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This is an important start for Sean Marshall as he fighting to keep his job in the rotation, as big Carlos Zambrano is moving back into the rotation after a stint on the DL. The lefthander has given up 7 earned runs in his 2 starts this season before beginning the year in the bullpen. He’s had 4 starts against the Cardinals the last few years and the redbirds hit .315 against him. The Cubs have not been good on the road this season sitting with a record of 18-24 through 42 games. Wellemeyer has gotten roughed up in his last 2 home starts surrendering 14 earned runs and 20 hits in 8 1/3rd innings of work. Wellemeyer had been experiencing elbow problems this season. The Cubs are averaging nearly 5 1/5 runs per game and Big Albert Pujols is back off the DL with the Cardinals. Bet on offense here and the play is over 9 runs.