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St. Louis Cardinals young and powerful left-handed bat Alec Burleson won’t play much in the outfield this season. Cardinals’ manager Oliver Marmol said Burleson will be splitting time with Willson Contreras at first base and designated hitter, according to a report from MLB.com reporter John Denton. Young Cardinals Left-Handed Bat Switching Positions Burleson Part of a First … [Read more...] about Young Cardinals Left-Handed Bat Switching Positions

St. Louis Cardinals manager Oliver Marmol calls on fans to show up in force this season despite the uncertainty about the team’s direction. Marmol commented on Wednesday on the Cardinals Territory podcast when asked what his main message was to fans heading into the season. He said it was important to show the young players the potential of the fanbase as the organization … [Read more...] about Cardinals Manager Calls on Fans to Show Up for Young Players

The St. Louis Cardinals have a log jam at second base after moving on from trying to trade third baseman Nolan Arenado. The Cardinals appear committed now to Arenado as their everyday third baseman; this creates a domino effect in their roster. Now, several young players are going to be vying for playing time at second base. Cardinals Encounter Second Base Congestion Cardinals … [Read more...] about Cardinals Encounter Second Base Congestion

St. Louis Cardinals star third baseman Nolan Arenado said he is focused on playing ball for the team in his first public comments this offseason. Arenado reported to the Cardinals Spring Training camp this week and spoke to reporters for the first time on Sunday. After four months of trade rumors swirling around him, he said he is comfortable staying with the Cardinals. Top … [Read more...] about Top Cardinals Player Ready to Put Trade Speculation in the Past

Erick Fedde, last season’s trade deadline acquisition, is primed to be the ace for the St. Louis Cardinals in 2025. Fedde, 31, was acquired by the Cardinals in the three-team deal that sent Tommy Edman to the Los Angeles Dodgers. The Cardinals received both Fedde and Tommy Pham. The Cardinals later waived Pham to grant his wish to seek a contending team. Heading into 2025, … [Read more...] about Will Erick Fedde Emerge as the Cardinals’ Top Pitcher This Year?