In a commanding performance, the St. Louis Cardinals defeated the Los Angeles Dodgers 5-0, marking a significant moment in MLB history by blanking the team that has dominated the league for the past decade. Starting pitcher Sonny Gray showcased remarkable skill, working through eight hits over 6 1/3 innings without allowing a run. Nolan Arenado led the Cardinals offensively, achieving three hits out of the team's seven. However, he was notably absent from the lineup in the next game against Dodgers' pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto, who boasts a stellar 2.39 ERA.

Despite Arenado's impressive career stats against the Dodgers, he received a day off amid trade speculations and batting struggles, holding a career-low .228 average in the season. Nolan Gorman took his place, illustrating the Cardinals' depth as they continue their pursuit in the NL Central.