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**Summary:**

The St. Louis Cardinals, after a recent surge, are showing different facets of their game. After losing the first game of a doubleheader against the Phillies, despite a strong pitching performance from Erick Fedde, the Cardinals responded with a dominant 14-7 victory in the second game, fueled by a season-high 19 hits and home runs from Lars Nootbaar, Masyn Winn, and Alec Burleson. The Cardinals have won 10 of their last 11 games, closing the gap in the NL Central. Their recent success has showcased their ability to win with both strong pitching and powerful hitting, demonstrating the team’s versatility. Even after a shaky start from Sonny Gray in the second game, the team remained composed and rallied for the win.

**News Article:**

**Cardinals’ Offense Explodes in Doubleheader Split with Phillies, Close Gap in NL Central**

PHILADELPHIA – The St. Louis Cardinals showcased their offensive firepower in a dominant 14-7 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies Wednesday night, splitting a doubleheader after a narrow 2-1 loss earlier in the day. The Cardinals’ win, fueled by a season-high 19 hits, highlighted the team’s newfound ability to win in a variety of ways.

After falling short in the first game, St. Louis responded with a powerful display in the nightcap. Lars Nootbaar, Masyn Winn, and Alec Burleson all homered, with Winn tying a career-high with four hits, and Burleson driving in four runs. Despite starter Sonny Gray struggling and allowing seven runs, the Cardinals’ offense refused to quit, erasing an early deficit and seizing control of the game.

“We made a statement, for sure,” said Burleson after the game.

The victory marks the Cardinals’ 10th win in their last 11 games. The team has rebounded from a slow start to climb within one game of the lead in the National League Central.

“The versatility in how we can score,” said Manager Oliver Marmol. “It took a little bit of everything and a little bit from everybody.”

The Cardinals will now travel to Kansas City to face the Royals.

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