The Cardinals have finally punched their ticket and can focus on their postseason march to the World Series. It’s been a war of attrition for St. Louis during the regular season, but several factors point to a 12th title for the organization:
1. Matt Carpenter is built for October. The third baseman’s .299 average for September entering the nightcap last night was his highest monthly batting average this year since he hit .372 in April. And the 8 homers he’s slugged this month is the most he’s hit in a month this year. It’s no fluke, either. For his
