[PHOTO OF BUSCH STADIUM]

The Cardinals host the Houston Astros to start a three-game series on Tuesday.

(Photo courtesy flickr)

By Eric Stock

The St. Louis Cardinals are back home for a brief three-game homestand as the Houston Astros come to Busch Stadium.
The Cardinals maintain a one-game lead over the Los Angeles Dodgers after splitting a four-game series in L.A.
Kyle Lohse (14-3) seeks his 15th win against Fernando Abad.
WJBC 1230 AM and 93.7 FM will have the play-by-play at 6:20 p.m.
Mike Shannon will host Live at Shannon's after the game.
Cubs vs. Reds
The Chicago Cubs will host the Cincinnati Reds. WEZ 98.9 FM will have the game at 6:30 p.m.