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    Berrios aims to continue winning streak against Cardinals

    Right-handed pitcher José Berríos takes the mound Saturday as the Toronto Blue Jays aim for a second straight win at home against the St. Louis Cardinals.

    Watch live on Sportsnet and Sportsnet+ with the first pitch scheduled for 3:07 p.m. ET / 12:07 p.m. PT.

    The Blue Jays walked off the Cardinals 4-3 in the 11th inning during Friday’s series opener at the Rogers Centre. Alejandro Kirk drove in the winning run on a deep single into left field with the bases loaded.

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    Berríos (15-9, 3.52 ERA) will look to extend his six-game win streak. The 30-year-old set a career-high for wins in a single season during his most recent start last Saturday. Berríos gave up just one run and five hits with five strikeouts over six innings as the Blue Jays beat the Atlanta Braves 9-5.

    Toronto will be looking for an offensive contribution from Vladimir Guerrero Jr., who picked up a double in Friday’s outing. The hot-handed slugger hasn’t hit a home run in eight games and hasn’t had a multi-hit game over that same span.

    Right-handed pitcher Kyle Gibson (8-6) heads to the hill for the Cardinals. The 36-year-old has pitched well in his last two starts, giving up only one run in the last 13.2 innings while striking out 15.

    Should the Blue Jays take this one, they’ll win the inter-league series, marking their first series win against an NL opponent since they beat the San Francisco Giants in early July.

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    The Minnesota Twins’ ace pitcher, Jose Berrios, is looking to extend his winning streak against the St. Louis Cardinals as the two teams face off in a highly anticipated matchup. Berrios has been dominant on the mound this season, boasting an impressive 2.91 ERA and a 7-2 record.

    Berrios has had success against the Cardinals in the past, with a 3-0 record and a 1.80 ERA in three career starts against them. His ability to keep hitters off balance with his devastating curveball and pinpoint control has been key to his success against St. Louis.

    The Cardinals, however, are no slouches themselves. They boast a potent lineup led by sluggers like Paul Goldschmidt and Nolan Arenado, who have the ability to change the game with one swing of the bat. Berrios will need to be on top of his game to keep these dangerous hitters in check.

    Despite the challenge that the Cardinals present, Berrios remains confident in his abilities and is determined to continue his winning ways against them. His focus and determination on the mound have been evident all season, and he will look to carry that same mindset into this crucial matchup.

    As the Twins and Cardinals prepare to square off, all eyes will be on Berrios as he looks to lead his team to victory and extend his winning streak against a tough opponent. Fans can expect a thrilling showdown between two talented teams, with Berrios poised to play a key role in determining the outcome.