Wainwright made his return to an MLB mound Wednesday, giving up two hits and a run while recording a strikeout in an inning of work against the Pirates.

EDGE Analysis

Sure, he wasn't at his sharpest, but it's impressive that Wainwright's made his way back from Achilles surgery, and he'll likely make regular-season another appearance or two with an eye on being an integral member of the St. Louis bullpen in the playoffs.