Pirates defeat Cardinals 6-2 behind Ashcraft's strong outing

The Pittsburgh Pirates defeated the St. Louis Cardinals 6-2 on Thursday afternoon at Busch Stadium. Braxton Ashcraft pitched seven strong innings to lead the way.

The Pittsburgh Pirates defeated the St. Louis Cardinals 6-2 on Thursday afternoon at Busch Stadium. Braxton Ashcraft completed seven innings while striking out nine and allowing four hits and two walks. His performance was the third in his last four starts to reach the seventh inning and helped limit the bullpen's workload.

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