ST. LOUIS (AP) — Brandon Nimmo hit a three-run homer to spark a six-run fifth inning, and the New York Mets rallied to beat the St. Louis Cardinals 7-5 on Tuesday night.
The Cardinals not only dropped their fourth straight game, but also lost catcher Willson Contreras to a broken left forearm in the second inning after he was hit by J.D. Martinez’s swing. Contreras, a three-time All-Star, is hitting .280 with a team-leading six home runs and 12 RBIs.
“I’m in pain pretty good, but I’m really upset missing,” Contreras said. “I know that it’s going to be tough for me to watch the games and not out there with the guys, but I’m going to do my best to stay present, pick each other up and cheer for them because that’s the best thing I can do.”
José Buttó allowed three runs in five innings as the Mets won their second consecutive game. All three runs he permitted came in the first, but Buttó (1-2) retired nine of his last 10 batters. He yielded five hits, struck out three and walked three.
Gwyneth versus the Golden Arches! Paltrow mocked for homemade 'McMuffin' without a BUN
Abu Ghraib detainee shares emotional testimony during trial against Virginia military contractor
Zion Williamson, at long last, set to suit up for the Pelicans in the NBA postseason
China's largest freshwater lake sees rising water level
The Olympic torch is being welcomed in French port city of Marseille with fanfare and high security
Revised budget adjustment removes obstacle as Maine lawmakers try to wrap up work
China's national political advisory body holds leadership meeting
House Speaker Mike Johnson leaves uncertain his plan to advance aid for Israel and Ukraine
China's telecoms industry expands steadily in Q1
Budimir misses unforgettable last