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JJ Wetherholt leads Cardinals against Cubs in rain-delayed game

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Last updated Jul 5, 2026

JJ Wetherholt leads Cardinals against Cubs in rain-delayed game

Summary

The St. Louis Cardinals faced the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field on July 3, 2026, in a game that experienced a one-hour rain delay. JJ Wetherholt put the Cardinals ahead early with a home run, and the team built a 3-0 lead by the eighth inning. Kyle Leahy pitched five scoreless innings, aided by strong defensive plays despite challenging fog conditions. The Cardinals' bullpen maintained the lead as the game continued into the latter innings.

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By the Numbers

•Wetherholt hit a home run for an early 1-0 lead.
•Leahy allowed no runs over five innings pitched.
•Cardinals scored a total of three runs by the eighth inning.
•Fog affected visibility during the game.
•Jordan Walker was recently selected for the All-Star game.

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4:14 AMYahoo Sports — JJ Wetherholt Powers St. Louis Cardinals Over Foggy Chicago Cubs Saturday

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The St. Louis Cardinals entered Wrigley Field with their bats warmed up and ready for action again as they jumped on the Chicago Cubs early again in a nationally-broadcast game Saturday night. Kyle Leahy was also solid in his effort to keep the Cubs at bay. JJ Wetherholt was one of the bats that carried […]
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