Streaking Pujols' 2-run double helps Cardinals beat Cubs 5-3

 
Albert Pujols reached base for the 32nd consecutive game, one shy of his personal best to start the year, and did it with a key two-run double in the fourth inning that was the go-ahead hit in the St. Louis Cardinals' 5-3 victory over the Chicago Cubs on Sunday night. [link]

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