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Sabermetrics, common sense and the Cards middle relievers
The Cards offense is close to being the best in all of MLB, even with the pitcher hitting instead of the DH. For those out there who like or dislike Wins Above Replacement (WAR), it’s hard to argue...
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Trevor Rosenthal called up after Cards get swept by Reds
The Cardinals picked the perfect year to hire Mike Matheny. After the WS victory in 2006, Tony LaRussa led the 2007 Cards to a 78-84 record. It’s common for teams to have a WS hangover for a number...
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Cards will need another miracle run
The Cincinnati Reds won their 10th in row today to pull 7.5 games ahead of the Cards. The Reds are looking like the Brewers of 2011. The Cards continued to fail in close games by losing in extra...
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Controversial call in Cards win over Braves shouldn’t be the main story
With all the headlines today about the infield fly rule call made by umpire Sam Holbrook, a lot of things are getting overlooked. The first that comes to mind is the gift the Braves were given in the...
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Thank You Chris Carpenter
When John Mozeliak gave us all the news in the press conference earlier this week about the health of Chris Carpenter, it hit Cardinal Nation hard. During the announcement, Mo said that Carp feels...
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An early look at the Cards vs. the Reds: How the Cards #1 farm system will...
There’s always a surprise team in MLB each year and in most cases, one in both the NL and AL. In the NL Central, the Pirates are starting to put it together and the Brewers still have some talent to...
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Cards will be fine with Kozma as the shortstop: WS winning shortstops since 2001
Pete Kozma played above and beyond at the end of 2012 compared to what he did in the minors. Although he was a 1st round draft pick in 2007, he hasn’t ever really put it together over a long period....
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Motte has tear in elbow, Boggs to start 2013 as Cards closer
The Cards just announced that Jason Motte will be shut down with a tear in his right elbow, and Mitchell Boggs will be the Cards closer to start the year. As I always say, you never have a pitching...
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Kyle Lohse goes to the Brewers, Cards add another draft pick (19th and 28th)
Kyle Lohse finally found a job, signing with the Milwaukee Brewers today for a 3 year, $33 million deal. According to the new MLB draft rules, the Brewers will forfeit their 1st round pick at #17...
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Thoughts on the Wainwright extension
Like most of us thought, the Cardinals and Adam Wainwright worked out a deal that was beneficial for both sides. John Mozeliak, AW and his representatives kept the talks behind closed doors, only...
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Cards still in good position despite BP problems
The Cardinals officially have a problem with the BP, but I don’t think it’s time to panic just yet. Mike Matheny is in a tough position. You can add John Mozeliak to that list as well. One thing...
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Q and A with Cards GM John Mozeliak and Bill DeWitt III
Before the game with the Pirates on Sunday, I was treated to a Q and A session with Cards GM John Mozeliak and Bill DeWitt III in the Cards conference room along with other members of the United...
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Young arms help Cards streak to 6 in a row
Like I had said after the Q and A with Cards GM John Mozeliak, he wasn’t going to let a few bad BP arms destroy the Cards 2013 season. The Cards have plenty of depth in the minors with their #1 ranked...
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Cards #1 farm system continues to be tested
The Cards made an interesting roster move this morning, calling up Victor Marte and sending down Carlos Martinez. Marte is probably only up until Thursday, and then the Cards have to move someone into...
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