The Houston Astros clinched a tight 2-0 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals Tuesday night, thanks to stellar performances from Jake Meyers and Hunter Brown.
The game, held at Busch Stadium in St. Louis, featured impressive pitching, timely hits, and key defensive plays that ultimately secured the win for the Astros.
Brown’s Commanding Start Anchors the Victory
Hunter Brown (2-1) was flawless through six shutout innings, showcasing control and poise in his first career outing against the Cardinals.
The right-hander gave up just four hits, issued two walks, and struck out four. This marks his fourth quality start of the season, affirming his reliability in the Astros’ rotation.
With Brown holding the Cardinals scoreless, the bullpen followed suit. Josh Hader entered in the ninth and delivered a perfect 1-2-3 frame to earn his fourth save of the season, slamming the door on any hopes of a late Cardinals rally.
Meyers Sparks Offense, Ends Hitless Streak
Jake Meyers, who entered the game hitless in his last nine at-bats, broke the drought in a pivotal way.
In the top of the sixth inning, Jeremy Peña doubled to left and later scored when Meyers punched a single to right that fell in front of a diving Jordan Walker. Peña rounded third and scored just ahead of the throw, giving the Astros a 1-0 lead.
Meyers finished the game with three hits and one RBI, igniting a much-needed offensive spark for the Astros.
Alvarez Adds Insurance with Late Homer
Yordan Alvarez delivered a solo shot in the eighth inning off reliever Kyle Leahy, extending the Astros’ lead to 2-0. It was a leadoff homer that provided breathing room for the bullpen and proved crucial in the tightly contested matchup.
Cardinals’ Fedde Impresses Despite Loss
On the opposing side, Erick Fedde (1-2) turned in a strong performance for the Cardinals, giving up six hits and three walks over six innings while striking out five. Despite the loss, it marked his third quality start in four appearances this season.
Fedde navigated multiple high-pressure situations, notably escaping bases-loaded jams in the second and fourth innings without surrendering a run. In the fourth, he retired Jose Altuve on a flyout to center, preserving the 0-0 score at the time.
Game-Changing Moments
| Key Moment | Details |
|---|---|
| Top of 6th | Meyers’ RBI single scores Peña, breaking scoreless tie |
| 8th Inning | Yordan Alvarez hits a solo home run for insurance |
| Fedde Escapes | Bases loaded jams in 2nd & 4th with clutch outs |
Notable Stat: Donovan’s Hitting Streak Continues
Brendan Donovan doubled in the fourth inning to extend his MLB-leading hitting streak to 11 games. He currently tops the National League in batting average at an impressive .382, continuing his hot streak at the plate.
What’s Next for Both Teams?
Both teams are set to conclude the series on Wednesday. The Astros will send Ronel Blanco (1-1, 6.94 ERA) to the mound, while the Cardinals will counter with Steven Matz (0-0, 1.93 ERA). Both pitchers are looking to make a statement as the series finale approaches.
The Astros’ 2-0 victory over the Cardinals highlighted the power of dominant pitching and timely hitting.
Jake Meyers snapped out of a slump with a crucial RBI, while Hunter Brown continued to prove his consistency on the mound. With both teams battling hard, the final game of the series promises more action as the season heats up.