Alec Burleson launched three homers Monday night. The Cardinals defeated the Yankees 9-6. They watched a six-run cushion disappear. Burleson reclaimed the advantage. His third homer put St. Louis ahead in the late innings. He stayed with St. Louis through the trade deadline. After the game he shared thoughts on his night at the plate. The Yankees just could not quiet him. They had no answer for all that kind of pop from the Cardinals lineup.