St. Louis looks to extend its advantage in the NL Central as it tries to win its fifth straight home series against the Houston Astros starting tonight.

The Cardinals, opening a nine-game homestand, have won five straight series at Busch Stadium, going 12-4 during that span. St. Louis has won four consecutive home series versus Houston since the teams split a four-game set in 2007.

Cardinals scheduled starter Adam Wainwright has pitched very well in St. Louis this season, posting a 2.02 ERA in 14 starts, but going 5-6 in those games. Wainwright is 1-1 with a 1.50 ERA in two starts against Houston this year.

Wandy Rodriguez takes the mound for Houston, which begins a nine-game trip. The lefthander has gone 7-1 with a 2.38 ERA in his last 11 starts.

The Cardinals are 5-4 against the Astros this year.

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