Cardinals pitcher Michael Wacha turned in an impressive performance in his season debut Wednesday, giving up three hits and one walk in 6 2/3 innings while striking out seven, but he didn't factor into the decision in his team's 1-0 loss to the Reds.
Wacha and fellow youngster Tony Cingrani battled to a scoreless tie while striking out 16 batters in a combined 13 2/3 innings in this pitchers' duel. Wacha will look for another strong outing in a rematch with the Reds Monday.