John Gant's first major-league hit was a two-run homer, sparking the Cardinals to their seventh consecutive win on Tuesday night that left them just four games behind the Cubs in the NL Central. 

It was a month ago Tuesday when Mike Shildt was named the Cardinals' interim manager, and despite the change in job titles, who he is as a person hasn't changed - which could be the biggest reason for the team's revival. 

Paul DeJong hit the Cardinals' seventh walk-off home run of the season on Monday night to extend their winning streak to a season-best six consecutive games with the victory over the Nationals. 

The Cardinals beat the Washington Nationals Monday night at Busch Stadium with Paul DeJong connecting on a walk-off homer. To hear the post-game interviews click the audio player.

Catching the Cardinals downtown isn’t limited to the action inside Busch Stadium. Thanks to the International Photography Hall of Fame and Museum and the Field Museum, fans and baseball history buffs can enjoy two unique exhibits.

The Cardinals return to Busch Stadium after winning all three series on their recent nine-game road trip. The seven-game homestand kicks off with four games against the Washington Nationals (August 13-16) and concludes with a three-game series versus the Milwaukee Brewers (August 17-19).

Four years ago this time of year, The State College Spikes—the Class A Short Season affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals- were chasing a title-- the first championship title for the team.  Now there is a book chronicling that year, but the players are not the only stars.

Patrick Wisdom had two hits and an RBI in his major-league debut and emergency starter Tyson Ross worked six solid innings on Sunday to give the Cardinals a series sweep over the Royals in Kansas City. 

The Cardinals scored four runs on five consecutive two-out hits in the third inning Saturday night, sending Jack Flaherty to the win over the Royals in Kansas City. 

Friday night presented almost the perfect scenario for the Cardinals - a red-hot Matt Carpenter going into Kauffman Stadium in Kansas City, which he has turned into his personal playground over his career.