(St. Louis, MO) — Paul DeJong doubled twice and drove in three runs as the Cardinals topped the Braves 8-5 at Busch Stadium. Randal Grichuk had two hits and two RBI in the winning effort. Adam Wainwright earned his 12th victory. St. Louis extended its winning streak to a season-best seven games . DeJong says a different player steps forward every night during this winning streak.
Braves starter Mike Foltynewicz retired only eight of the 20 batters he faced, allowing six runs on seven hits and four walks. Ozzie Albies homered and drove in three Atlanta runs.