TJ Friedl had a two-run single and scored Cincinnati’s other run, all in the fifth inning, as the Reds beat the St. Louis Cardinals 3-0 on Tuesday night.
Emilio Pagán pitched the ninth for his first save this season and 33rd of his career. He loaded the bases with nobody out on two singles and a walk before striking out the next three batters to end the game.
Andre Pallante (6-8) pitched five innings, allowing three runs on six hits. He struck out six, with five walks, a balk and a wild pitch.
INF Brendan Donovan (foot infection) missed the last two games. He returned to the lineup playing second base and leading off. … RHP Lance Lynn (knee strain) will be activated Wednesday and will start, 5:50 with the pregame and the first pitch at 6:45 on KIRX.