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Liberatore tosses 6-plus strong innings to help Cardinals beat Brewers 3-2

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Matthew Liberatore delivered a strong performance by pitching over six innings, allowing just one earned run, to lead the St. Louis Cardinals to a 3-2 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers. Brendan Donovan contributed offensively with two singles, including a run-scoring hit that pushed the Cardinals' lead to 3-0. Lars Nootbaar also played a pivotal role by driving in a run and later scoring on Donovan's single. The Brewers, struggling with a losing streak, attempted a comeback by loading the bases in the seventh inning, but they only managed to score once and could not close the gap. Garrett Mitchell of the Brewers left the game due to an injury, while Cardinals' Ryan Helsley secured the win with a scoreless ninth inning for his fourth save of the season.

Liberatore tosses 6-plus strong innings to help Cardinals beat Brewers 3-2

Matthew Liberatore, starting pitcher for the Cardinals, allowed only one earned run over six-plus innings, striking out four batters and maintaining a strong performance throughout his five starts of the season.

Brendan Donovan played a key role in the Cardinals' offense with two singles, one of which drove in a crucial run that expanded their lead against the Brewers.

Lars Nootbaar contributed significantly by driving in Masyn Winn with a single and later scoring on Donovan’s single, helping the Cardinals establish a 3-0 lead.

Milwaukee Brewers faced challenges as their starting pitcher Chad Patrick allowed two runs and struggled with control, contributing to their third consecutive loss.

Despite loading the bases in the seventh inning, the Brewers could only score once due to a groundout by pinch-hitter Jake Bauers, followed by outs that ended their scoring opportunity.

Garrett Mitchell, center fielder for the Brewers, exited the game due to left oblique tightness, adding to the team's difficulties during the match.

Ryan Helsley effectively closed the game for the Cardinals with a scoreless ninth inning, earning his fourth save and securing the win for St. Louis.

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