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24th Annual Cardinals Care Golf Tournament

noreply@blogger.com (Joe McBrayer) — Sat, 18 May 2013 03:15:00 +0000

Registration is underway for the Ted Savage RBI Golf Classic that will be held Tuesday, June 11^th at
Forest Park Golf Course in St. Louis.

The 24^th annual tournament hosted by Cardinals Care, was recently renamed the “Ted Savage RBI Golf Classic” as a tribute to former Cardinal Ted Savage who started the tournament to help kids in the St. Louis community who participate in the Reviving Baseball in Inner Cities (RBI) Program. RBI is a Major League Baseball youth outreach program designed to increase participation in baseball among underserved youth, encourage academic achievement and preparation, promote greater inclusion of minorities into the game, and teach the value of teamwork.

“Ted Savage is the perfect ambassador for RBI -- a living model for everything the program strives to achieve,” said Michael Hall, Vice President of Community Relations and Executive Director of Cardinals Care. “Ted grew up locally playing baseball in his neighborhood before embarking on a successful career in baseball as a player and front office executive.”

The golf classic promises an impressive roster of celebrity participants including the likes of Whitey Herzog, Lou Brock, Andy Benes, and several other former Cardinals Players. The tournament starts at 9 a.m. and features first, second, and third place teams in each round. In addition to breakfast, lunch, beer, soda and snacks, each participant will go home with a goody bag. For sponsorship information, registration or other information, please contact Cardinals Care at (314) 345-9418 or visit cardinals.com/rbigolf.

Cardinals Care was established to give fans a way of teaming up with Cardinals players and the Cardinals organization to help children in our community – both on and off the baseball field. Since it was established in 1997, Cardinals Care has invested $19 million in helping children, including providing $11 million in grants to over 800 non-profit youth organizations, and building 20 youth ball fields in neighborhoods in both Missouri and Illinois. In 2013, Cardinals Care celebrates the 10th anniversary of the innovative Redbird Rookies program, a free baseball league for kids who otherwise might not have the opportunity to play. In addition to providing all the uniforms, gloves, bats, balls and other equipment needed for each team, Redbird Rookies also provides extensive off-field support in the areas of health, education, mentoring and the cultural arts for each of the nearly 4,500 kids who participate in the program each year.

Media Alert from the St. Louis Cardinals

What? Chris Carpenter a reliever?

noreply@blogger.com (Joe McBrayer) — Sat, 04 May 2013 18:37:00 +0000

The St.Louis Cardinals Bullpen has turned into a soap opera, "As the Bullpen Turns". With some movement on who is out and in we have seen Mark Rzepczynski sent to the minors and Seth Maness brought up. Then the next blow was Mitchell Boggs knocked down to Memphis for Carlos Martinez and Jason Motte finally concedes to getting Tommy John surgery. I just happen to love seeing Martinez up, he does have a lot of upside to bring to this bullpen thats in trouble. Well guess who is back in the picture, Chris Carpenter. Yesterday I had heard via Joe Strauss that Carpenter may return to the mound as a reliever. I thought he was done with baseball due to his injuries. According to John Mozeliak, Carp is feeling good. Chris is currently on the 60 day disable list so if he does return to help the bullpen it would be late June or early July. This is must see drama. Will Carpenter make it back as a Cardinal pitcher before the final curtain is closed. Will Boggs find his groove again and will Wigginton ever find acceptance from the UCB bloggers? Time will tell.

Motte To Have Tommy John Surgery

noreply@blogger.com (Joe McBrayer) — Sat, 04 May 2013 04:58:00 +0000

If you haven't heard yet Jason Motte ha been slotted to have season ending Tommy John Surgery. Officially Motte has been on the DL since March 29. He has been trying to throw again but having a lot of discomfort. I am glad Jason finally gave in and agreed to the surgery.

Here Comes the Boom....the Bullpen

noreply@blogger.com (Joe McBrayer) — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 18:06:00 +0000

This just came in from MLBRosterMoves. The St.Louis Cardinals had purchased the contract of Seth Maness from triple AAA Memphis in return the Cardinals optioned Marc Rzepczynski to Memphis. I see an overhaul coming for the Cardinals bullpen. All of the pitchers in our bullpen except for Randy Choate has options.. Might be seeing some more moves made or even a trade. Here is some information on Maness. Seth attended Pine Crest High School in Southern Pine, ,NC. Seth played for the school's baseball team.^[2] As a sophomore he earned first team All-State and conference Player of the Year honors.^[1]^] Following high school Maness enrolled at East Carolina University, majoring in accounting.^] He played baseball for the East Carolina sPirate. Initially a middle infielder, Maness was converted to a pitcher when one of the team's starting pitcher went down with an injury.^[3] Before the 2009 season, Maness was named a preseason All-American.^[4] On May 3, 2010, he was named Conference USA's pitcher of the week,^[5]^[6] and after the season, he was named the conference's pitcher of the year.^[7] The Florida Marlins drafted Maness in the 41st round of the 2010 MLB Draft, but he did not sign. The St. Louis Cardinals selected Maness in the 11th round of the 2011 MLB Draft, and Maness signed with the Cardinals.^[8]

MLBRosterMoves/Wikipedia

UCB Awards Dinner 2013

noreply@blogger.com (Joe McBrayer) — Sun, 28 Apr 2013 04:51:00 +0000

Its that time again when the United Cardinals Blogger met up in St.Louis for a weekend that includes a dinner, awards and stuff on Saturday and then a Media Event with a game on Sunday. Tonight was fun. It took place at Patrick's restaurant formerly known as Pujol's 5. Nestled in the Westport Plaza area Patrick's is considered a great venue that shows off St.Louis sports memorabilia. The statue of Albert Pujols that stands in front of Patricks is a permanent fixture that won't go away. It is best used as a hat and coat rack. As I walked into the banquet room I noticed all of the old Pujols 5 restaurant chairs that had the #5 carved through them. I was thinking since our St.Louis Blues defensive player Barret Jackman's jersey number is 5 maybe they could spray Jackman on the back of the chair. Anyway it was a fun night. Got to see old friends like Bill and Angela Ivie, Daniel Shoptaw and Dathan Brooks. As usual receive some swag from the Rains brothers from the StLSportsPage.com. Cara VonderBruegge also stopped by to promote St.Louis Startup Bonfyre. Bonfyre is described as photo sharing, chat and text app for your phone. The nice thing is its private. No one can crash your group unless they are invited. The other product that was introduced was BlitzCorner Network. This is a network of sports sites that cover sports trivia, rank'em and pick'em. Look for BlitzCorner Network to be added to my blog site sometime soon. The only downer for this event was that the Cardinals lost to the Pirates 5-3. Tomorrow will be Media Day at Busch Stadium. The UCB will be there for a special Q&A with John Mozeliak and Bill DeWitt III.

