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Holliday powers Cardinals past Reds 8-2

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August 26th, 2012 by Ric Hanson

CINCINNATI (AP) – Matt Holliday had four hits and four RBIs to help the St. Louis Cardinals beat the Cincinnati Reds 8-2 on Sunday.  Allen Craig homered and drove in three runs as St. Louis handed the Reds just their second series loss in 13 sets since the All-Star break. The Cardinals have won five of six to move within six games of the NL Central-leading Reds.  St. Louis’ 17 hits are the most allowed by Cincinnati in one game this season.  St. Louis starter Adam Wainwright (13-10) allowed two runs and six hits in 5 2-3 innings. He also hit a batter.