John Axford not enough for St. Louis Cardinals to give up Michael Blazek

St. Louis Cardinals general manager John Mozeliak made his first and only trade of the season Friday when he got right-handed reliever John Axford from the Milwaukee Brewers.

Cardinals Position of Interest: Organization Third Base

The scene at third base for the Cardinals has been an ever changing one in recent years. However, even with David Freese in tow, the club is aware that the page will turn at the spot eventually, and are preparing for it constantly.

Video: Springfield Cards manager loses his cool

New manager Mike Shildt, who took over for Ron “Pop” Warner after Pop was promoted to Memphis to manage the Tripe-A Redbirds, took exception to a call in a game against the Northwest Arkansas Naturals on 5/11.

2011 Key Player: Yadier Molina

Of all the Cardinals starters, perhaps none is more important than Yadier Molina.