For just the third time this century, the Cardinals have failed to make the postseason for two seasons running. With Friday’s 5-1 loss to the Guardians, the Cardinals were mathematically eliminated from National League playoff contention.

St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Kyle Gibson gives up solo home runs in fifth and sixth innings as the Cleveland Guardians beat the Cardinals 5-2 on Friday, Sept, 20, 2024,

José Ramírez had three hits including his 36th home run, drove in two and stole his 40th base as the Cleveland Guardians beat the St.

José Ramirez had three hits including his 36th home run, drove in two and stole his 40th base as the Cleveland Guardians beat the St. Louis Cardinals 5-1 to move closer to the AL Central crown