mlb Game Recap
JoJo Romero vs Zack Littell Tilt Ends in St. Louis 5-2 Win
St. Louis grabbed a 5-2 win over Tampa Bay on Thursday, as Matthew Liberatore was credited with a win at Tropicana Field.
Bettors who backed the Cardinals were rewarded as +170 underdogs at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 9.5.
Matthew Liberatore earned the victory for the Cardinals, throwing 8 innings of work, striking out 7, walking 0, and allowing 2 hits and 0 earned runs. That effort was supported by 2 RBIs from Andrew Knizner in the win.
Tampa Bay got a 6-inning outing from Zack Littell in the loss. He gave up 3 earned runs, 0 walks and 7 hits in his time on the mound, while Wander Franco had 2 hits in the loss for the Rays.
St. Louis outhit their counterparts 11-4 in the game.
St. Louis looks to continue its winning ways next game with a battle against Kansas City. Tampa Bay will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Cleveland.