TJ Friedl's two-run single in the fifth inning helped the Cincinnati Reds secure a 3-0 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals. The Reds' Elly De La Cruz showcased his speed, stealing his MLB-leading 64th base.

Rhett Lowder, a promising first-round draft pick, earned his first win, pitching five scoreless innings. Emilio Pagán earned the save, striking out three batters in a tense ninth inning after loading the bases.

Cardinals manager David Bell faced his fifth ejection of the season during the game.