will meet this season.
Athletics and Cardinals Face Off in Crucial Matchup
The Oakland Athletics (64-76, fifth in the AL West) will take on the St. Louis Cardinals (69-71, fourth in the NL Central) in a highly anticipated game on Wednesday at 7:45 p.m. EDT in St. Louis. Both teams are fighting for a spot in the playoffs and this game could have major implications for their postseason hopes.
Pitching Matchup
The Athletics will send Jeffrey Springs (10-9, 4.17 ERA, 1.19 WHIP, 122 strikeouts) to the mound, while the Cardinals will counter with Matthew Liberatore (6-11, 4.32 ERA, 1.32 WHIP, 102 strikeouts). Both pitchers have had solid seasons and will be looking to lead their teams to victory in this crucial matchup.
Series Tied 1-1
The Cardinals and Athletics have split the first two games of this three-game series, making this game even more important for both teams. With the series tied, the winner of this game will have the upper hand going into the final game of the series.
Cardinals Look to Continue Home Success
The Cardinals have been strong at home this season, boasting a 38-33 record at Busch Stadium. They have also been successful when recording eight or more hits, with a 50-25 record in those games. They will look to continue this trend and secure a win in front of their home crowd.
Athletics Hope to Keep Hitting Streak Alive
The Athletics have been hot at the plate, with a 54-32 record in games where they record eight or more hits. They will look to keep this hitting streak alive and come out on top in this crucial matchup against the Cardinals.
Third Meeting of the Season
This will be the third time the Athletics and Cardinals face off this season. In their previous two meetings, the Cardinals came out on top, winning both games. The Athletics will be looking for revenge and a chance to even the score in this matchup.
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By: The Associated Press
Wednesday, Sep. 3, 2025: Athletics (64-76, fifth in the AL West) vs. St. Louis Cardinals (69-71, fourth in the NL Central)
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Pitching Matchup: Jeffrey Springs (10-9, 4.17 ERA, 1.19 WHIP, 122 strikeouts) for the Athletics and Matthew Liberatore (6-11, 4.32 ERA, 1.32 WHIP, 102 strikeouts) for the Cardinals
Series Tied 1-1: St. Louis and Oakland Face Off in Crucial Game Three
St. Louis, MO: The St. Louis Cardinals and Oakland Athletics will battle it out on Wednesday in a crucial game three of their three-game series. The series is currently tied 1-1, making this game a must-win for both teams.
St. Louis Cardinals: A Strong Home Record and Powerful Hitting
The Cardinals have a solid record of 69-71 overall and an impressive 38-33 record at home. They have shown their strength at the plate, with a 50-25 record in games where they record eight or more hits.
Oakland Athletics: A Strong Road Record and Consistent Hitting
The Athletics have a record of 64-76 overall and a respectable 35-36 record on the road. They have also shown their consistency at the plate, with a 54-32 record in games where they record eight or more hits.
Top Performers to Watch
For the Cardinals, Willson Contreras has been a standout player with 30 doubles and 20 home runs this season. Alec Burleson has also been hot at the plate, going 12 for 38 with two doubles and a home run in the past 10 games.
For the Athletics, Brent Rooker has been a force to be reckoned with, hitting 35 doubles, three triples, and 27 home runs while maintaining a .268 batting average. Jacob Wilson has also been on a hot streak, going 14 for 40 with three doubles and two home runs in the past 10 games.
Recent Performances
Both teams have had similar performances in their past 10 games, with a record of 5-5. The Cardinals have had a lower batting average of .206, but a slightly better ERA of 4.15. The Athletics have a higher batting average of .246, but a slightly higher ERA of 4.60.
Injuries to Watch
The Cardinals have a few players on the injured list, including Alec Burleson, Yohel Pozo, John King, Brendan Donovan, Nolan Arenado, and Zack Thompson. The Athletics also have a few players on the injured list, including Ben Bowden, Joey Estes, Jacob Lopez, Jack Perkins, Austin Wynns, Denzel Clarke, Max Muncy, Grant Holman, Gunnar Hoglund, Jose Leclerc, and Luis Medina.
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