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Cardinals secure consecutive wins in San Diego series

PUBLISHED May 8, 2026, 1:53 AM ET

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San Diego — The St. Louis Cardinals won consecutive games in San Diego this week, beating the Padres 2-1 on Thursday when Jordan Walker doubled and scored on Masyn Winn’s seventh-inning triple, and then recording a 6-0 victory on Friday behind Michael McGreevy and two relievers in a one-hit shutout. The outcomes left San Diego held to one hit Friday and facing offensive struggles across the two games, while St. Louis bullpen work and timely hitting produced the victories; key figures included Matthew Liberatore earning a win Thursday and Riley O’Brien recording a save, and the series momentum favored the Cardinals heading into the next scheduled game Sunday.

By Sarah Whitman | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

Thursday: Cardinals defeated Padres 2-1 in San Diego; Walker scored on Winn's triple.
Thursday: Matthew Liberatore allowed three hits and three walks in six innings; Riley O’Brien saved the game.
Friday: Michael McGreevy and two relievers combined for a one-hit shutout in a 6-0 Cardinals win.
Friday: Fernando Tatis Jr. misplayed a bases-loaded ball, producing multiple runs for St. Louis.
Following games: Cardinals carried momentum into the series; Padres faced questions about offense and defense.

News Intelligence

If you're a Cardinals fan, these wins boost morale and show promise for the season. If you're a Padres supporter, it's a wake-up call. Both teams' performances can influence the dynamics of future games. Keep an eye on Sunday's match.

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Who Benefited

The St. Louis Cardinals benefited from effective starting pitching, reliable relief appearances, and timely offense, which translated into consecutive road victories and improved momentum during the California trip.

Who Impacted

The San Diego Padres suffered from limited offense, defensive miscues including an error by Fernando Tatis Jr., and pitching inconsistencies that produced consecutive losses and raised concerns about lineup production.

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