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Pittsburgh Pirates vs. St. Louis Cardinals: October 4, 2022
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Cardinals think Ryan Helsley's finger will be OK. Jack Flaherty could be a 'force.
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Helsley getting finger tested, weekend status TBD
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Notebook: Finger injury sidelines Ryan Helsley for Cardinals' Game 2, invites scrutiny of usage
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Closer Ryan Helsley (finger) expects to be ready to pitch when St. Louis Cardinals open playoffs - ESPN
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Cardinals rally late, beat Pirates 8-7 in 10 innings Midwest News - Bally Sports
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Quick hits: Cardinals rally to sink Pirates, but gasp when closer Ryan Helsley jams finger
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Helsley on jammed finger: 'I don't think anything's super wrong with it'
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Oliver Marmol's bad moves put Cardinals on brink of elimination - Sports Illustrated