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St. Louis Cardinals 13, Los Angeles Dodgers 8 on September 1, 2026, at UNIQLO Field at Dodger Stadium. St. Louis produced 13 hits and five home runs, turning a 9.5-run Vegas total into a 21-run game while scoring 13 times. The Cardinals drove in 12 runs despite striking out 10 times, and their pitching staff limited Los Angeles to nine hits and six earned runs. The Dodgers generated eight RBIs, drew six walks, and struck out seven times, but their pitchers allowed 13 hits and 12 earned runs with three walks. Los Angeles also committed one error, adding to a difficult defensive and pitching performance. St. Louis’ power output was the decisive trend, as five homers created separation in a game that finished well above the projected total. The result improves the Cardinals’ run differential outlook.