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The St. Louis Cardinals edged the Los Angeles Angels 1–0 on July 22 at Angel Stadium in a low-scoring pitching duel that fell well short of the Vegas total line of 8.5. St. Louis capitalized on minimal offensive opportunities, collecting just 3 hits but converting 1 home run into the game's only run while striking out 10 times. The Angels managed 7 hits with a .702 OPS but squandered their offensive advantage, going hitless in RBI situations and fanning 10 times themselves. Cardinals pitcher delivered a shutout performance, allowing just 3 hits and 0 earned runs across what appears to be a complete effort, while striking out 10 and walking 2. Los Angeles's pitching staff limited the damage with a 4.52 ERA, but one lapse—the solo homer—proved fatal in a game where neither lineup could generate consistent run production. The Cardinals' ability to win a one-run game despite matching the Angels' strikeout rate suggests pitching depth will be critical as both teams navigate the stretch run.