ST. LOUIS – The highly anticipated matchup between the St. Louis Cardinals and Kansas City Royals scheduled for Wednesday has been postponed due to inclement weather. In its place, the two teams will face off in a split doubleheader on Thursday, with Game 1 starting at 12:45 p.m. CT and Game 2 scheduled for 6:45 p.m. CT.
This marks the fifth doubleheader this season for the Cardinals, who have faced heavy rain interruptions throughout the schedule. Despite the challenges, the Cardinals have managed to perform well, holding a record of 5-3 in their previous doubleheaders this season. Manager Oliver Marmol expressed the team’s resolve, stating, “At this point, you just put your head down and play ball,” emphasizing a focus on the game rather than the fatigue from a packed schedule.
In Game 1, rookie left-hander Noah Cameron, the Royals’ fifth-ranked prospect, will take the mound against Cardinals veteran Miles Mikolas, who boasts an impressive streak of eight consecutive starts without a loss. Cameron heads into the game with a stellar 1.05 ERA, showcasing his potential in the early stages of his career.
For Game 2, the Cardinals will have lefty Matthew Liberatore, who is looking to rebound after a challenging outing against the Texas Rangers. The Royals are set to see the return of Cole Ragans, activated from the injured list after recovering from a groin strain. Ragans remarked positively on his rehab outing, noting that his velocity and off-speed pitches were where he wanted them to be and that there was no lingering soreness post-recovery.
Both teams will be permitted to add a 27th player to their rosters for the doubleheader. Fans with tickets for Wednesday’s game can use them for Game 1 on Thursday and will receive a voucher for a future home game if they purchased paid tickets.
As the teams gear up for this crucial doubleheader, anticipation builds among fans, who are eager to see both lineups in action. The weather may have altered their plans, but the spirit of competitive baseball remains high as both teams look to seize the moment.