Taveras for Profar: Pipe Dream or a Real Thing?

noreply@blogger.com (Joe McBrayer) — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 00:27:00 +0000

First of all I want to say, I know this would never happen but lets entertain the thought. This pipe dream suggestion originally came from ESPN's Jim Bowden. I first heard this suggestion a month ago or more. I shrugged it off as nonsense. Most fans and the St.Louis Cardinals pundits had a laugh or two. I then started to notice what if articles on Profar for Taveras popping up on the Internet, once again I shrugged it off. Then on one sunny afternoon as I was listening to MLB Radio in my car I heard Jim Bowden interview John Mozeliak and he asked him would you straight up trade Taveras for Profar? Mozeliak said....that he would have to consider a hypothetical swap of Oscar Taveras and the Rangers' Jurickson Profar. Mozeliak went on to say that while the club is well set in the outfield for years to come, they're not quite as strong in the middle infield. So would Mo consider this? The Cards would finally have a full time short stop for a long time but we could miss out on Taveras unique baseball talents. As I looked deeper into Bowdens trade suggestion, I was able to see how and why he projects this trade scenario. Bowden admits that his first trade as Reds GM was a challenge trade in its own right, as he dealt Paul O'Neill and a minor leaguer to the Yankees for Roberto Kelly. Concludes Bowden, "True, that O’Neill-for-Kelly deal will haunt me to my grave, but it was the gutsiest trade I’ve ever made."
First of all John Mozeliak is no Jim Bowden.

information from MLBTradeRumors

Motte May Have Surgery

noreply@blogger.com (Joe McBrayer) — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 04:08:00 +0000

Well it looks like there is something definitely wrong with Jason Motte's arm. A MRI was done to his arm and it shows that he has a tear to his ulnar collateral ligament. The Cardinals are giving Motte a time limit of May 1 to see if his arm show any improvement. If his arm doesn't get any better then he will have Tommy John surgery. So it looks like a wait and see. If Motte misses the rest of the season then the Cardinals may need to seek a trade or give Rosenthal the job.

Todd Worrell joins the River City Rascals

noreply@blogger.com (Joe McBrayer) — Sat, 06 Apr 2013 14:25:00 +0000

Todd Worrell the Cardinals reliever of the mid 80's is back in baseball, not the Major Leagues.....the Frontier League. Here is the press release from the River City Rascals of this news.....

The Rascals are thrilled to announce the signing of a major name to the 2013 coaching staff, bringing Todd Worrell to O’Fallon as Assistant Pitching Coach. He will be with the team for the majority of home games this year, adding to the already experienced staff of Steve Brook (manager), Danny Sawyer (hitting coach), and Caleb Curry (bench coach).
“I've had the opportunity to get to know Todd over the past few years and I'm thrilled that he is able to join our staff on a limited basis in 2013. Along with the knowledge that he will bring to our younger players, Todd will be a valuable resource off the field as well to our guys. We look forward to having him this season,” said Steve Brook, Rascals Manager and Director of Operations.
Worrell is a household name in the St. Louis area, having spent six of his 11 major league seasons with the Cardinals as a reliever. In his time in the bigs, he made three All-Star Game appearances, netted the National League Rookie of the Year award in 1986, and pitched in two World Series.
“We're excited to have Todd as a part of our organization. We hope all of the Cardinals fans will come out and support him as he starts this new endeavor with the Rascals

St.Louis Cardinals Opening Day

noreply@blogger.com (Joe McBrayer) — Sat, 06 Apr 2013 14:11:00 +0000

I thought I should go ahead and give you fans the media Press Release of the Cardinals Home Opener event guide. It should be fun. I won't be able to attend this year but I will be cheering on from my living room as I watch it once I get home. GO CARDS!!

Monday, April 8^th marks the annual return of baseball to St. Louis as the Cardinals take on the Cincinnati Reds in a 3:15 p.m. game. Opening Day 2013 will feature a pre-game ceremony that will pay tribute to Stan Musial. Following is a schedule of official activities and information to help baseball’s best fans enjoy what has become an unofficial holiday for Cardinal Nation. Fans can join the social media conversation on Twitter with #OpeningDaySTL and #6.

Opening Day Ceremony

Opening Day marks the first time the Cardinals family will be together at Busch Stadium for a game since the passing of Stan Musial earlier this year. On Opening Day, and throughout the 2013 season, the Cardinals will honor the legacy of the team’s greatest player who personified the Cardinal Way. The team is wearing a jersey patch throughout the season and will host a full tribute to Musial on Friday, April 12^th when the team dedicates a plaque in his honor.

On Monday, Stan’s four children will unveil an outfield wall marker as part of the Opening Day ceremony that begins at 2:30 p.m. with the Budweiser Clydesdales.

The ceremony will feature all four of the team’s Commissioner’s Trophies from each of those World Championship teams (’67, ’82, ’06, and ’11), as well as the introduction of the Cardinals Hall of Famers and 2013 Cardinals via a Ford motorcade.

Schedule

11:00 a.m. – 2 p.m. Cardinals Official Opening Day Pre-Game Pep Rally, sponsored by Hardee’s: The Cardinals and Hardee’s will host a pre-game pep rally in front of the Cardinals Team Store, located at the corner of Clark Street and 8^th Street. Local rock band Trixie Delight will perform from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Fredbird and Team Fredbird will be on hand to give away Opening Day tickets, autographed items and other Cardinals prizes. Fans can stop by the free Hardee’s Photo Booth to get their Opening Day photo taken from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Fans can also purchase a Hardee’s Combo Meal after regular breakfast hours from the Mobile Diner or Hardee’s restaurant on Chestnut and receive a free Cardinals t-shirt while supplies last. Other sponsors include: Budweiser, Dunkin Donuts, Fox Theatre, FOX Sports Midwest, Krispy Kreme, The Muny, Rawlings, Scotts, St. Louis Post-Dispatch, and The Tan Company.

1:15 p.m. Gates open

Budweiser Magnet Schedule Day: All ticketed-fans, ages 21 and over, will receive a magnet with the 2013 Cardinals schedule, compliments of Budweiser Beer.

2:30 p.m. Pre-game ceremonies begin with an appearance by the famed Budweiser Clydesdales.

