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Cardinals vs. Pirates: Key Matchup at PNC Park

4/9/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The St. Louis Cardinals (5-6) are set to clash with the Pittsburgh Pirates (4-8) at PNC Park on Wednesday at 12:35 p.m. ET. With the Cardinals slightly favored at -116 and a total of 7.5 runs, fans can expect an exciting matchup featuring pitchers Erick Fedde (1-1, 7.00 ERA) and Mitch Keller (1-1, 7.45 ERA).

History

Historical Context

The St. Louis Cardinals and Pittsburgh Pirates meet at PNC Park, echoing their storied rivalry. In 1992, the Pirates lost a dramatic NLCS to the Braves, marking the end of their playoff runs for decades. This matchup reignites memories of past glories and struggles for both teams.

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Story summary

The St. Louis Cardinals (5-6) are set to clash with the Pittsburgh Pirates (4-8) at PNC Park on Wednesday at 12:35 p.m. ET. With the Cardinals slightly favored at -116 and a total of 7.5 runs, fans can expect an exciting matchup featuring pitchers Erick Fedde (1-1, 7.00 ERA) and Mitch Keller (1-1, 7.45 ERA).

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