The St. Louis Cardinals are back home at Busch Stadium, riding the momentum of a successful west coast road trip as they prepare to reignite the I-70 rivalry against the Kansas City Royals this Friday. It's a showdown that always brings extra energy to the diamond, and this year's opener promises plenty of drama.

Taking the mound for the Redbirds is right-hander Dustin May, who will be looking to carry that road trip success into a friendly home crowd. On the other side, the Royals will counter with a familiar face: former Cardinal Michael Wacha returns to St. Louis, now wearing blue and white. Wacha's history with the Cardinals adds an extra layer of intrigue to this matchup—fans will be eager to see how he handles the Busch Stadium atmosphere in opposing colors.

First pitch is scheduled for 7:15 p.m. CT, and you can catch all the action live on Cardinals.tv. Whether you're cheering from the stands or watching from home, this I-70 series opener is the perfect way to kick off a weekend of baseball. Make sure you're geared up in your favorite Cardinals or Royals apparel to show your support!