Shelby Miller returns to play St. Louis on WJBC

Posted on July 25, 2015
Busch Stadium
(Photo by Facebook/Nicolas Henderson)

By WJBC staff

Shelby Miller makes his first start against the St. Louis Cardinals after he was traded by them at the end of last season when St. Louis plays host to the Atlanta Braves at Busch Stadium.

Coverage begins with the pre-game show on WJBC 1230 AM at 5:20 p.m. with the first pitch at 6:15 p.m.

Miller, who was drafted by the Cardinals in 2009, has a 5-6 record and a 2.33 earned run average. He will be opposed by the Cardinals’ Carlos Martinez, who is 10-4 with a 2.51 ERA.

Meanwhile, on your computer or smart phone at wjbc.com, the Normal CornBelters continue their three-game series against the Gateway Grizzles at the CornCrib at 6:30 p.m.

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