The Cardinals opened the season with a 12-1 win on Sunday, April 25th behind the solid pitching of John Johnson.  Johnson pitched a complete game 4-hitter, allowing one unearned run against one walk and 6 strikeouts.

Newcomer Paul Lepro led the offensive onslaught by going 3-for-3 with a double and a 2-run homer.  Joel Caito added 2 hits and 4 RBIs, while Jason Ligas went 1-for-3 with a double, 2 runs scored, 2 RBIs and 2 stolen bases.