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Clay Holmes shines in Cubs' 3-0 win over Cardinals

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Last updated Aug 16, 2026

Clay Holmes shines in Cubs' 3-0 win over Cardinals
Summary

Clay Holmes made an impressive home debut for the Chicago Cubs on August 16, pitching 6.2 scoreless innings in a 3-0 victory against the St. Louis Cardinals. Holmes allowed just one hit and a walk while striking out three batters. The game's key moment came in the sixth inning when Seiya Suzuki hit a three-run home run off Matthew Liberatore, breaking a scoreless tie. Holmes' performance was supported by solid relief from Ryan Rolison, Ryan Jeferjahn, and Jacob Webb, who each pitched scoreless innings. This win continues the Cubs' momentum as they compete for playoff positioning.

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  • •Clay Holmes pitched 6.2 innings, allowing one hit and striking out three.
  • •Seiya Suzuki hit a three-run homer in the sixth inning.
  • •Cubs' bullpen held the Cardinals scoreless with three pitchers.
  • •The game took place at Wrigley Field with 40,374 fans in attendance.
  • •This marks Holmes' first win since joining the Cubs at the trade deadline.
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Clay Holmes dazzled the Cardinals in his home debut for the Cubs, pitching a one-hit shutout for 6.2 innings, in a 3-0 victory.

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