JJ Bleday Goes Yard Twice as Athletics Defeat Cardinals 11-3
In a dominant performance, JJ Bleday led the Oakland Athletics to an 11-3 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals on Monday. Bleday’s two home runs and Zack Gelof’s three hits helped the Athletics break their three-game losing streak.
The game started off strong for the Athletics, with Luis Morales (3-0) on the mound. Morales allowed just two runs on five hits and struck out a career-high eight batters in 5 2/3 innings. This was a remarkable feat for Morales, who had never given up multiple runs in his six appearances in the major leagues.
Bleday, who has been on a hot streak this season, continued to impress with his 12th home run of the year in the sixth inning. This extended the Athletics’ lead to 5-1 and solidified their hold on the game.
The Cardinals tried to mount a comeback, but the Athletics’ offense was too much to handle. Gelof’s home run and three hits, along with contributions from other players, helped the Athletics secure their victory.
The win was a much-needed one for the Athletics, who had been struggling in their previous games. With this win, they improve their record to 11-7 and maintain their position as one of the top teams in the league.
The Athletics will look to continue their winning ways as they face off against the Cardinals again on Tuesday. With Bleday and Gelof leading the charge, the Athletics are sure to put up a strong fight and maintain their dominance on the field.
A’s Snap Three-Game Skid with 11-3 Win over Cardinals
On September 1, 2025 at 8:24 PM PDT, the Oakland Athletics dominated the St. Louis Cardinals with an 11-3 victory, led by a stellar performance from JJ Bleday and Zack Gelof.
Bleday, the 27-year-old outfielder, hit two home runs and Gelof had a home run among his three hits, helping the Athletics break their three-game losing streak.
Luis Morales (3-0) pitched 5 2/3 innings, allowing only two runs on five hits and striking out a career-best eight batters. This was a significant improvement for Morales, who had never allowed multiple runs in his six previous appearances.
Sonny Gray (12-8) struggled on the mound for the Cardinals, giving up seven runs on 10 hits and three walks in six-plus innings. This was the second consecutive loss for the Cardinals after a three-game winning streak.
Bleday’s second homer of the game and 12th of the season in the sixth inning extended the Athletics’ lead to 5-1. It was his second multi-homer game of the season.
In the fourth inning, Bleday hit a two-run shot and Gelof followed with a 385-foot homer to right field, giving the Athletics a 3-0 lead. This was the third time this season that the Athletics hit back-to-back home runs.
The Cardinals finally got on the board in the bottom of the fourth when Iván Herrera hit his 12th home run of the season.
Key Moment: Bleday and Gelof’s Back-to-Back Homers
The turning point of the game came in the top of the fourth inning when Bleday hit a two-run homer down the right field line, followed by Gelof’s second homer of the season just two pitches later. This gave the Athletics a 3-0 lead and set the tone for the rest of the game.
Key Stat: Brent Rooker’s Impressive Performance
Athletics designated hitter Brent Rooker had a standout game, going 2 for 5 with a pair of doubles and three RBIs. His contributions were crucial in the Athletics’ victory over the Cardinals.
Up Next: Athletics vs. Cardinals
The Athletics will send RHP Luis Severino (6-11, 4.82 ERA) to the mound to face Cardinals RHP Miles Mikolas (6-10, 5.04 ERA) on Tuesday night. Both teams will be looking to bounce back from their recent losses and secure a win in this highly anticipated matchup.
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