<p>Texas Rangers manager Ron Washington hits during practice for Game 1 of baseball's World Series against the St. Louis Cardinals Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2011, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)</p>
October 19, 2011
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October 19, 2011 9 p.m.
Cards, Rangers ready for spotlight
Tonight's Game 1 marks first meeting since 2004 season
Albert Pujols and Josh Hamilton in a matchup of MVP sluggers. Nelson Cruz and David Freese becoming bigger names with each home run swing. Pitching staffs full of shaky starters and shutdown relievers.