St. Louis was unable to hold a 1-0 ninth-inning lead Thursday night and now travel off to Texas for three games. Both teams will be looking to get their offenses going in the warmer weather of the Lone Star State, as the Cardinals are hitting .203, while the Rangers are batting only .186. All eyes will be focused on how first baseman Albert Pujols reacts to criticism following Game 2, as many feel that a defensive play that he was unable to make cost the team a potential win. St. Louis is 21-22 versus left-handed starters this year and the ‘over’ is 23-19 in those contests.
Texas is ready to play in front of its home crowd and play just the fourth World Series home game in franchise history. “It’s going to be crazy, just crazy,” commented Rangers infielder Michael Young. “I’ve played in the postseason in Yankee Stadium and I’ve played in Detroit and now St. Louis. This is the loudest I’ve ever played in front of.” The Rangers and Cardinals, who both ranked among the majors’ top 5 in runs scored, have combined for a total of eight runs in the first two games. Texas is 77-46 versus right-handed starters and 57-29 when playing at home. - http://www.madduxsports.com
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