Introduction of Missouri Governor Jeremiah “Jay” Nixon, St. Louis County Executive Charlie A. Dooley, and St. Louis Mayor Francis G. Slay

Introduction of Fredbird and Team Fredbird

Cardinals Hall-of-Famers will be introduced via a Ford Motorcade, led around the warning track by the 2013 Ford Fusion. Each Cardinals Hall of Famer will be riding in a 2014 Ford Mustang Convertible.

Tribute to Stan Musial: Stan and Lillian Musial’s four children, Dick Musial, Gerry Ashley, Janet Schwarze, and Jean Edmonds will unveil a memorial marker in left center field.

Introduction of the 2013 St. Louis Cardinals via Ford Motorcade. The players will ride in 2013 Ford F-150 Raptors.

Introduction of the Cincinnati Reds and the starting lineups

American Bald Eagle introduced, courtesy of the World Bird Sanctuary of St. Louis

Color Guard and American Flag in Center Field, courtesy of Scott Air Force Base

The National Anthem will be performed by six members of the Gateway Harmonica Club of St. Louis. Stan Musial was an honorary member of the club.

A moment of silence for the victims of the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting in Newtown, Connecticut, as well as a moment of silence for baseball great and St. Louis native Earl Weaver, former Cardinals Outfielder Chuck Diering, longtime organist Ernie Hayes, longtime Redbird Roost attendant Fanny Scholl, and the greatest Cardinal, Hall of Famer Stan Musial.

Ceremonial First Pitch by former Cardinal closer Jason Isringhausen and former Cardinal center fielder Jim Edmonds, who are both new members of the Fox Sports Midwest Cardinals pre and post-game broadcast team.

3:15 p.m. Game Time

Watching on TV

Fans can watch the game and pre-game ceremony in High Definition on FOX Sports Midwest.

Radio Coverage

Fans can tune into KMOX (1120 AM) or one of the 124 stations in the Cardinals Radio Network to hear Mike Shannon and John Rooney call the game. The expanded pre-game show starts at 1:40 p.m.

Online or On the Go

Fans may also follow the game for free on cardinals.com using the Gameday application, or via the team’s Twitter account, @Cardinals. From mobile devices, fans can keep tabs on the score using MLB’s mobile app, At Bat 13.

Getting to the Game

Fans will notice a few changes around the ballpark as a result of the Ballpark Village construction. The biggest change for motorists is that 8^th Street is now a two-way street between Clark and Market with two north and southbound lanes.

Temporary stop signs are currently in place at the intersections of 8^th and Clark, as well as 8^th and Walnut, until new traffic signals are installed later this spring. Walnut is now also a two-way street between 8^th and Broadway, with one westbound lane and two eastbound lanes.

Pedestrian traffic into the ballpark has also changed due to the construction of Ballpark Village. The biggest improvement fans will notice is that the pedestrian bridge from Stadium West Parking garage has been removed and the intersection of Clark and 8th Street has been redesigned with a much larger sidewalk in front the plaza of champions the skirts the Cardinals Team Store.

Clark Street is also being improved and will be open to pedestrian traffic on Opening Day. The Cardinals Opening Day Rally will be at the corner 8^th and Clark.

Highways and Other Roadwork
MoDOT will not have any scheduled lane closures on state highways inside the city limits for Opening Day and Opening Weekend. The department does have several construction projects around the city scheduled for 2013, including a bridge replacement at Jefferson over I-64 that may have one lane closed on I-64 around the clock in both directions for several months. MoDOT will make every effort to have all available lanes open into and out of the city before and after Cardinal home games. At this time, several I-64 and I-70 closures are planned for weekends, but will not be scheduled during Cardinal home games.

Alternative Transportation

MetroLink is a convenient alternative to driving, allowing fans to avoid the cost of parking and game day traffic. To avoid the traffic congestion and the cost of parking on game day, fans can use one of 19 free Park-Ride lots along the MetroLink line and take the train to Stadium Station, right across the street from the ballpark. Check the Metro website www.MetroSt.Louis.org for schedules and the Park-Ride lot nearest you. There are also plenty of buses in Missouri and Illinois that will get fans to Busch Stadium including the RedBird Express that departs from the Water Tower at St. Clair Square in Fairview Heights, Illinois. The first RedBird Express leaves 2 ½ hours before the game and runs approximately every 5 minutes. On opening day, the RedBird Express will start running at Noon.

Ballpark Village

In February of this year, the St. Louis Cardinals and the Cordish Companies broke ground on Ballpark Village – a mixed-use development on 10-acres adjacent to Busch Stadium. The first phase of Ballpark Village will be completed by Opening Day 2014.

The first phase will include over 100,000 square feet of retail and entertainment space including Cardinals Nation, the Budweiser Brew House, PBR St. Louis: A Cowboy Bar and the Live! At Ballpark Village marketplace.

Cardinals Nation will be a first-of-its-kind venue in baseball totaling over 30,000 square feet on three levels. It will include a two story restaurant, a retail store, a Cardinals Hall of Fame and Museum, a special events space, and a 300-plus seat rooftop deck with views into Busch Stadium. A second building will house a 20,000 square foot, three-story Budweiser Brew House with a festive rooftop party deck also offering views into Busch Stadium. The two signature structures will be joined by the Live! At Ballpark Village marketplace, an indoor marketplace with a retractable roof covering the event space, designed to be a vibrant gathering space throughout the year for thousands of visitors.

The $100 million first phase also includes all of the streets, parking and site infrastructure to support the future phases of the seven-block mixed-use project, allowing the city to attract future development with pad-ready sites. The project is expected to have a positive impact on the local economy with nearly a thousand construction jobs and nearly 500 permanent jobs expected to be created as part of the initial phase alone.

Ballpark Improvements

As the Cardinals begin their eighth season of play in Busch Stadium, the team has made a number of improvements to the stadium during the off-season, including sowing the seeds of another successful season with the installation of new sod. During the fall, the Cardinals installed over 100,000 square feet of new sod. The sod, which was grown in Fort Morgan, Colorado, is a four way blend of Kentucky Bluegrass set in a 10 inch root zone that is 85% sand, 10% peat, and 5% Zeopro mixture.

In addition to the new playing surface and the improved, expanded sidewalk outside the Cardinals Team Store and plaza of champions at 8^th and Clark, fans will notice an improved front façade thanks to the installation of new windows on the second level on the Northwestern section of the Stadium. The new windows run the length of the Budweiser Bowtie bar as well as Group Sales Corner above the Team Store and along the Group Sales Hallway above the ticket windows on 8^th Street.

