Brewers Pound Cardinals, Ortiz Hits Homer as Gasser Shines

Doubleheader Split with a Commanding Win

The Brewers completed a doubleheader sweep of the Cardinals on Tuesday night, winning the second game 10‑2 after a 4‑3 victory in the makeup game from May 5. Jacob Misiorowski spun 11 strikeouts in the opener, helping Milwaukee secure the early lead. The twin‑bill victory stretched Milwaukee’s winning streak to four straight contests.

In the nightcap, Robert Gasser recorded a career‑high 7 2/3 innings, allowing just a two‑run homer to Nelson Velázquez. The right‑hander struck out four, walked one, and gave up four hits while earning his second win of the season. Gasser’s steady pitching anchored the Brewers’ dominant performance.

Ortiz Sparks Offensive Explosion

Joey Ortiz sparked the Milwaukee offense with a solo home run that ignited a seven‑run outburst in the seventh inning against Cardinals reliever Jared Shuster. The blast cleared the scoreboard and helped the Brewers build an insurmountable lead. Ortiz’s power burst was part of a flurry that included RBI singles from Brice Turang, Gary Sánchez, and Jackson Chourio.

Cooper Pratt opened the scoring with a leadoff triple in the third inning and later drove in a run with a groundout to Christian Yelich. Luis Lara, making his major‑league debut, collected his first hit and an RBI on a two‑run single that pushed Milwaukee ahead 3‑0 in the fifth. The rookie’s early contribution signaled depth in the lineup.

Cardinals Struggle to Keep Pace

St. Louis’ offense stumbled as Hunter Dobbins (1‑1) allowed three runs on four hits over five innings in his 27th‑man appearance. The Cardinals could manage only a single run, falling to their fourth straight loss. Relief pitcher Bryan Torres posted a scoreless two‑inning stint, but it wasn’t enough to close the gap.

The loss extended the Cardinals’ losing streak to four games and dropped them further out of the NL Central hunt. Milwaukee’s 7‑1 advantage in the series now gives the Brewers confidence heading into the next stretch.

Streaks and Momentum

Milwaukee’s current four‑game winning streak is capped by a dominant defensive and offensive showcase against St. Louis. The Brewers have now taken seven consecutive meetings against the Cardinals, highlighting a clear superiority in the matchup. This run of success has lifted the team’s confidence as they approach the All‑Star break.

Defensive play and clutch hitting have been key ingredients in the recent victories. The Brewers have proven depth across hitting and the rotation, making them a tough opponent for any team. Their momentum will be tested in the upcoming series.

Next Up: Post‑Break Matchups

The Cardinals will turn to right‑hander Michael McGreevy (3‑7, 3.12 ERA) for his final start before the All‑Star break, after a one‑day delay in his rotation. The Brewers will counter with left‑handed ace Kyle Harrison (8‑1, 2.82 ERA) on Wednesday night. Both starters have been pivotal in their clubs’ recent results.

This matchup marks the fourth game of a five‑game series, with each team looking to build on their current form. Fans can expect both bullpens to be scrutinized as the season heads toward the mid‑season hiatus.