Joc Pederson drives Rangers past Cardinals for fifth consecutive win
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 3, 2026, 2:49 AM
Last updated Jun 3, 2026
On June 2, 2026, the Texas Rangers defeated the St. Louis Cardinals 7-4 at Busch Stadium, extending their winning streak to five games. Joc Pederson contributed significantly with two doubles and an RBI single in the ninth inning, securing the victory after the Rangers had initially fallen behind 2-0. Despite a late rally attempt from the Cardinals, the Rangers added two insurance runs to maintain their lead. The two teams will meet again for the series finale.
- •Joc Pederson drove in two runs during the game.
- •Kyle Higashioka recorded three hits for Texas.
- •Rangers lead after overcoming an early deficit.
- •Rangers and Cardinals will play again on Wednesday.
- •MacKenzie Gore is scheduled to start for Texas.
- 2:49 AMYahoo Sports — 30-31 – Pederson powers Rangers to fifth win in a row in St. Louis
"Texas staves off St. Louis rally to keep streak alive
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