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Cubs clinch National League Central title with Cardinals' loss to Giants
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Cody Bellinger drives in 4 runs as the Cubs top the Cardinals 8-6 on a rainy day at Wrigley - Saturday, July 22, 2023 - CapperTek
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Sweet 16: Cardinals' incredible run continues with 4-2 victory over Cubs Midwest News - Bally Sports
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Cardinals walk it off in 11th inning in Game 2
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LEADING OFF: Cardinals seek franchise-best 15th straight win
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Relive The Ride: Albert Pujols' top MLB moments
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Comeback Clincher: Cardinals secure playoff berth by upending Cubs in ninth, sweeping series
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Plenty of standout performances as Brewers win doubleheader against Cubs
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Cardinals sweep doubleheader with Cubs in Quintana's debut
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Mets grind out two extra-inning wins to sweep Cubs
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Montgomery Continues to Confuse Cubs in 8-0 Cardinals Win - Viva El Birdos
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Matt Olson ties team homer mark with 51, Braves beat Phillies 7-6 in 10 innings
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Cardinals walk it off in 11th inning in Game 2