The Cardinals have installed new flooring in several areas of the ballpark and have added 150 energy efficient LED HD TV throughout the stadium. The team has also upgraded the outdoor furniture in several all-inclusive areas, upgraded several party suites, added fresh coats of paint and made a number of smaller improvements throughout the park.

New Menu for 2013

Delaware North Companies Sportservice, the St. Louis Cardinals’ concessionaire for more than 50 years, is preparing to welcome fans back to the Stadium with a starting lineup of food to please every fan’s unique taste.

New at Section 135 is The Double Play Tap and Grill, where traditional ballpark fare gets a high-end makeover. Fans can enjoy a thick and juicy cheddar stuffed burger on a pretzel bun, or a customizable four-hand nacho platter, and choose fresh toppings for both to suit their unique tastes.

Likewise, fans will find new additions throughout the park. Look for Kohn's Kosher Cart, featuring knockwurst and pastrami sandwiches at Section 147. Dizzy’s Diner locations (Sections 139, 161 and 446) have also been beefed up with the addition of The Horseshoe, an open-faced burger consisting of two beef patties topped with fries and cheese sauce. Other new additions include Bavarian Pretzel Sticks, at Sections 139, 161, 271 and 446, and Fried Pickle Spears, at Sections 271 and 509.

New Retail for 2013

From Opening Day apparel to personalized gifts, the Team Store has what fans need to look their game-day best no matter their unique style. Adding to the Team Store’s most exclusive selection of limited-edition Opening Day apparel and accessories, new this year is the Cardinals’ retro-style alternate jersey, worn during Saturday home games. This ivory and red jersey proudly features “St. Louis” across the chest instead of the traditional “Cardinals” insignia.

The Team Store also will feature Opening Day baseballs, t-shirts and lapel pins, exclusive to the Stadium, in addition to the new batting practice cap by New Era. The Team Store also is carrying the exclusive Victoria’s Secret PINK line, perfect for the stylish yet casual Cardinals fan. Fans who want to make a statement — about their fashion and their favorite team — can now do so with new Alex and Ani bangle sets. The bracelets, which come in brushed Russian gold or silver, can be customized with a variety of charms and stacked to create a unique combination.

Aside from the Cardinals games, Busch Stadium also hosts several weddings each year along with hundreds of special parties and celebrations. Fans can commemorate their special day with personalized memorabilia, such as wedding invitations, hand-etched wine glasses, personalized baseballs, and custom Mega Tickets, enlarged to 500 percent the size of a regular ticket, to celebrate anniversaries, birthdays, and retirements.

As in years past, the Team Store offers dozens of $15 and under souvenirs, including baseballs, mini-bats, koozies, magnets, baseball cards, jewelry, posters, postcards, key chains, lanyards, pennants, pins — and the No. 1 seller — foam fingers, and claws.

And, even while the construction progresses around Ballpark Village, the Team Store is ready to help fans get prepared for Opening Day. The store is open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., seven days a week, and offers free, 15-minute parking on the curb next to the store entrance at Clark and 8th Street, between Gates 3 and 4. Sportservice also operates nearly 20 retail kiosks throughout the ballpark, as well as three other licensed stores around the stadium, including:

· Fans Nest at Broadway (including the Jersey Lettering Booth) – Main Concourse near Gate 1

· Fans Nest at Home Plate – Level 4 behind Section 450

· Fans Nest at Riverview Corner – Level 4 behind Section 437

Fans will want to stop by the Cardinals Authentics store in Ford Plaza (cardinals.com/authentics), the only place to get official, game-used, limited edition and autographed Cardinals memorabilia directly from the team. Fans can now order an engraved bat from Louisville Slugger, the official bat of MLB.

Cardinals In the Community - Redbird Rookies Celebrates 10 Years in 2013

Redbird Rookies, Cardinals Care’s free baseball league for boys and girls who may not otherwise have a chance to play baseball, turns 10 in 2013. In addition to providing all the uniforms, gloves, bats, balls, and other equipment needed for each team in over 20 leagues in Missouri and Illinois, Redbird Rookies also provides extensive off-field support in the areas of health, education, mentoring, and the cultural arts for each of the nearly 4,500 kids who participate in the program each year.

· Go RED for Kids - Businesses, schools and other organizations are being asked to rally behind the team and Cardinals Care by participating in Cardinals RED for Kids. Cardinals RED for Kids is the team’s version of an office “dress down” day in which participating organizations make a donation to Cardinals Care in exchange for the opportunity to sport their Cardinal colors around the office on Opening Day. To participate, local businesses and organizations can visit cardinals.com/red.

· Cardinals Care 6K and One Mile Fun Run – Lace up your jogging shoes and join the team for the 4th annual run and walk on Sunday, August 18^th. Learn more and sign up at www.cardinals.com/6K.

· Donate directly at cardinals.com/community.

Cardinals Magazine Releases Season-Opening Issue, Digital Edition, and Collectible Scorecard

Cardinals Magazine kicks off its 21^st season of publication with a star-studded cover story featuring three of the club’s most dynamic centerfielders of recent history: Willie McGee, Jim Edmonds, and Jon Jay. From spectacular catches to everyday responsibilities, this dynamic trio shares secrets about the art of playing the position. Other issue highlights include a Q&A with skipper Mike Matheny, an in-depth look at the club’s highly regarded farm system, Adam Wainwright’s monthly journal, fresh insight into the club’s spellbinding comeback in Game 5 of the NLDS last fall, and the release of the first of six collectible Stan Musial posters.

Also available at the ballpark is the popular 2013 Official Scorecard, which teaches fans how to score the “Cardinal Way”—a storied tradition by club officials that dates back more than 50 seasons. This year’s collectible scorecard features Fredbird sporting the new Cardinals home alternate jersey that includes the Stan Musial No. 6 patch as well as the Musial statue. The retro and contemporary hybrid design of the scorecard comes from local artist Mike Right, who has been creating the timeless Cardinals scorecard imagery since 2003.

During games, fans can purchase Cardinals Magazine and the Official Scorecard together for just $5 at all gates and at the Team Store. Outside the ballpark, fans can buy the magazine at many St. Louis area retailers, including grocery stores, QT, Walgreens, Wal-Mart, and Cardinals Clubhouse stores inside 6 local malls. To start a subscription (7 issues for just $35), call 314.345.9303 or visit cardinals.com/publications.

