Alec Burleson and a stout bullpen lead the Cardinals over the Reds 2-1 in Game 1 of doubleheader

Alec Burleson delivered a two-run double early and four St. Louis relievers turned in perfect innings late, helping the Cardinals beat the Cincinnati Reds 2-1 in the first game of a doubleheader

Reds Shake Up Roster Ahead of Monday’s Doubleheader Against Cardinals, Call Up 34-Year-Old Journeyman  Sports Illustrated

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Alec Burleson and Jordan Walker both homer and drive in 4 runs as the Cardinals pound the Cubs 11-4  Toronto Star