The Philadelphia Phillies' offense didn't look too much better their last time out, but they managed enough runs to get a rare win at home. 

Ryan Howard faced an 0-2 count in a tie game and was one unenviable pitch from adding to his league-high strikeout total. 

Ryan Howard homered leading off the eighth inning and Philadelphia's sputtering offense showed small signs of breaking loose in the Phillies' 4-2 win over the St. 

Cardinals left-hander Mark Mulder left his comeback start against the Philadelphia Phillies with more pain in his shoulder after throwing only 16 pitches and recording one out in the first inning on Wednesday night. 

Joel Pineiro snapped a long winless drought by making a key pitch every time he needed one. 

Joel Pineiro and three relievers combined on a six-hitter, Rick Ankiel and Ryan Ludwick hit solo homers and the St. 

Mark Mulder would like to finally put his shoulder troubles behind him. 

Milwaukee struck first with CC. 

KEY 

Fantasy baseball waivers and the acquisition of fantasy baseball free agents can make or break a season. 

Cole Hamels didn't earn a spot on the NL All-Star team, but that won't diminish his importance in helping the Philadelphia Phillies maintain their lead in the NL East. 

--3B Troy Glaus no doubt is delighted the Chicago Cubs have left town. 

MEDICAL WATCH: OF Brian Barton (bruised right right wrist) was placed on the 15-day disabled list July 6. 

Some flaws are beginning to emerge with the Cardinals. 

Injuries can ruin a fantasy season.