The only game played today features the Cubs hosting the Cardinals at Wrigley Field. The Cubs win, 9 – 6, handing interim Cards manager Mike Shildt his first loss as a skipper. Jason Heyward, who ended the first half very hot, has 3 hits and 2 RBIs, Victor Caratini scores three times and Ian Happ adds a two-run homer. Pedro Strop picks up the save after the Cubs place closer Brandon Morrow on the disabled list before the game.

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The only game played today features the Cubs hosting the Cardinals at Wrigley Field. The Cubs win, 9 – 6, handing interim Cards manager Mike Shildt his first loss as a skipper. Jason Heyward, who ended the first half very hot, has 3 hits and 2 RBIs, Victor Caratini scores three times and Ian Happ adds a two-run homer. Pedro Strop picks up the save after the Cubs place closer Brandon Morrow on the disabled list before the game.

For the second straight day, a player who appeared in the 2018 All-Star Game is traded as San Diego deals Brad Hand and fellow reliever Adam Cimber to Cleveland in return for top prospect C Francisco Mejia.

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For the second straight day, a player who appeared in the 2018 All-Star Game is traded as San Diego deals Brad Hand and fellow reliever Adam Cimber to Cleveland in return for top prospect C Francisco Mejia.