Cardinals’ Wainwright Announces Retirement After Final Home Start

St. Louis Cardinals pitcher Adam Wainwright has announced his retirement following his final home start at Busch Stadium. Wainwright, who has been a cornerstone of the Cardinals’ rotation for nearly two decades, received a standing ovation from the crowd after pitching six strong innings in a 5-3 win over the Cincinnati Reds. Wainwright ends his career with over 200 wins and three All-Star appearances. The Cardinals plan to honor Wainwright with a special ceremony during their final home game of the season.

Astros’ Altuve Leads Team to Victory Over Royals

Jose Altuve delivered a clutch performance for the Houston Astros, leading the team to a 4-2 win over the Kansas City Royals. Altuve went 3-for-4 with a home run and two RBIs, providing the spark the Astros needed to stay in the hunt for the AL West title. Starting pitcher Framber Valdez also contributed, striking out eight over seven innings. The victory keeps the Astros in a tight race with the Rangers and Mariners for the division crown.

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