The Cardinals are riding a hot streak following their 7-2 series-opening victory over the Cubs at Wrigley Field. Steven Matz earned the win after surrendering one run on three hits over five innings. Paul DeJong and Jordan Walker each blasted two run homers, while Nolan Arenado added a pair of RBI. Tyler O’Neill also had a double in his first game back since being activated from the 60-day injured list. St. Louis is on a six-game win streak and improved to 44-and-53 with the victory. The Cards are fourth in the NL Central. Jack Flaherty starts for St. Louis against the Cubs this afternoon.
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