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Joc Pederson's late single lifts Rangers over Cardinals 7-4

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Last updated Jun 3, 2026

Joc Pederson's late single lifts Rangers over Cardinals 7-4

Summary

The Texas Rangers rallied in the ninth inning to secure a 7-4 victory against the St. Louis Cardinals on Tuesday night at Busch Stadium. Joc Pederson contributed a tiebreaking single in the ninth, finishing the game with three hits and two RBIs. The victory marks the Rangers' fifth consecutive win, highlighting their offensive efficiency with key contributions from Josh Jung and Kyle Higashioka. Texas manufactured three runs in the ninth after trailing, while Cardinals' reliever Riley O'Brien struggled, allowing three earned runs. The Rangers will send Mackenzie Gore to the mound for the series finale on Wednesday, facing Andre Gallante of the Cardinals.

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By the Numbers

•Joc Pederson went 3-for-4 with two RBIs and a run scored.
•Rangers scored three runs in the ninth inning to rally for the win.
•Texas improves to 5-4 in their last nine games.
•Cal Quantrill earns the win, improving to 3-0 this season.
•Rangers next face Cardinals in the series finale on Wednesday.

Latest Updates

3:36 AMYahoo Sports — Joc Pederson leads Rangers past Cardinals 7-4 for 5th straight win
3:25 AMYahoo Sports — Rangers' Win Streak Goes to Five as Three-Run Ninth Topples Cardinals

What they're saying

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Joc Pederson hit a tiebreaking single in the ninth inning and the Texas Rangers beat the St. Louis Cardinals 7-4 on Tuesday night for their season-best fifth straight victory. Pederson went 3 for 4 with two doubles and two RBIs. Josh Jung also drove in two runs and Kyle Higashioka had three hits for Texas.
— Yahoo Sports