JJ Wetherholt homers as Cardinals shut out Cubs 3-0 at Wrigley Field

JJ Wetherholt hit a leadoff home run on the first pitch of the game, leading the St. Louis Cardinals to a 3-0 victory over the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field on July 4. Wetherholt’s homer was his fourth of the season, part of a three-hit game that helped the Cardinals secure their second consecutive win against their rivals. Starter Kyle Leahy pitched five shutout innings, allowing just three hits and striking out six, contributing to the team's strong performance. Alongside Wetherholt, Ivan Herrera and Alec Burleson each added RBI singles for St. Louis, who are riding a wave of offensive success after a 17-1 win the previous day. The win improves the Cardinals' standing as they head into a challenging schedule leading to the All-Star break.

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