Triple Play: Postseason predictions edition

In this week’s edition of the Triple Play, I take a look back at how well (poorly?) I fared with my second-half predictions, plus I make some postseason predictions (because why not?), and more

St. Louis Cardinals have MVP candidates, probably not MVP winner

The St. Louis Cardinals have had several players jump toward the front of the National League Most Valuable Player discussion throughout the season, but none of them are likely to win the award once the season is complete.

Triple Play: Clayton Kershaw, Edinson Volquez, Ichiro

Let’s just appreciate the greatness we have had the privilege of watching for the past 13 seasons. There will be plenty of time to debate Ichiro’s place in history after he has retired.

Can Matt Carpenter Win the MVP This Year?

It’s official, the Matt Carpenter experience has worked. And having his bat in the lineup every day has helped the Cardinals go into the All Star Break with the best record in baseball.

The Great Giveaway: Royals Past Attempts to Trade for Pitching Net Nada

Dayton Moore needs no one to tell him that he must move to acquire pitching. He knows it. In fact he’s known it, and has been trying to do just that, for about three years now.

March Madness – All Time Cardinals Tourney Sweet 16

Share it with your friends, pile up the votes, it’s time to name the teams for the Regional Title game on the path to deciding the All Time Cardinal Team.

Future Headline: Tough 1st Half Paves Way For NL Central Title

The first half of the 2011 campaign may have the Cardinals in a strong position to finish on top of the division when October arrives.