Quinn Mathews earns first MLB win as Cardinals beat Pirates

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The St. Louis Cardinals defeated the Pittsburgh Pirates 4-1 on Friday night at Busch Stadium. Rookie left-hander Quinn Mathews earned his first major league victory, pitching 5 2/3 innings and allowing only one run on five hits while striking out seven.

Jimmy Crooks provided significant offensive support with a two-run home run in the third inning following a double by Nolan Gorman. Jordan Walker contributed three hits and scored twice in the win. The Cardinals' victory brings their season record to 68-68.

For the Pirates, pitcher Jared Jones took the loss, surrendering three runs on seven hits over 4 1/3 innings. Jared Triolo drove in a run with an RBI single, but the Pirates were unable to overcome the Cardinals' pitching and defense. The Pirates' record stands at 65-71.

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Jared Jones · Jimmy Crooks · Pittsburgh Pirates · Quinn Mathews · St. Louis Cardinals

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[● 3 SOURCES] Mathews allowed one run over 5 2/3 innings. www.tribtoday.com · www.winnipegfreepress.com
[● 3 SOURCES] Mathews struck out seven batters during the game. www.tribtoday.com · www.winnipegfreepress.com
[● 4 SOURCES] Quinn Mathews earned his first career MLB win. goonerdaily.com · www.tribtoday.com · www.winnipegfreepress.com
[● 4 SOURCES] The St. Louis Cardinals defeated the Pittsburgh Pirates 4-1. goonerdaily.com · www.tribtoday.com · www.winnipegfreepress.com
[○ 1 SOURCE] The Pirates' record moved to 65-71. www.tribtoday.com
[● 2 SOURCES] Pirates pitcher Jared Jones allowed three runs on seven hits over 4 1/3 innings. www.tribtoday.com
[● 3 SOURCES] Jimmy Crooks hit a two-run home run. www.tribtoday.com · www.winnipegfreepress.com
[○ 1 SOURCE] The Cardinals improved to a 68-68 record. www.tribtoday.com