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Nolan Arenado's Spectacular Catch Seals Cardinals' Sweep Over Diamondbacks Despite Injury Scare at Busch Stadium

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Published on May 26, 2025
Nolan Arenado's Spectacular Catch Seals Cardinals' Sweep Over Diamondbacks Despite Injury Scare at Busch StadiumSource: Wikipedia/Johnmaxmena2, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Third baseman Nolan Arenado made a crucial catch during Sunday’s game to help secure the Cardinals’ victory. According to KSDK, Arenado fell into the net and the first row of seats while catching a foul popup, briefly holding his back on the ground. Despite the fall, he returned to play and helped maintain the team’s lead at Busch Stadium.

Nolan Arenado made a key catch during Sunday’s game that helped the Cardinals secure a three-game sweep over the Diamondbacks. According to MotorCycleSports, the catch was described as "nothing short of miraculous." Despite briefly injuring his back while making the play, Arenado continued in the game, contributing to his team's victory at Busch Stadium.

The Cardinals continued their strong performance with their 16th win in the last 20 games following Sunday’s game. Despite experiencing pain from a fall during a key catch, third baseman Nolan Arenado stayed in the game to support his team. In an interview with MLB, Arenado said, “I lost my breath for about a minute, and I had never felt that before,” His determination helped maintain the Cardinals' winning streak.

Arenado fell into the netting during Sunday’s game but was able to recover and finish the game. The Cardinals secured a dramatic victory and completed a series sweep. Relief pitcher Phil Maton struck out the final batter to end the game.