Rain Delays Cardinals Dodgers Game
The Dodgers’ Stalled Road Trip: Can They Overcome the Rain and Gray?
The Los Angeles Dodgers were set to kick off a pivotal six-game road trip against the St. Louis Cardinals, but Mother Nature had other plans. A relentless rainstorm forecast has delayed the series opener at Busch Stadium, leaving fans from both sides in suspense. The originally scheduled game now sits in limbo, with no new start time confirmed.
As the Dodgers enter this road series leading the National League West, every inning, every hit, and every pitch matters – a mantra that resonates particularly true given the tight division race. Can they navigate the challenges ahead without losing momentum?
On the mound for St. Louis is veteran right-hander Sonny Gray, who has been mostly solid this season with a 6-1 record and 3.65 ERA, striking out 76 batters. Despite some recent home run struggles, Gray has found a rhythm lately, posting a sharp 2.08 ERA across his last two starts. His challenge? Navigating the Dodgers’ potent lineup – a task few pitchers envy.
The Dodgers will counter with left-hander Justin Wrobleski, a rookie still finding his groove in the majors. Wrobleski brings an 8.00 ERA across his first two games, a figure that might seem favorable for St. Louis at first glance. However, the Cardinals have had their share of struggles against southpaws this season, making this matchup intriguing.
The Dodgers’ lineup will also see a few tweaks. Will Smith gets a rest day behind the plate, while Hyeseong Kim remains out due to a foot injury. Catching duties will go to rookie Dalton Rushing, who will work with Wrobleski in what could be a pivotal performance for both teams.
As the night unfolds, an emotional subplot comes into play – Tommy Edman’s return to Busch Stadium for the first time since last season’s blockbuster trade. The 2023 NLCS MVP, now wearing Dodger blue, didn’t play for the Cardinals in 2024 due to a wrist injury, making this his first appearance in St. Louis in over a year.
As the rain-soaked series opener hangs in the balance, one question remains: Can the Dodgers overcome their struggles against Gray and the Cardinals’ pitching staff? Will they find a way to navigate the unpredictable matchup and emerge victorious, or will the wet weather delay prove to be the decisive factor?
Only time will tell as the teams wait for the rain to clear – and for the game to finally get underway.