mlb Game Recap
Drew VerHagen vs David Robertson Tilt Ends in St. Louis 7-4 Win
Chicago lost in extra innings on Saturday, falling 7-4 to St. Louis in 10 innings.
Bettors who backed the Cardinals were rewarded as -117 favorites at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 8.
Giovanny Gallegos earned the victory for the Cardinals, throwing 2 innings of work, striking out 5, walking 1, and allowing 2 hits and 0 earned runs. That effort was supported by 4 RBIs from Brendan Donovan in the win.
Chicago got a 2.1-inning outing from David Robertson in the loss. He gave up 0 earned runs, 0 walks and 3 hits in his time on the mound, while Rafael Ortega had 2 hits in the loss for the Cubs.
Chicago enjoyed an edge at the plate with a 12-11 advantage in hits.