Brenden Schaeffer discusses the Cardinals 5-4 loss in 10 innings to the Pirates on July 3, 2024.

Mikolas had a solid start. Contreras had a key homer. But the bullpen had some warts as Giovanny Gallegos gave up a home run to Rowdy Tellez that proved costly in the outcome of the game.

Once the Cards got a lead in the 10th, Kittredge and Romero weren't able to hold it there, as the Pirates walked off on the Cardinals.

Should Helsley or Ryan Fernandez been used in this game by Oli Marmol? Well, the manager said neither were available. Is that a source of frustration for fans who wanted Oli to manage the 'pen differently Wednesday?

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