Cardinals Complete Thrilling Comeback in Extra Innings! 
What a game, Cardinals fans! Our boys fought hard and showed true resilience to snatch a victory from the Washington Nationals in an intense 11-inning showdown. Let's dive into the highlights and pivotal moments of the game.Slow Start, Big Heart 
The Cardinals found themselves trailing early, with the Nationals putting up 4 runs in the first two innings. It wasn't until the 4th inning when we started to chip away at their lead. Paul Goldschmidt scored our first run off a sacrifice fly by Dylan Carlson, and Nolan Arenado was driven in by a clutch infield single from Pedro Pagés. By the end of the 5th inning, it was 5-3.The Comeback Trail 
In the 8th, Nolan Gorman stepped up and singled in Arenado, trimming the deficit to just one run. Our bullpen held strong, keeping the Nationals off the board through the next two innings. Then in the 9th, Willson Contreras worked some magic with a solo homer to tie the game at 5-5! It was a clutch moment that sent the game into extra innings.Extra Innings Drama 
After a tough bottom of the 10th where the Nationals tied it up again, we entered the 11th inning with the score locked at 6-6. That's when Contreras struck out, but a passed ball allowed Masyn Winn to score, putting us in the lead once more. Ryan Helsley then came in to close it out and secured the win with some solid pitching in the bottom half of the inning.Key Performances 
- Nolan Arenado was on fire, going 4-for-5 with 4 singles and 1 crucial run.
- Willson Contreras not only hit the game-tying homer in the 9th but also scored the go-ahead run in the 11th.
- Ryan Helsley held his nerve in the bottom of the 11th to save the game and clinch the victory for us.
Final Thoughts 
This never-give-up attitude and sheer determination are what make being a Cardinals fan so rewarding. The team showed not just skill, but heart. Let's celebrate this win and look forward to more thrilling victories ahead!Go Cards!
Scoreboard for Cardinals @ Nationals (July 5th, 2024)
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 14 | 0 |
| 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 7 | 14 | 0 |