The St. Louis Cardinals took on the San Diego Padres at Busch Stadium on July 24, 2025. The Cardinals won the game with a score of 9-7. Sonny Gray was the winning pitcher, improving his record to 9-4.

Key performances included Willson Contreras, who drove in four runs for the Cardinals. Brendan Donovan also contributed with three hits and three RBIs. Fernando Tatis Jr. and Manny Machado each hit a home run for the Padres.

The Padres started strong, scoring two runs in the first inning. The Cardinals responded with a run in their half of the inning. In the second inning, the Cardinals took control with six runs, while the Padres did not score. In the third inning, the Padres added three more runs, closing the gap. The Cardinals scored one run in the fourth and sixth innings, while the Padres scored two in the fifth. The final three innings saw no scoring from either team, resulting in a 9-7 win for the Cardinals.

Brendan Donovan played a big role for the Cardinals. He went 3-for-5 with three RBIs and two runs. His performance included a home run, contributing to the Cardinals’ victory.

Willson Contreras also had a strong game. He hit a home run and a double, driving in four runs. Ivan Herrera added to the offense with a home run and three hits.

On the pitching side, Sonny Gray earned the win for the Cardinals. He pitched five innings, allowing six earned runs but striking out five. Yu Darvish took the loss for the Padres, giving up eight runs in 3.33 innings.

What’s Next

The Cardinals’ win over the Padres pushes them to a 52-51 record. They remain in 4th place in the Central division. This win is important as they try to climb the standings in a competitive division. The Padres, with a 55-47 record, hold 2nd place in the West division. This loss keeps them from gaining ground on the division leader. Every game counts as they aim to secure their position for postseason play.

The San Diego Padres will continue their series against the St. Louis Cardinals. Their next game is on Friday, July 25, 2025, at 7:15 PM at Busch Stadium. This will be the second game of a four-game series.

The St. Louis Cardinals are set to face the Padres again on Friday, July 25, 2025. The game is scheduled for 7:15 PM at Busch Stadium. This game is part of their ongoing series with the Padres.

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