Overview

• Sonny Gray struck out 10 batters over six scoreless innings, allowing just three hits in a commanding performance for the Cardinals.
• The Cardinals' offense delivered 16 hits, highlighted by Brendan Donovan's three-hit game and Pedro Pagés's two-run homer after a rain delay.
• A 34-minute rain delay in the seventh inning disrupted play, but St. Louis capitalized with a six-run surge once play resumed.
• Detroit's pitching staff faced challenges, with reliever Chase Lee recalled from Triple-A after Reese Olson was placed on the injured list.
• Despite the loss, Detroit retains the MLB's best record at 31-17, while St. Louis has won 13 of their last 15 games, showcasing a strong midseason resurgence.