Cardinals Sweep Doubleheader Against Cubs With Late-Game Heroics and Offensive Surge

Nolan Arenado's clutch hit in Game 2 and a nine-run first inning in Game 1 propel St. Louis to victories

• Nolan Arenado's two-run single in the eighth inning secures a 5-4 win in the second game.
• Alec Burleson and Masyn Winn lead a nine-run first inning in the Cardinals' 11-3 victory in Game 1.
• St. Louis bullpen delivers four scoreless innings to hold off the Cubs in the nightcap.
• Chicago's Hayden Wesneski struggles, allowing 11 runs, including nine unearned, in the first game.
• Cardinals manager Oliver Marmol ejected in Game 2 for arguing balls and strikes.

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