Cards lose to Rox, unable to gain in WC race

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DENVER — German Marquez was exceptional in his first Major League start, and Nolan Arenado’s grand slam powered the Rockies past the Cardinals, 11-1, at Coors Field on Wednesday. The loss pushed the Cardinals a half-game behind the Mets and Giants, who are tied for the top National League Wild Card spot.

Marquez baffled the Cardinals over five frames, allowing one run on four hits. He struck out three and walked one, with the only damage coming on Kolten Wong’s second-inning sacrifice fly.

WHAT’S NEXTCardinals: Right-hander Mike Leake (9-10, 4.54 ERA) climbs the hill to face the Cubs in the series opener Friday …

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