One study by economist Robert Maness and Loyola University law professor James Langenfeld--and paid for by pharmacies--supports Wasson.

FORBES: In The Pill Box

Seth Maness, who got the win Wednesday after allowing Ankiel's tying two-run homer in the seventh, is the Cardinals' only player since 1900 to earn three victories in relief in his first five career appearances.

WSJ: Mets snap 6-game skid, beat Wainwright, Cardinals

Rick Ankiel's two-run homer off rookie Seth Maness (3-0) tied it in the top of the seventh and was his first against the team that converted the former left-handed pitcher to an outfielder in 2005.

WSJ: Cardinals get to Mets bullpen in 4-2 win