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Cardinals Preview: Can St. Louis Break the Slump Against Pittsburgh? | Beatline Cardinals
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The St. Louis Cardinals (76-81) face the Pittsburgh Pirates (79-77) in a crucial NL Central matchup on September 23, 2026. After sweeping losses in their last two games, including a 2-0 defeat to Pittsburgh, the Cardinals need a spark. Ivan Herrera’s recent back-to-back home runs provide hope, but extensive injuries to players like Isaac Mattson and Braxton Ashcraft complicate the roster.
This preview analyzes Cooper Hjerpe’s expected start against a Pirates team riding a home win streak. We discuss the…
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