Lance Lynn Looks to Follow Sonny Gray’s Lead in Cardinals vs. Athletics Matchup

In a battle of veteran right-handers, Lance Lynn of the St. Louis Cardinals will look to follow in the footsteps of Sonny Gray and secure his first win of the season as the Cardinals take on the Oakland Athletics on Tuesday night.

Gray, pitching against his former team, delivered a stellar performance in the series opener, holding the Cardinals to just one run on four hits over six innings. Lynn, who boasts a 2.63 ERA but is still searching for his first win, is coming off a strong outing against the Phillies where he allowed just one hit over five innings.

With all three veteran newcomers – Lynn, Gray, and Kyle Gibson – now lined up in the Cardinals’ rotation, manager Oliver Marmol is confident in their ability to contribute to the team both on and off the field.

Lynn has had success against the A’s in the past, boasting a 6-2 record with a 3.59 ERA in 11 starts. He will face off against Oakland’s left-hander JP Sears, who is coming off a strong outing against the Rangers but has struggled in his first two starts of the season.

One player to watch in this matchup is A’s outfielder Esteury Ruiz, who made an immediate impact with a pinch-hit home run in his season debut. Manager Mark Kotsay praised Ruiz’s improved swing and believes he has the potential to make a significant contribution to the team.

As the Cardinals and A’s prepare to face off in the second game of the series, both teams will be looking to secure a crucial win. Stay tuned to SactownSports.com for all the latest updates on this exciting matchup.