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The Chicago Cubs defeated the St. Louis Cardinals 7–3 on July 27 at Busch Stadium, surpassing the Vegas total of 9.5 runs in a matchup that showcased offensive disparity despite similar strikeout rates. Chicago's offense proved decisive, recording 14 hits with 2 home runs and 7 RBIs while posting a .754 OPS, compared to St. Louis's anemic .696 OPS on just 7 hits and 1 home run. The Cardinals' pitching staff allowed 14 hits and 7 earned runs with a 4.16 ERA, while the Cubs' pitchers limited St. Louis to 7 hits despite a similar 4.22 ERA. Chicago's balanced approach—combining contact hitting with power—overwhelmed a Cardinals lineup that struck out 6 times and managed only a .240 batting average. St. Louis committed 1 error that may have contributed to their offensive struggles, though the Cubs' superior run production was the decisive factor in a game that stayed relatively close until the Cubs pulled away. The Cubs' offensive efficiency suggests they'll continue leveraging their superior run-scoring ability as they navigate the stretch run.
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| Team | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHC | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 7 | 14 | 0 |
| STL | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 7 | 1 |
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Players who scored
Alex Bregman ×3Nico Hoerner ×2Seiya SuzukiCarson KellyJordan WalkerMasyn WinnJosé Fermín