– more –

Finally, new for 2013 is the digital edition of Cardinals Magazine which will be available for download on iPhone, Android, PC, Mac, and iPad. One-year subscriptions are $25; individual issues will be available for purchase for $5. The first issue is scheduled to be released on April 15 through cardinals.com/publications. Stay tuned for additional information.

BUSCH STADIUM – POLICY REMINDERS

Bag Inspections Policy

· The standard game-day bag inspection policies for Busch Stadium will be in effect. Bags will be allowed that meet Major League Baseball’s standard size restriction (16”x16”x8”), and all bags will be inspected prior to entry.

· Fans will be permitted to bring small personal cameras and will be subject to inspection. No professional-sized photography equipment will be allowed except for members of the media with proper MLB credentials.

· Non-alcoholic beverages such as water and soda in open cups or in clear plastic bottles no larger than 2 liters are allowed.

· Alcohol, bottles, cans, thermoses, hard-sided coolers; hard plastic cups/mugs are not permitted.

· Small banners and signs are allowed. Banners may be displayed as long as they do not hinder or interfere with a ball in play or distract or interfere with the view of another guest. Banners may not be displayed in fair territory, be obscene or in poor taste, attract abuse or cause a disturbance among other guests. They should be baseball-oriented and not commercial in nature.

· Please minimize items you bring into the stadium to speed up the inspection process.

· Expect long lines upon entry and allow yourself plenty of time to go through the inspection process.

Exit/Re-entry Policy

Standard Exit/Re-entry Policies are in effect. Guests wishing to leave the stadium, but planning to return during the same game must have their hand stamped at Gates 1, 2 or 4 as they exit the stadium. Guests must show ticket upon re-entry. Inspection policy will also be enforced.

No Smoking Policy

Standard Busch Stadium Smoking Policy is in effect. Busch Stadium is a smoke-free facility. Exit/Re-Entry turnstiles will be set up at Gates 1, 2 and 4 to allow fans access in and out of the stadium if they wish to smoke. Fans will get their hand stamped as they exit the stadium. Guests must show ticket upon re-entry. Inspection policy will also be enforced.

McBrayer's NL West Pediction

noreply@blogger.com (Joe McBrayer) — Tue, 02 Apr 2013 04:28:00 +0000

Ok just a quick overview of the NL Wild West. The Giants and the Dodgers are the two big rivals that will bury the rest in their own tombstones. So here we go!

1. Los Angeles Dodgers

2. San Fransisco Giants

3. Arizona Diamondbacks

4. San Diego Padres

5. Colorado Rockies

McBrayer's NL Central Projections

noreply@blogger.com (Joe McBrayer) — Sun, 31 Mar 2013 04:12:00 +0000

Once again this year the Cubs will be pushed down to the basement of the NL Central. With the Astros moving to the AL West the NL Central just got better. I tend to believe the top three teams this year will be the Reds-Cardinals and Pirates. The Brewers will try to make a push towards third place but the Pirates have enough power to rise above. With the likes of McCutchen, Alvarez and Jones they should have at least 95 home runs between the three of them. The two dominant teams will be the Reds and the Cardinals. With injuries plaguing the Cardinals I give the Reds the edge for first place and it will be a battle. These two teams will make the Central look respectful once again instead of being called NL Comedy Central.

1. Reds
2.Cardinals
3. Pirates
4. Brewers
5. Cubs

McCarver's One last Stand

noreply@blogger.com (Joe McBrayer) — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 02:30:00 +0000

I couldn't believe my eyes when I read this article this evening that Tim McCarver will be retiring after the 2013 season. Why wait one more year? Oh I forgot what an egotistical wanna be sports caster would want a farewell tour before he leaves. Oh the drudgery. I want to share this article from the LA Times that was written by Joe Flint on McCarver's last hurrah into the sundown.

Legendary baseball broadcaster Tim McCarver is stepping down from his job as Fox's lead baseball analyst after this season.
A former catcher with the St. Louis Cardinals and Philadelphia Phillies, McCarver has held the job since 1996, when the network acquired rights to broadcast the national pastime. He has also covered games for NBC, CBS and ABC and spent many years calling New York Mets games.
“Although I am neither tired of broadcasting baseball nor have I in any way lost my interest in baseball, with which I have been associated as a player and broadcaster for 55 years, it’s time to cut back," McCarver said in a statement. On a conference call with reporters, McCarver added the decision was "not a tough call" nor a "sad thing."
Occasionally criticized for being long-winded and dwelling on details, he is also considered one of the sharpest analysts to have covered the game.
“McCarver lives up to John Madden’s credo for great sports analysis – the great ones tell you what you’re seeing, but not seeing," said David Hill, the former chairman of Fox Sports who is now a senior executive at parent company News Corp. "His knowledge and love for the game is going to take a long time to be equaled. He leaves big shoes to fill.”
Fox is leaving the door open to McCarver to come back and do work for the network and its soon-to-launch Fox Sports 1 cable channel. McCarver said he didn't know whether he would take up the offer.
"I want to travel to Italy and take cooking classes there," McCarver said, adding his health is fine. "I plan on living a very long life."
Joe Buck, who worked side-by-side with McCarver, said, "He's every bit as important to me as my dad." Buck's dad was sports broadcaster Jack Buck, who also worked with McCarver.

LA TIMES Joe Flint

McBrayer's NL East Prediction

noreply@blogger.com (Joe McBrayer) — Wed, 27 Mar 2013 23:53:00 +0000

1. Atlanta Braves

2. Washington Nationals

3. Philadelphia Phillies

4. New York Mets

5. Miami Marlins

I believe the battle of top dog in the NL East will be between the Braves and the Nationals. With the Upton Brothers and Jason Heywood, the Braves would be a formidable team to oust the top heavy Nationals team. I give the Braves an edge to pass by the Nationals.

Wainwright Signs For Five Years

noreply@blogger.com (Joe McBrayer) — Wed, 27 Mar 2013 23:37:00 +0000

As the mighty Chris Carpenter misses the 2013 season a new leader rises to his mark as the new leader as the Cardinals #1 in its rotation. The five year deal takes Wainwright up to 2018 thats valued $100 million. The talks came to a close this afternoon as both parties parted their ways. He is now the Cardinals Ace and ready to take on 2013. I had feeling this would come to an end before the season started.

Shelby Miller Named 5th Starter

noreply@blogger.com (Joe McBrayer) — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 02:57:00 +0000

It finally happened............Cardinals named Shelby Miller their 5th starter today. Joe Kelly the other competitor will most likely become the long man in the bullpen. Matheny met with Miller and Kelly today to let them know his decision. It was reported that Miller said "I am very humbled" and "This is unbelievable news". I am also happy to see this decision made at this time. So I guess we are set with Wainwright, Westbrook, Garcia, Lynn and Miller. This rotation looks good.

