Ludwick returns to Cardinals lineup

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07/24/2010 - Chicago, IL (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - The St. Louis Cardinals activated outfielder Ryan Ludwick from the 15-day disabled list in time for Saturday's game at Wrigley Field.

He went 1-for-3 with two runs scored and walk in his return to the lineup during a 6-5 loss to the Cubs.

Ludwick had been sidelined with a strained calf since June 26 and missed 23 games. He played three games at Triple-A Memphis on a rehab assignment and went 3-for-9 with a pair of homers and five runs batted in.

In 72 games for the Cardinals this season, Ludwick is batting .273 with 11 home runs and 42 runs batted in.

The Cardinals opened a roster spot by optioning pitcher P.J. Walters to Memphis. Walters was recalled Friday and pitched two hitless innings of relief in a 5-0 loss to the Cubs.

In five games for St. Louis this season, including a pair of starts, Walters is 1-0 with a 7.11 ERA.

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