Leake (9-12) took the loss in his final start of the year after allowing two runs on five hits over five innings against the Reds. He struck out six and didn't issue a walk.

EDGE Analysis

It certainly wasn't a bad outing, but it was a short one and the Cardinals were unable to muster much offense anyway, sticking them with a loss they could ill afford as they battle for a wild-card spot. This was one of Leake's worst campaigns in the majors, as his 4.69 ERA represents a career high and his 1.32 WHIP is the righty's highest mark since 2012. But he's on a long-term deal in St. Louis, so he'll have plenty of chances to find himself next year.