McBrayer's 2013 AL Division Predictions

noreply@blogger.com (Joe McBrayer) — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 18:57:00 +0000

Well its that time of the year again when I try to predict the American League Standings for 2013. So please sit back and relax as I attempt to put my baseball brain to the test. Would love to hear your thoughts from my predictions.

AL EAST

Toronto Bluejays
Tampa Bay Rays
Baltimore Orioles
New York Yankees
Boston Redsox

AL CENTRAL

Detroit Tigers
Kansas City Royals.....yes I said it KC Royals
Chicago Whitesox
Minnesota Twins
Cleveland Indians

AL WEST

Texas Rangers
Los Angeles Angels
Oakland Athletics
Seattle Mariners
Houston Astros

WILD CARD SPOT 1

Los Angeles Angels

WILD CARD SPOT 2

Tampa Bay Rays

Lohse Lands with Brewers

noreply@blogger.com (Joe McBrayer) — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 18:27:00 +0000

The long wait is finally over for Kyle Lohse. After the end of his career with the Cardinals he became a free agent all the way up the last week of Spring Baseball. He had signed a deal with the Brewers for three years at $33 million. There is also a $1million bonus for incintives. The Brewers will now give up their 17th draft pick while the Cardinals will still have their 28th pick overall.

The Second Coming of Mitch Harris

noreply@blogger.com (Joe McBrayer) — Sun, 24 Mar 2013 19:33:00 +0000

Spring has just sprung and its snowing here in St.Louis but in Jupiter, FL the Cardinals are under a sunny sky playing against the Mets. This isn't any ordinary game this is Mitch Harris's first appearance with the Cardinals as a relief pitcher. His story is very unique, a story that needs attention.

Here is an article that Rob Rains wrote in regards to Mitch Harris:

The Cardinals will welcome 79 pitchers to their minor-league spring training camp on Monday, all bringing with them the hopes and dreams that one day they will pitch in the major leagues.

All have their own stories to tell of how they have reached this point in their careers, but for 78 of the 79, their story cannot compare to the journey that Mitch Harris has taken to finally get to his first spring training, nearly five years after he was drafted by the Cardinals.

“When you have a lifelong dream, you want to get there as quick as you can, but sometimes other things need to go on before you can get there,” Harris said. “You have to have patience and believe that God has put this plan in place for a purpose. Sometimes it takes a little longer than you anticipate and you just have to trust that it’s going to work out for the best.”

What went on in Harris’ life was his commitment to spend five years on active duty in the Navy after his 2008 graduation from the Naval Academy. A right-handed pitcher who stands 6-foot-4, the Cardinals made Harris their 13th round choice in the draft that year, knowing it likely would be a few years before Harris was able to change careers.

Neither Harris nor the Cardinals thought it would be five years. Twice Harris applied for early release from his active duty commitment, with the difference in service time added on to his reserves assignment, but both times his request was denied.

He never gave up hope and tried to stay as baseball-ready as possible, including playing catch on the deck of a ship during one of his three deployments at sea.

Now 27, Harris is grateful the Cardinals are giving him the opportunity to pursue his dream.

“We’re intrigued to see what we have,” said John Vuch, the Cardinals’ director of minor league operations. “He was a guy we liked a lot back when we drafted him. He’s certainly a quality individual, and is definitely impressive the way he carries himself. That’s one of the things we really like about him and we’re looking forward to seeing what he can do.”

Harris was drafted by the Braves after his junior year, but at that point decided to continue his Naval career. His fastball measured between 92 and 94 miles an hour and some draft experts estimated he would have likely been a second or third-round pick without the military commitment.

Harris finally got an early release from his Navy commitment in January, and moved to Florida so he could work out at the Roger Dean complex on a regular basis. He, like the Cardinals, is eager to see how he compares to the competition.

“I want to see how my body reacts and I know the competitiveness that I have will kick in and push it to the next level,” Harris said. “I don’t want to set any expectations. My goal is to come out and pitch the best I possibly can. Because of my age I would like to move up as quickly as I can, but I don’t think at this point there is anything I can’t do.”

Vuch said there are no age restrictions on where Harris can play when the regular season begins, and the organization likely will be a little more aggressive with him considering his age.

“We have to see where he is from a competitive standpoint and that will dictate where he goes more than his age,” Vuch said. “Once we see him face hitters we will get a feel for where he is. If we feel he is able to jump right in and face more advanced competition, that’s where he will go.”

The team does not matter to Harris. All he cares about is that all of his sacrifices and hard work the past five years will finally be coming true. He got to spend a few weeks in extended spring training last year while on leave from the Navy but that was different, because he knew he was not going to a team and would be going back to the Navy.

“You don’t even know how much I appreciate this,” Harris said. “I told the guys last year, ‘I will be a good teammate but I promise you if I hear you complaining or saying that you are taking something for granted, I will be the first one to jump all over you because you don’t understand how many guys would love to be in your shoes.’

“There are guys fighting every day for the freedoms we have here and I won’t ever complain while I am out here. I am going to enjoy it and have a blast.”

Harris also said he is playing not only for himself, but for all of his fellow servicemen who have stayed by his side during his Navy years, encouraging him not to give up on his dream.

“I think back a lot to the guys I served with and I keep in touch with them on social media,” Harris said. “I think it’s a big deal to know they have someone to look up to. If they have something they have their mind set for, they can always push for it. Don’t give up, set your mind to it and they can do it.

“I want the guys I served with to have somebody to follow and celebrate with me as we go through this together. It is one of those brotherhood kinds of things – if you’ve been there and done that, it’s something bigger than just a story. It’s a journey a lot of people have kind of gone through with me, and I want to keep it that way.”

It was through the help of those friends, and their encouragement, that Harris never lost hope that one day he would play baseball for the Cardinals. He knew when he made the decision to finish his commitment to the Naval Academy what was required, and he has no regrets about that decision – however his baseball career turns out.

“Growing up in a small town in North Carolina I had no idea what the Naval Academy was,” Harris said. “The only thing I knew about the Navy was that my grandpa was in it in World War Two. There wasn’t a whole lot of understanding what it was I was getting into my freshman year. Then they start teaching you the history and drilling into you the importance and respect of what the military is, and what it stands for, and what this country is founded on, and you can’t let that go.

