Chicago Cubs Dominate St. Louis Cardinals with Home Runs
In a thrilling game between the Chicago Cubs and the St. Louis Cardinals, the Cubs came out on top with a score of 8-3. The Cubs’ hitters were on fire, with Pete Crow-Armstrong and Christopher Morrell each hitting two home runs. Tomas Nido and Ian Happ also contributed to the home run barrage, adding to the Cubs’ offensive onslaught.
Crow-Armstrong and Morrell Shine
Pete Crow-Armstrong had a standout performance, hitting solo home runs in the third and fifth innings. He entered the game with a .194 average but showed his power with the two homers. Christopher Morrell also had a big day at the plate, hitting a two-run home run in the sixth inning and a solo shot in the eighth inning. The Cubs’ hitters were unstoppable, hitting back-to-back home runs in the fifth and eighth innings.
Strong Pitching and Defensive Effort
On the pitching front, Jameson Taillon delivered a solid performance for the Cubs, allowing three runs on seven hits in 5 2/3 innings. Despite giving up four home runs, Taillon kept the Cardinals in check and gave his team a chance to win. On the other side, St. Louis starter Myles Mikolas struggled, allowing six runs on eight hits in 5 1/3 innings. The Cubs’ offense took advantage of Mikolas’ struggles and capitalized on their scoring opportunities.
Injury Updates and Next Steps
In terms of player injuries, the Cubs’ LHP Luke Little is out with a shoulder injury and will be reevaluated during the All-Star break. The Cardinals’ Michael Ciani also missed the game with an elbow injury. Looking ahead, the Cubs will host Arizona in a three-game series starting Friday, while the Cardinals will travel to Atlanta for a three-game series on Friday.
Overall, it was a dominant performance by the Chicago Cubs, with their hitters delivering a power-packed display and their pitchers holding strong against the St. Louis Cardinals. The team will look to carry this momentum forward as they continue their season.
