The Cardinals’ spring as a whole was forgettable at best.
But they’ve wasted no time in putting up solid offensive and pitching numbers in the first week of the season.
In five games, they have outscored their opponents 30-16 and have seen four players (Albert Pujols, Matt Holliday, Yadier Molina, and Colby Rasmus) hit two home runs.
The pitching has matched the offense's success.
Chris Carpenter won his first start, going six innings and allowing five hits and two earned runs while striking out five.
Adam Wainwright also won his first start, pitching seven strong innings and only allowing three hits and two earned runs while striking out six.
But the best news the Cardinals have gotten so far this season was rookie Jamie Garcia’s solid debut against Milwaukee on Sat ...
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