“It was something that was real important to me and I knew the time I put into it, the time my family put into it, meant a lot. Both my grandpas are World War Two vets. It was something I really wanted to do, to fulfill my commitment.”

During his nearly five years of active duty, Harris went on three long deployments, traveled to more than 30 countries and was involved in numerous operations.

“You never really know if you are in danger,” he said. “There were some times that we had some guys close to the ship and had some ‘threats’ but never were we in any imminent danger like the guys are in Afghanistan and other places that go through attacks every day,” Harris said. “I never considered myself in harm’s way. I could never imagine what those guys on the ground go through. I have more respect than you can imagine for those guys.”

As he looks back at his military career, and begins his life in baseball, Harris realizes that he came away from the last five years with one life lesson he never wants to forget.

“Make the best out of the small things and really learn to enjoy the things that sometimes you take for granted,” Harris said.

Inside Baseball with Rob Rains

Edgar Renteria Retires

noreply@blogger.com (Joe McBrayer) — Fri, 22 Mar 2013 03:13:00 +0000

After an absence of one year out of Major League Baseball Edgar Renteria calls it quits. With spending six years out of sixteen with the Cardinals he still has the most tenure at shortstop as a Cardinal in the past thirteen years. His reason for retiring is due to wanting to spend more time with his family. His accolades includes being a two time World Series MVP with the Marlins in 1997 and again with the Giants in 2010. He also appeared in the World Series with the Cardinals in 2004. He also appeared as an All-Star short stop with the Cardinals in 2000, 2003 and 2004.
Renetria also has the honor of being the best Major League Baseball player out of Columbia with having a WAR of 28.9. We sure did love him in St.Louis. I am just wondering who will top Edgar's tenure? Pete Kozma? uggghhh

Here Comes Man-Ram Jr.!

noreply@blogger.com (Joe McBrayer) — Mon, 18 Mar 2013 22:44:00 +0000

Today I came across an article on Yahoo Sports Blog "Prep Rally" about Manny Rameriz Jr. I was surprised the age of this kid already. So I am reposting the article:

When the Major League Baseball campaign kicks off in April, there will not be a Manny Ramirez on a roster to be found anywhere, depriving the league of crazy antics and, perhaps, creaky-need hits. Yet, if one prep prospect continues his development apace, there may be a Manny Ramirez in The Show soon. The difference is that this one has a Jr. at the end of his name.

As reported by Perfect Game, Manny Ramirez Jr. has emerged as a star for the IMG Academy elite baseball team, a unit based out of the Bradenton, Fla., sports training academy. Most recently, Ramirez Jr. bashed his way to a .522 batting average, 15 RBI and nine runs scored in leading IMG to the Cleats Sports Classic Invitational title.

IMG is an academy program in Bradenton that also incorporates a full high school experience for its students. All the players on the IMG team go to school just like the high schools they compete against, though they do get to spend a bit more time working out and developing sports specific skills.

Most notably, Ramirez Jr. stepped up when it mattered most, delivering a grand slam and a two-run double in IMG’s 9-1 victory against Desert Ridge (Az.) High in the Cleats Classic championship game. If there is any doubt about Ramirez Jr.'s raw power, it can probably be answered with this video of Ramirez Jr.'s other homer at the event, against Tuscon (Ariz.) High.

While Ramirez Jr. isn’t considered one of the top 20 prospects in the current senior class of 2013, he is a consensus top-250 player with plenty of physical tools. The 6-foot-4, 200-pound Central Arizona Community College signee could still see his stock rise to a decent draftable position, or he could spend a year or two playing junior college baseball before trying to follow in his father’s footsteps at the next level
Whichever path he takes, the younger Ramirez Jr. has made it clear that he’s living for the moment in his final high school campaign, as he told Perfect Game following his stunning tournament performance.

"I just love this team and we just have great chemistry together," Ramirez Jr. told the site. "We just stuck together and fought through it."

article written by Cameron Smith

Cardinals Looking at Betancourt

noreply@blogger.com (Joe McBrayer) — Mon, 18 Mar 2013 16:58:00 +0000

The short stop search the Cardinals are exploring has made a stop for a look-see with Yuniesky Betancourt.The Boston Globe baseball reporter Nick Cafardo has reported
"Betancourt has improved his visibility, and it wouldn’t be shocking to see a team deal for him before the season. The best thing that happened for Betancourt is Jimmy Rollins playing in the WBC. Betancourt is also in good shape, which has been a challenge for him in the past. With a March 24 opt-out in his minor league deal, he’s on the Cardinals’ list as they attempt to replace Rafael Furcal". With Betancourt being rated in baseball as the worse at his position, it is nice to know that he is only on the list of short stops the Cardinals are considering. I hope Mozeliak keeps this low lying fruit on his shopping list before he buys it.

Cardinals Intrested in Bud Norris and Other News....

noreply@blogger.com (Joe McBrayer) — Sun, 17 Mar 2013 03:53:00 +0000

Some stirring news going on this morning and afternoon regarding "Cardinal Killer" Bud Norris and Lucas Harrell of the Astros. Peter Gammons reported that the Cardinals are intrested in Bud Norris and Lucas Harrell even though that it was expected the Cardinals might trade for a short stop.
Just by looking at this from the outside it seems to me the Cardinals may want proven arms instead of Miller or Kelly. The Cardinals have two weeks to figure things out before they run out of time. The fight for the 5th starting pitcher spot looks as if it may go to Joe Kelly and sending Shelby Miller down to the AAA team. So if they trade for Norris or Harrell then Joe Kelly would go to the pen. At this the Cardinals are able to be buyers at this time. Matt Adams has become a valuable comodity to bring a starting pitcher or a short stop. Speaking of Matt Adams, it maybe a possibility that the Cardinals may release Ronny Cedeno due to his lack luster production during spring training. So if Cedeno is dropped then the Cards could keep Adams. So Descalso would be back up short stop.

My take on Cardinals making a trade with the Astros make sense. If the Astros could throw in Jed Lowrie with Bud Norris for Matt Adams and minor league pitcher then this would be a great move to improve the team.

Is Elvis Andrus the Answer?

noreply@blogger.com (Joe McBrayer) — Thu, 14 Mar 2013 04:42:00 +0000

First it was the Troy Tulowiski rumors that went viral and kept popping in and out of the rumor mill. For a while it was Elvis Andrus, well the Elvis rumors are back again. and heres why. ESPN Insider Dan Szymborski has reported that Elvis Andrus would make a great fit as the Cardinals short stop. At this time the Cardinals seem to be leaning towards Pete Kozma a the starting short stop since Furcal is out for the rest of the season. Rangers have Jackson Profar which is their up and coming short stop. Elvis would be pushed out and traded. Szymborski also noted that this trade would work since the Cardinals are deep in prospects. A Carlos Martinez or Shelby Miller could be a potential trade bait?

