Brendan Donovan’s Solo Homer and RBI Single Lead Cardinals to 6-1 Victory over Giants
In a dominant performance on Sunday, the St. Louis Cardinals defeated the San Francisco Giants 6-1, thanks to a stellar performance from Brendan Donovan and Alec Burleson.
Donovan, who hit a solo homer in the third inning, continued his impressive performance with an RBI single two innings later. Burleson also contributed to the Cardinals’ victory with three RBIs.
The Cardinals’ rookie righty, Michael McGreevy, also played a crucial role in the team’s win. He struck out six batters and allowed only one run on five hits over eight impressive innings. Manager Oliver Marmol considered giving McGreevy the ninth inning, but with 91 pitches already thrown, he decided to give the closer role to someone else.
The Giants, who have been on a hot streak against playoff contenders, were unable to keep up with the Cardinals’ strong offense and pitching. José Fermín’s RBI single in the sixth inning was the only run they were able to score.
This victory marks the Cardinals’ third win in a row and improves their record to 72-68. The Giants, on the other hand, fall to 90-51 for the season. Stay tuned for more updates on the Cardinals’ and Giants’ performances in the playoffs.
SF Giants Donovan, Burleson Lead Cardinals to Victory in Season Finale
By Associated Press
Published 14 hours ago on September 30, 2024
In a thrilling season finale, the St. Louis Cardinals defeated the San Francisco Giants 6-1 on Sunday, thanks to a strong performance from Brendan Donovan and Alec Burleson. Donovan hit a solo homer in the third inning and followed it up with an RBI single two innings later, while Burleson drove in three runs to secure the win for the Cardinals.
Despite the loss, Giants rookie Hayden Birdsong impressed with 11 strikeouts in his 16th start. The Cardinals finish the season with a record of 83-79, missing the playoffs for the second year in a row, while the Giants end at 80-82 under new manager Bob Melvin.
Donovan’s Homer and RBI Single Lead Cardinals to Victory
Donovan’s solo homer in the third inning and RBI single in the fifth were crucial in securing the win for the Cardinals. His strong performance at the plate helped lead the team to victory in the season finale.
Giants Rookie Hayden Birdsong Impresses Despite Loss
Despite taking the loss, Giants rookie right-hander Hayden Birdsong had an impressive outing, striking out 10 of the first 15 Cardinals hitters and finishing with 11 strikeouts in his 16th start. This marked his second career double-digit strikeout game, showcasing his potential as a young player in the league.
Manager Oliver Marmol considered giving the ninth inning to rookie righty Michael McGreevy, who had an excellent performance on the mound, striking out six with no walks and allowing only one run on five hits over eight innings. However, Marmol decided to give the final inning to another pitcher as McGreevy had reached 91 pitches.
“It feels a heck of a lot better just going into the offseason with more positivity,” Marmol said. “But the way we did it was fun. McGreevy was excellent, went out and gave us eight, mixed well.”
Cardinals Finish Season with 83-79 Record
The Cardinals finish the season with a record of 83-79, missing the playoffs for the second year in a row. Despite this, the team can take pride in their strong performance in the season finale and look forward to building on their successes in the upcoming season.
Giants End Season at 80-82 Under New Manager Bob Melvin
The Giants end the season with a record of 80-82 under new manager Bob Melvin. While they fell short of making the playoffs, the team showed promise under Melvin’s leadership and will look to improve in the next season.
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SAN FRANCISCO – In a thrilling season finale, the St. Louis Cardinals defeated the San Francisco Giants 6-1 on Sunday, thanks to a strong performance from Brendan Donovan and Alec Burleson. Donovan hit a solo homer in the third inning and followed it up with an RBI single two innings later, while Burleson drove in three runs to secure the win for the Cardinals.
Despite the loss, Giants rookie Hayden Birdsong impressed with 11 strikeouts in his 16th start. The Cardinals finish the season with a record of 83-79, missing the playoffs for the second year in a row, while the Giants end at 80-82 under new manager Bob Melvin.
Donovan’s solo homer in the third inning and RBI single in the fifth were crucial in securing the win for the Cardinals. His strong performance at the plate helped lead the team to victory in the season finale.
Despite taking the loss, Giants rookie right-hander Hayden Birdsong had an impressive outing, striking out 10 of the first 15 Cardinals hitters and finishing with 11 strikeouts in his 16th start. This marked his second career double-digit strikeout game, showcasing his potential as a young player in the league.
Manager Oliver Marmol considered giving the ninth inning to rookie righty Michael McGreevy, who had an excellent performance on the mound, striking out six with no walks and allowing only one run on five hits over eight innings. However, Marmol decided to give the final inning to another pitcher as McGreevy had reached 91 pitches.
“It feels a heck of a lot better just going into the offseason with more positivity,” Marmol said. “But the way we did it was fun. McGreevy was excellent, went out and gave us eight, mixed well.”
The Cardinals finish the season with a record of 83-79, missing the playoffs for the second year in a row. Despite this, the team can take pride in their strong performance in the season finale and look forward to building on their successes in the upcoming season.
The Giants end the season with a record of 80-82 under new manager Bob Melvin. While they fell short of making the playoffs, the team showed promise under Melvin’s leadership and will look to improve in the next season.
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