Overview

• Michael Busch delivered a three-run homer in the second inning, Matt Shaw added an RBI triple and solo shot, and both Carson Kelly and Dansby Swanson recorded three hits.
• Chicago built a 6–0 lead by the second inning against Cardinals starter Andre Pallante, who allowed seven hits and six runs in just 1 2/3 innings.
• Colin Rea delivered six strong innings, yielding one run on three hits to improve to 9–5, and the bullpen preserved the 9–1 victory.
• The Cubs went 5-for-13 with runners in scoring position to snap a hitless slump from the previous night.
• Chicago remained five games back of the division-leading Milwaukee Brewers with the series tied and will send Shota Imanaga to face Sonny Gray in Sunday's finale.