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Leahy Battles Heat, Strikes Out Nine
27 Jul
Summary
- Kyle Leahy achieved career-highs in strikeouts and pitches thrown.
- Leahy allowed two runs on six hits in six innings.
- The pitcher demonstrated resilience in near triple-digit temperatures.
Cardinals pitcher Kyle Leahy showcased remarkable resilience on Sunday, battling near triple-digit temperatures to deliver a strong performance despite not having his best stuff. He allowed two runs on six hits across six innings, walking one batter and fanning a career-high nine. Leahy threw a career-high 102 pitches, with 68 for strikes, demonstrating his stamina in the extreme heat.
Leahy noted that he found a better feel for his slider as the game progressed and felt his body was in a much better place this season compared to earlier months. He previously set a career-high for strikeouts against the Reds earlier this season on May 23. The team's offense sputtered, failing to capitalize on scoring opportunities in later innings, and the bullpen was depleted, leading to the Reds' eventual victory in extra innings.
