Daniel Ponce de Leon, unexpectedly thrust onto the mound after scheduled starter Adam Wainwright experienced back spasms, struck out five batters in the first four innings before giving up a home run to Christian Walker as the Cardinals trailed Arizona 1-0 after four innings.
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The Cardinals have just one hit through four innings, a single by Matt Carpenter in the second from his new spot in the lineup, No. 5. The Cardinals haven't gotten a runner past first base in the game. Arizona starter Robbie Ray struck out four through four innings and Carpenter's hit was the only ball hit out of the infield for the Cardinals.