What Happened
The Milwaukee Brewers defeated the St. Louis Cardinals in the second game of a scheduled doubleheader. The Cardinals' pitching limitations were a factor as the Brewers managed to score and take the lead, ultimately winning the game.
Earlier in the day, it was announced that Luis Lara, who recently signed a seven-year, $31 million contract extension with the Brewers, had been called up to the team. The Cardinals' starting pitcher for the doubleheader opener was Matt Svanson, a decision noted as a surprise.
The matchup was the second game of a doubleheader between the two teams, with the Brewers holding a 56-33 record and the Cardinals holding a 47-41 record prior to the games.
Key Facts
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The Milwaukee Brewers played the St. Louis Cardinals in Game 2 of a doubleheader.
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The Brewers defeated the Cardinals in this game.
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The Cardinals experienced pitching limitations during the game.
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Luis Lara was called up to the Milwaukee Brewers.
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Luis Lara recently signed a 7-year, $31 million extension with the Brewers.
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Matt Svanson started the Cardinals' doubleheader opener.
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The Brewers' record was 56-33, and the Cardinals' was 47-41.
