The Storm Before the Show
Dodgers:
The Rain Delay That’s Got Everyone on Edge
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 rain delay has pushed the series opener at Busch Stadium into limbo, leaving fans from both sides in suspense. The question on everyone’s mind: when will this game finally get underway?
The Dodgers are entering this road series leading the National League West, but with a tight division race and no room for error, every inning, every hit, every pitch matters. This matchup against the Cardinals is loaded with intrigue, despite the delay. 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. 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 gauntlet that is the Dodgers lineup — a task few pitchers envy. With sluggers like Shohei Ohtani, Freddie Freeman, and Mookie Betts, the Dodgers can flip a game on its head in seconds. Meanwhile, left-hander Justin Wrobleski will counter for L.A., a rookie still finding his groove in the majors. Wrobleski brings an 8.00 ERA across his first two games, but the Cardinals have had their share of struggles against southpaws this season.
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. The night also carries emotional weight, as Tommy Edman returns to Busch Stadium for the first time since last season’s blockbuster trade.
As the skies clear and the game finally gets underway, one question lingers: can the Cardinals find a way to contain the Dodgers’ potent offense? And will Wrobleski’s struggles against southpaws be the deciding factor in this crucial matchup? The rain delay may have pushed back the start time, but it’s far from pushing back the stakes. Stay tuned as this drama unfolds.
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