MLB Roundup-Reds defeat Cards, Cubs win, Braves lose

Jose Peraza had a career-best five hits, Scooter Gennett drove in two runs and Cincinnati waited out a pair of rain delays before beating St. Louis 8-2. The teams conclude the series this afternoon at Busch Stadium with air time at 12:45 on News Radio 95.3 FM/1230 AM WHOP.

Elsewhere in the National League: Zack Greinke added another road win to his strong first half by allowing only four hits in 7 2/3 innings, extending Atlanta’s offensive slump, and Arizona shut out the Braves 3-0. The series wraps up today at Sun Trust Park.

The Chicago Cubs picked up an 11-6 win over the San Diego Padres. The series concludes this afternoon at Petco Park.