Reyes, Cards Win In Green

Happy St. Patrick’s Day!  It’s days like today that I miss living in a drinking town like St. Louis.  People here in Miami don’t even know it’s a holiday.

Anyway, the Cardinals played host to the Braves for the second straight day today.  The Cards wore the traditional green jerseys and caps, but didn’t need any luck to beat Atlanta 4-2.  Anthony Reyes got the start, and pitched four solid innings, allowing no runs on three hits, and striking out two.  On offense, Rick Ankiel drove in two with a double, and Aaron Miles and Joe Mather each had an RBI as well.  For those still keeping track, shortstop Cesar Izturis committed his sixth error today, and was 0 for 2 at the plate.  Here’s the full box score.

As predicted, with another round of cuts today, the Cards sent six players back to minor league camp, including top prospect Colby Rasmus.  Joe Mather was also sent down, leaving Brendan Ryan to make the team out of camp.  The final outfield spot is technically still open, but as discussed briefly on Saturday, it will go to Rule 5 pick Brian Barton.  Matthew Leach has more on today’s cuts.

That’s it for today.  Enjoy your St. Patrick’s Day.  I need to go find some green beer!