Angels' Electric Rally Secures Fourth Straight Win in Extra-Inning Thriller

The Los Angeles Angels continued their thrilling run, securing a 9-7 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals in 11 innings, marking their fourth consecutive win and second straight extra-inning triumph. The team's clubhouse atmosphere was described as "electric," reflecting their newfound momentum. Despite blowing leads in the eighth and tenth innings, the Angels displayed remarkable resilience, delivering crucial two-out hits in the eleventh. Kyren Paris delivered a game-winning RBI single, followed by a two-run double from Yoán Moncada, securing the victory for rookie pitcher Ryan Johnson, who earned his first Major League win a day after his first save.

Johnson made history, becoming the first pitcher since Ryan Weathers in 2021 to record a win and a save within his first three career appearances. The Angels' victory was a rollercoaster ride, with Nolan Schanuel's throwing error allowing the Cardinals to tie the game in the eighth, and the Cardinals rallying for three runs in the tenth. However, the Angels' late-game heroics ultimately prevailed. The game also featured a strong performance from Kyle Hendricks, who maintained his impressive career record against the Cardinals.