Cardinals Take Series From Yankees With 3-1 Win in Bronx

NEW YORK — The St. Louis Cardinals salvaged a series win over the New York Yankees in the Bronx, closing with a 3-1 victory Wednesday night after dropping the first two games.

The Cardinals had entered the finale in danger of a sweep. New York won the opener 13-7 and followed with a 2-0 shutout to put St. Louis on the brink.

During the Yankees' run, top prospect George Lombard Jr. made his MLB debut, homering for his first career hit and contributing in the field.

Andre Pallante earned his 12th win of the season Wednesday, his performance central to the series-clinching result. JJ Wetherholt and Ivan Herrera each hit doubles for St. Louis.

The Cardinals entered the series 56-58, sitting on the fringe of both the NL Central race and the wild card picture. The series win keeps their playoff hopes intact.

NEW YORK — The St. Louis Cardinals salvaged a series win over the New York Yankees in the Bronx, closing with a 3-1 victory Wednesday night after dropping the first two games.

The Cardinals had entered the finale in danger of a sweep. New York won the opener 13-7 and followed with a 2-0 shutout to put St. Louis on the brink.

During the Yankees' run, top prospect George Lombard Jr. made his MLB debut, homering for his first career hit and contributing in the field.

Andre Pallante earned his 12th win of the season Wednesday, his performance central to the series-clinching result. JJ Wetherholt and Ivan Herrera each hit doubles for St. Louis.

The Cardinals entered the series 56-58, sitting on the fringe of both the NL Central race and the wild card picture. The series win keeps their playoff hopes intact.