MILWAUKEE – Rhys Hoskins secured a crucial win for the Milwaukee Brewers with a powerful three-run home run in the seventh inning, propelling his team to a 5-3 victory against the struggling St. Louis Cardinals on Saturday night. The game-changing homer, Hoskins’ ninth of the season, marked a pivotal moment in the match, breaking the deadlock and sending the Cardinals to their seventh consecutive defeat. The Brewers, currently leading the NL Central, extended their dominance over the Cardinals with their eighth consecutive win against them, dating back to the previous season.

Hoskins’ Heroics

In a tense game where the Brewers trailed 3-2, Hoskins’ 407-foot blast to center field off reliever Andrew Kittredge (0-2) turned the tide in Milwaukee’s favor. His timely hit showcased his prowess as a key offensive asset for the Brewers this season.

Pitching Prowess

Milwaukee’s victory was not only fueled by Hoskins’ heroics but also by a strong pitching performance. Starter Freddy Peralta bounced back from a challenging previous outing, allowing just three runs in six innings while striking out eight batters. Relievers Hoby Milner (1-0), Bryan Hudson, and Trevor Megill combined forces to keep the Cardinals at bay, conceding only four hits in three shutout innings. Megill sealed the win, earning his fourth save of the season.

Cardinals’ Struggles Continue

On the other side, the Cardinals faced continued frustration as they struggled to halt their losing streak. St. Louis, currently last in the division and trailing the Brewers by nine games, now holds the unwanted record for the longest active losing streak in the majors.

Key Moments

Despite a late attempt at a comeback by the Cardinals, highlighted by Paul Goldschmidt’s single in the ninth inning, the Brewers’ defense held firm. Goldschmidt’s breakthrough hit ended his career-worst 0-for-32 skid but wasn’t enough to overturn the Brewers’ lead. St. Louis starter Kyle Gibson delivered a solid performance, striking out seven batters in five innings, but ultimately fell short against Milwaukee’s offense.

Injury Updates

In roster adjustments, the Cardinals activated infielder Matt Carpenter from the injured list, while the Brewers activated pitcher Mitch White.

What’s Next

The Cardinals will look to bounce back as they send right-handed pitcher Miles Mikolas (2-5, 6.43 ERA) to face off against Brewers’ right-hander Bryse Wilson (2-1, 2.40 ERA) in their next matchup.

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