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Ascending Cardinals take aim at Shota Imanaga, Cubs

The resurgent St. Louis Cardinals have climbed out of the National League Central cellar by winning eight of their last 10 games. But they face a daunting challenge Friday night in the opener of their three-game series against the visiting Chicago Cubs in the form of rookie sensation Shota Imanaga (5-0, 0.84 ERA).

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