The position of center field normally isn’t a weak offensive position for a major league team. It may be populated by smallish, true leadoff men who specialize in high on-base percentage and, possibly, high average, with the ability to steal a base. The five players who have started in center field for the St. Louis … Continue reading
By Joe Messineo The St. Louis Cardinals signed manager Mike Matheny to a five-year deal to replace legend Tony LaRussa who patrolled the dugout for 16 seasons. He retired in 2011 after having capped his career off with a World Series title. LaRussa guided the Cardinals to winning 23 out of their last 31 games … Continue reading
By Joe Messineo Aledmys Diaz is entrenched as the St. Louis Cardinals shortstop for the next decade. His performance on the field has the Cardinals brass excited for the future. Before Spring Training, it was unclear whether Diaz would be on the team due to high finances surrounding the infield, but due to some luck … Continue reading