The St. Louis Cardinals Suffer Injury Blow After Defeat to Atlanta Braves
In a disappointing turn of events, the St. Louis Cardinals have revealed some concerning injury news following their recent loss to the Atlanta Braves.
The Cardinals, who were hoping to bounce back from a tough start to the season, were dealt a major blow when it was announced that key players had sustained injuries during the game.
Star pitcher, Jack Flaherty, was forced to leave the game early due to tightness in his shoulder. This comes as a huge setback for the Cardinals, as Flaherty has been a crucial part of their pitching rotation.
In addition, outfielder Harrison Bader also suffered an injury during the game. Bader, who has been a consistent performer for the Cardinals, was seen limping off the field with a hamstring issue.
The Cardinals have yet to release any further details on the severity of these injuries, but fans are understandably concerned about the impact it will have on the team’s performance moving forward.
Despite the loss and injury setbacks, the Cardinals remain determined to bounce back and continue their pursuit for a successful season. However, with key players now facing time on the sidelines, it will be a challenging road ahead for the team.
Stay tuned for updates on the Cardinals’ injury situation and
Cardinals Announce Injury News After Loss to Braves
St. Louis Cardinals suffer injuries to key players, including Nolan Arenado and Willson Contreras, as they drop seven of their last ten games in a highly competitive National League Central race.
After a solid start to the year, the Cardinals have been hampered by nagging injuries to key contributors. In their latest game against the Atlanta Braves, outfielder Lars Nootbaar was placed on the 10-day injured list with left rib pain after leaving the game early. This opened up a roster spot for catcher Ivan Herrera’s return.
Nootbaar had also left the series finale against the Washington Nationals on Thursday due to the same injury. Despite trying to play through the discomfort, the 27-year-old was unable to continue and the Cardinals decided to shut him down before the All-Star break.
A former eighth-round pick in the 2018 MLB Draft, Nootbaar has been a reliable run producer for the Cardinals since his debut in 2021. However, this year his bat has cooled considerably, with a batting average of .227 and an OPS of .712, both career lows for the player.
As the Cardinals aim for a postseason spot, Nootbaar’s return and consistent production will be crucial in keeping their playoff hopes alive. With only one game left before the break, the Cardinals are currently 2.5 games back from the third NL wild-card spot.
This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 13, 2025, where it first appeared.
