2nd Half Key: Keep the “Fragile” Players Rested
No matter what you thought of Tony La Russa, one had to respect his ability to keep an entire roster sharp and ready to compete. There were no “Ripkens” on La Russa’s teams.
Author: Derek Pease
No longer sitting on the sidelines, this is Yadi’s team
Amid the confusion emanating from a lineup card snafu, catcher Yadier Molina’s dramatic, game-tying two-run homer in the ninth inning Monday night was somewhat lost in the shuffle.
A tale of two teams
In today’s world, most major league teams don’t have the depth to withstand a constant rash of injuries, and the Cardinals are finding out they are no exception.
Cardinals Report, taking stock of May
Coming into May the Cardinals had a three-game lead in the NL Central at the end of April. At the end of their May grind they’re 27-24, in second place, chasing the Reds, and trying to fend off third-place Pittsburgh.
April showers bring May disaster
The only good thing about the Cardinals’ 1-4 trip is they returned home still in first place in the National League Central Division, albeit only a half game ahead of Cincinnati.
A positive sign for May
After a rough start down in Houston the St. Louis Cardinals picked up right where they left off in April. With Tyler Greene leading the charge.
Cardinals Report, taking stock of April
“We could have had an epic month, but it turned out to just be a decent month,” said first baseman Lance Berkman, still disabled because of a left calf strain.
Shelby Miller righting the ship
St. Louis Cardinals right-hander Shelby Miller has bounced back from two sub par outings and has now fanned 15 batters in his last 10 innings after tossing five shutout frames Tuesday.
No hangover here
David Freese has a lot going for him in his short career.
Five to watch as the ‘real’ games begin
Let’s take a look at five players who could have a quick start to the 2012 regular season.