What happened: The St. Louis Cardinals are slated for a Father's Day matinee, marking the holiday with an afternoon game. The club shared the plans alongside its Father's Day messaging to fans.

Why it matters: Holiday day games are a staple of the baseball calendar and draw families to the ballpark, but the matinee carries the usual regular-season stakes for a Cardinals club still working to climb its division. Each result matters as the season progresses.

What to watch: Watch for the Cardinals' lineup and starter for the afternoon contest, along with how the holiday crowd turns out.