Alex Bregman, Nico Hoerner power Cubs to victory over Cardinals
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 4:13 AM
Last updated Jul 28, 2026
The Chicago Cubs defeated the St. Louis Cardinals 7-3 at Busch Stadium on July 27, 2026. Alex Bregman hit a home run in the third inning, while Nico Hoerner added another in the ninth, solidifying the Cubs' lead. Chicago scored in each of the first three innings, taking advantage of early pitching struggles from Matthew Liberatore. The Cardinals attempted a comeback, scoring two runs in the sixth inning, but could not close the gap. Chicago and St. Louis will meet again on July 28.
- •Bregman and Hoerner each hit home runs for Chicago.
- •Cubs scored in the first three innings against Liberatore.
- •Cardinals reduced the deficit but fell short.
- •Chicago's next game is on July 28 against St. Louis.
- 4:13 AMYahoo Sports — Alex Bregman, Nico Hoerner Home Runs Help Cubs Defeat Cardinals Monday
"The St. Louis Cardinals entered Monday night’s game against the Chicago Cubs with an urgent need to turn their recent downward spiral around. The Chicago Cubs and specifically their bats seemed determined to not allow that to happen. Matthew Liberatore started the game for the Cardinals who planned to piggyback his start with Hunter Dobbins […]
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