Cardinals first baseman Alec Burleson was 1-3 against Skenes Tuesday night, including his first extra-base hit. The 26-year-old is a career six-for-15 (.400) with four RBI when facing Skenes, with the most hits off him than any other major leaguer.

Two RBIs from Alec Burleson, seven innings from starter Matthew Liberatore and a save in his first opportunity by Gordon Graceffo helped the Cardinals beat the Pirates 2-1 on Tuesday.

The St. Louis Cardinals won a closely fought encounter against the Pittsburgh Pirates in a closely contested 2-1 win, and in the process, extended their unbeaten run over Paul Skenes, who is still winless against them.