Cardinals-Brewers Game Postponed to July Doubleheader After St. Louis's 6-3 Win

Cardinals-Brewers Game Postponed to July 7 Split Doubleheader

Tuesday night's Cardinals-Brewers game at Busch Stadium has been postponed due to forecasted inclement weather, pushing the makeup date all the way to July 7. The St. Louis Cardinals announced the postponement and the rescheduling simultaneously, giving fans an immediate answer on what comes next.

The makeup game will be played as part of a split doubleheader on Tuesday, July 7 at Busch Stadium. Game 1 is set for 1:15 PM CT, with Game 2 following at 6:45 PM CT — the originally scheduled start time for that date. The Cardinals confirmed that tickets from Tuesday's postponed game will be valid for Game 1 on July 7.

• Postponed game: Cardinals vs. Brewers, May 5, 2026
• Reason: Forecasted inclement weather
• Makeup date: Tuesday, July 7, 2026 — Busch Stadium
• Game 1 start: 1:15 PM CT
• Game 2 start: 6:45 PM CT (originally scheduled)
• Ticket policy: May 5 tickets valid for Game 1 on July 7

Why Wednesday Wasn't an Option — and What's Next

The Cardinals and Brewers do play Wednesday, but a makeup game on that date was never a realistic option. Wednesday is a getaway day — the final game of the series before both clubs move on to their next destinations. Adding a doubleheader to a getaway day creates logistical problems for travel, roster management, and stadium operations that MLB clubs routinely avoid.

Wednesday's game is scheduled for a 1:15 PM ET first pitch. That game proceeds as planned. The postponed May 5 contest simply gets pushed to July 7, when the two teams are already set to meet again at Busch Stadium.

Under MLB's split doubleheader format, both clubs will be permitted to carry a 27th roster man for the day — a player recalled from the 40-man roster who accrues one day of service time and returns to the minors after the twin bill concludes. That roster flexibility will matter in July, particularly if either club is managing injuries or pitching depth at that point in the season.

For Cardinals fans holding May 5 tickets, the path forward is straightforward: those tickets get you into Game 1 on July 7 at 1:15 PM. No exchange required.

St. Louis enters Wednesday at 20-14, sitting second in the NL Central. A series win over Milwaukee would sharpen that standing. The Cardinals have the pitching performance from Monday to build on. The bullpen situation in the ninth inning is the only thread worth watching.

Kyle Leahy Dominates as Cardinals Win Series Opener 6-3

Monday night's series opener gave St. Louis plenty of momentum heading into the postponement. Kyle Leahy delivered one of his stronger outings of the season, working 5 1/3 innings while allowing just one run on six hits and two walks, striking out five Brewers hitters in the process.

Leahy entered the game carrying a 5.52 ERA and a 1.64 WHIP on the season — numbers that reflect his inconsistency in 2026. Monday's performance was a step in the right direction. He handed the ball to the bullpen with a lead firmly in hand.

The bullpen held that lead until the ninth inning, when Gordon Graceffo ran into trouble — surrendering three hits and two runs while recording just one out. Manager called on closer Riley O'Brien, who came in and retired the final two batters to preserve the 6-3 Cardinals win.

Offensively, second baseman JJ Wetherholt went 2-for-4 with two RBI, a run scored, and a walk. Designated hitter Iván Herrera was the Cardinals' most productive bat, finishing 2-for-4 with three RBI.

On the Milwaukee side, Jackson Chourio made his return to the big leagues after missing time early in the season with a fractured left hand suffered during the World Baseball Classic. He wasted no time making an impact — going 4-for-4 with a walk and a run scored. The Brewers lost the game, but Chourio's return is a significant development for Milwaukee's lineup.