The Cardinals tie the biggest inning in team history when they score 12 runs in the 7th inning, matching a feat from September 15, 1926. Those are the only runs of the game as they beat the Cubs, 12 – 0 behind the pitching of Jake Westbrook. Pinch-hitter Allen Craig collects a pair of doubles during the frame, part of a major league record-tying 7 two-baggers hit during the inning; the Cards’ 9 doubles in the game match another team record, dating back to 1931.

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On July 21, 2012 — The Cardinals tie the biggest inning in team history when they score 12 runs in the 7th inning, matching a feat from September 15, 1926. Those are the only runs of the game as they beat the Cubs, 12 – 0 behind the pitching of Jake Westbrook. Pinch-hitter Allen Craig collects a pair of doubles during the frame, part of a major league record-tying 7 two-baggers hit during the inning; the Cards’ 9 doubles in the game match another team record, dating back to 1931.

 

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