"Right-hander Chris Carpenter could have one more start in this postseason.

If Wednesday night's game were postponed because of rain, an if-necessary Game 7 would be pushed back to Friday. Carpenter indicated that he would be willing and able to start that game on three days of rest.

"I'm prepared for anything," said Carpenter, who showed up at Busch Stadium for a throwing session.

Carpenter held the Rangers to two runs in seven innings during a no-decision Monday. He has allowed four runs in 13 innings during two starts in the Series."