Cardinals SP Adam Wainwright allowed only five hits -- three of them solo homers -- and struck out six while walking two in a complete-game win Saturday against the Astros -- his second of the season. He allowed three runs. Lance Berkman was responsible for two of the homers, his 22nd career multihomer game. "It was a battle the entire game," said Wainwright, who threw 127 pitches. "It was a great game. They really played hard. It's just a huge win."

Wainwright goes nine strong in win

Cardinals SP Adam Wainwright tossed seven strong inning Monday against the Brewers, but took a no decision as he left amid a 2-all tie. Wainwright had a 2-0 lead going into the third inning before allowing Milwaukee to tie the game. He allowed four hits and four walks while striking out six. Wainwright, who retired 11 in a row at one point, has a career 2.02 ERA in 11 appearances against Milwaukee.

Wainwright effective as Cards beat Brewers

Adam Wainwright pitched into the eighth inning and homered Wednesday night, helping the St. Louis Cardinals run their home winning streak to seven with a 5-4 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers. Wainwright retired the first 11 batters in order and allowed one earned run and five hits in 7 2/3 innings. Wainwright hit his third career homer, connecting for a solo shot off Carlos Villanueva (1-2) for a 3-0 lead in the second. Wainwright also singled and is 4-for-8 with two RBI this season. He walked two and struck out six.

Wainwright pitches gem to earn win

Adam Wainwright twirled a five hitter for 7.2 innings to pick up his second victory of the season against the Brewers. Wainwright allowed just one earned run and five hits on the night as he struck out six.Wainwright has some issues considering the massive increase he had last year in IP, but there is no concern about his ability as he continues to show why he is the team's new ace.

Adam Wainwright needed 107 pitches to hold the Nationals to just two runs over eight innings for the Cardinals to pick up his first win of the season. Wainwright allowed eight hits and one walk while striking out four.Wainwright will look to at least duplicated his production of last season (14 wins and 3.70 ERA), though a better goal might be for him to try and limit baserunners as last years 1.40 WHIP is far too high for a top flight starter.

Cards' Wainwright goes eight innings in win

Wainwright's next start will be Saturday