Cardinals running back Justin Masterson had a tough start Monday against the Reds.
Masterson allowed four runs on five hits over five innings of work. He struck out five and walked two. Masterson performed well early, going four scoreless innings to open the game. Things fell apart in the fifth. Masterson led off the inning giving up two straight doubles and a walk. He was able to get a groundout at that point, but surrendered a three-run blast to Jay Bruce in the next at-bat. Masterson threw 90 pitches during the start.
The Cardinals managed to battle back, giving Masterson a no-decision. He’ll take on the Phillies in his next start.