St. Louis Cardinals' Alec Burleson, left, is congratulated by first base coach Stubby Clapp (82) after hitting a two-run home ...

While the Cubs have cruised to the division lead, the Cardinals have been a remarkable surprise and sit 4 1/2 games back.

The Chicago Cubs added veteran Michael Fulmer to the 26-man on Monday, optioning former top prospect Nate Pearson to Triple-A ...