The Los Angeles Dodgers will also face the St. Louis Cardinals in the next game. This series will continue on Tuesday, August 5, 2025. The game will take place at Dodger Stadium with a start time of 10:10 PM. Details on the starting pitchers are not yet available.

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