Carlson went 2-for-3 with a three-run homer in a 7-2 win over the Pirates in the second game of Friday's doubleheader.

EDGE Analysis

After appearing as a pinch hitter in the matinee following his recall from the Cards' alternate site, Carlson got the start in center field during the nightcap and wrapped up the scoring for the evening with his second home run of the year. The 21-year-old is slashing only .179/.229/.295 through his first 25 big-league games, but his future remains very bright.