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Cardinals get off to fast start in win over Astros

Masyn Winn, José Fermín and Alec Burleson homered as Andre Pallante allowed one run over five innings for his first road win since 2025.

  • On Saturday, the St. Louis Cardinals defeated the Houston Astros 7-5, powered by home runs from Masyn Winn, Jose Fermin, and Alec Burleson, extending their winning streak to four games.
  • Cardinals right-hander Andre Pallante earned his first road win since May 16, 2025, limiting Houston to one run over five innings, while Astros starter Lance McCullers Jr. yielded four runs and four hits.
  • Nolan Gorman contributed two RBIs with a single, and Jordan Walker extended his hitting streak to 13 games, providing offensive support beyond the home runs.
  • Despite a late three-run homer by Shay Whitcomb, Houston has now lost 11 of 13 games, while St. Louis reliever Riley O'Brien secured his sixth save.
  • The teams conclude their series on Sunday with St. Louis left-hander Matthew Liberatore opposing Houston right-hander Mike Burrows in the series finale.
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Cardinals top Astros 7-5 in 10 innings to extend win streak to 5 games

HOUSTON (AP) — Masyn Winn cleared the bases with a double down the third base line, and the St. Louis Cardinals won their fifth straight game, beating the Houston Astros

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Astros bring home losing streak into matchup with the Cardinals

St. Louis Cardinals (12-8, third in the NL Central) vs. Houston Astros (8-14, fifth in the AL West)

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Cardinals get off to fast start in win over Astros

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