Milwaukee tumbled 7-1 to St. Louis as Jacob Misiorowski battled through four innings and the bullpen could not restrain the Cardinals’ attack. Frelick homered to draw Milwaukee within one, but a five-run fifth—highlighted by Nolan Arenado’s bases-clearing double—pushed the game out of reach. The Brewers went 0-for-8 with runners in scoring position despite 12 hits, while Sonny Gray shut them down over six dominant innings. The Cubs’ loss that night trimmed Milwaukee’s magic number to three, and the next tilt is set for 6:15 p.m. with Chad Patrick vs. Miles Mikolas.

After a brief absence due to a right shoulder impingement, Nolan Arenado returns to the St. Louis Cardinals lineup just in time for Game 2 against the Washington Nationals, providing a much-needed boost for the team. His presence is critical as the Cardinals look to maintain momentum after winning Game 1 without him. Manager Oliver Marmol confirmed that Arenado is feeling better and the team is eager to avoid a lengthy stint on the injured list. Interestingly, his return means the young Nolan Gorman will shift from third base to the bench.

However, not all decisions are received positively; the ongoing selection of Pedro Pagés as the starting catcher has drawn ire from some fans. Despite Pagés's consistent play this season, his batting average of .213 and the lack of a backup catcher for Game 2 raise concerns about the team's depth. As the Cardinals navigate injuries and a competitive NL Central, every lineup move is scrutinized by an increasingly vocal fanbase.

The Dodgers continue to struggle with their pitching staff, highlighted by a 5-0 loss to the St. Louis Cardinals. Justin Wrobleski, making only his second start of the season, surrendered four runs over six innings, contributing to the Dodgers' fourth loss in six games. Meanwhile, the offense has faltered, managing to score just one run in their last two outings. Despite leading the majors in runs, their batting average has sunk below .220.

Sonny Gray dominated the Dodgers' lineup, earning his seventh win of the season. The Dodgers stranded numerous runners, going 1-for-13 with runners in scoring position. The pressure mounts as injuries pile up and the team grapples with their identity heading into the season's second half.

On May 5, 2025, Miles Mikolas and Pedro Pagés of the St. Louis Cardinals made history against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Mikolas allowed Oneil Cruz to reach base via a hit by pitch, only to witness Cruz's impressive stealing streak come to an abrupt halt. Pagés successfully gunned down Cruz, who had previously stolen 34 bases in a row. This marked Cruz's first caught stealing since April 2024, showcasing Pagés' improved defensive capabilities this season with a caught stealing percentage of 31.6%.

In that game, the Cardinals triumphed over the Pirates 6-3, with Pagés contributing significantly by going 2-for-3 at the plate. Mikolas pitched five innings, allowing three runs and earning a no-decision. This performance is indicative of how crucial both players are to the Cardinals' success in 2025, as Pagés continues to solidify his role as a reliable catcher.