Here is the upside in regards to Elvis. He is presently 24 years old. He has two more years on his contract. In 2013 he will recieve $4,800,000 and 2014 he will get $6,475,000. Good speed on bases. A actual short stop that has is great defensively that has a good live bat. He hits well. An All-Star in 2010 and 2012. If the Cardinals can pull the trigger with a trade now is the time. A weak position with the Cardinals could become a strong leader amongst this team.

A Guide for the Ultimate Spring Baseball Fan

noreply@blogger.com (Joe McBrayer) — Wed, 13 Mar 2013 03:49:00 +0000

Sports Management Degree Hub has taken a look at Spring Training. Winter is finally coming to an end, and baseball is finally right around the corner.

BATTER UP

The Fan's Guide to Spring Training
Baseball's back. Shake off the rust of the offseason with a guide to spring training, from where the teams play to which prospects to keep your eye on this year.

Where They Play

Where does your favorite team play its spring training exhibitions?

Cactus League-Arizona
Arizona Diamondbacks: Salt River Fields at Talking Stick, Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community
Chicago Cubs: HoHoKam Stadium, Mesa
Chicago White Sox: Camelback Ranch, Glendale
Cincinnati Reds: Goodyear Ballpark, Goodyear
Cleveland Indians: Goodyear Ballpark, Goodyear
Colorado Rockies: Salt River Fields at Talking Stick, Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community
Kansas City Royals: Surprise Stadium, Surprise
L.A. Angels: Tempe Diablo Stadium, Tempe
L.A. Dodgers: Camelback Ranch, Glendale
Milwaukee Brewers: Maryvale Baseball Park, Phoenix
Oakland Athletics: Phoenix Municipal Stadium, Phoenix
San Diego Padres: Peoria Sports Complex, Peoria
San Francisco Giants: Scottsdale Stadium, Scottsdale
Seattle Mariners: Peoria Sports Complex, Peoria
Texas Rangers: Surprise Stadium, Surprise
Grapefruit League-Florida
Atlanta Braves: Champion Stadium, Lake Buena Vista at Walt Disney World
Baltimore Orioles: Ed Smith Stadium, Sarasota
Boston Red Sox: JetBlue Park, Fort Myers
Detroit Tigers: Joker Marchant Stadium, Lakeland
Houston Astros: Osceola County Stadium, Kissimmee
Miami Marlins: Roger Dean Stadium, Jupiter
Minnesota Twins: Hammond Stadium, Fort Myers
N.Y. Mets: Tradition Field, Port St. Lucie
N.Y. Yankees: George M. Steinbrenner Field, Tampa
Philadelphia Phillies: Bright House Field, Clearwater
Pittsburgh Pirates: McKechnie Field, Bradenton
St. Louis Cardinals: Roger Dean Stadium, Jupiter
Tampa Bay Rays: Charlotte Sports Park, Port Charlotte
Toronto Blue Jays: Florida Auto Exchange Stadium, Dunedin
Washington Nationals: Space Coast Stadium, Viera

For most teams, their spring training site is hundreds of miles away.

Longest distance from home stadium

Cleveland Indians 2,031
Minnesota Twins 1,859
Milwaukee Brewers 1,837
Cincinnati Reds 1,831
Chicago White Sox 1,797

Shortest distance from home city

Arizona Diamondbacks 22
Miami Marlins 85
Tampa Bay Rays 99
San Diego Padres 353
L.A. Angels 365

About the stadiums

Newest: JetBlue Field, opened in 2012
Oldest: McKechnie Field; opened 1923
Smallest: Osceola Stadium in Kissimmee, Fla. Capacity: 5,300
Biggest: Camelback Ranch in Glendale, Ariz. Capacity: 13,500
Cheapest seat: $6, Oakland Athletics
Priciest seat: $41, L.A. Dodgers, Chicago White Sox

Spring Training History

The New York Giants established the first permanent spring training site in Marlin, Texas, in 1908, where the team trained before moving to Gainesville, Florida, in 1919.

Over the years, teams have varied their spring training locations, both in the U.S. and around the world.

New Orleans
Atlanta
Mobile, Alabama
Cuba
Bermuda
Venezuela
Catalina Island, California
West Lafayette, Indiana

Prospects to Watch

Jameson Taillon
Team: Pittsburgh Pirates
Position: RHP
Age: 21
Height/Weight: 6'6", 225 lbs.

Xander Bogaerts
Team: Boston Red Sox
Position: SS
Age: 20
Height/Weight: 6'3", 175 lbs.

Jose Fernandez
Team: Miami Marlins
Position: RHP
Age: 20
Height/Weight: 6'3", 215 lbs.

Zack Wheeler
Team: New York Mets
Position: RHP
Age: 22
Height/Weight: 6'4", 185 lbs.

Gerrit Cole
Team: Pittsburgh Pirates
Position: RHP
Age: 22
Height/Weight: 6'4", 220 lbs.

Taijuan Walker
Team: Seattle Mariners
Position: RHP
Age: 20
Height/Weight: 6'4", 210 lbs.

Wil Myers
Team: Tampa Bay Rays
Position: OF
Age: 22
Height/Weight: 6'3", 205 lbs.

Oscar Taveras
Team: St. Louis Cardinals
Position: OF
Age: 20
Height/Weight: 6'2", 180 lbs.

Dylan Bundy
Team: Baltimore Orioles
Position: RHP
Age: 20
Height/Weight: 6'1", 195 lbs.

Jurickson Profar
Team: Texas Rangers
Position: SS
Age: 21
Height/Weight: 6'0", 165 lbs.

SOURCES

springtrainingmagazine.com
Bleacher Report
Christian Science Monitor
ESPN

Sportsmanagementdegreehub.com.

Allen Craig Locked In

noreply@blogger.com (Joe McBrayer) — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 22:53:00 +0000

It felt like a waiting game. When will the Cardinals work out a deal with Craig? Well it finally happened. Today the Cardinals reached a deal today with Allen Craig that will keep him a Cardinal for five years for $31 millioin. What a deal. It also has a club option at $13million and a $1million buyout. Nice to see that the Cardinals plan to keep him here for a long time. It was also reported that Craig is also happy to continue his career with the Cards.