By Kevin Reynolds (@deckacards) John Mozeliak, President of Baseball Operations for the St. Louis Cardinals, took a look at his team’s roster at the end of the 2017 season and came to one revealing conclusion. “They’re all good,” the former GM said, “But we need great.” Tommy Pham may take issue with that. “Personally, … Continue reading
By Kevin Reynolds (@deckacards) I spent a lot of time defending Matt Adams last year. Understandable. He’s a polarizing player, much like Chris Duncan was during his time in the Redbird dugout. Many fans wanted his playing time cut, his role reduced, and ultimately applauded the trade that banished him from Mike Matheny‘s lineup card. … Continue reading
By Kevin Reynolds (@deckacards) After Matt Carpenter‘s return to leadoff and the Cardinals’ clubhouse shakeup, offense hasn’t been a significant problem for the Busch Stadium boys. St. Louis is averaging over five runs a game since kicking off a dramatic homestand against the Phillies last Friday night. In fact, aside from the opening contest – which they won 3-to-2 … Continue reading
By Kevin Reynolds (@deckacards) Continuously beating up on the Cardinals doesn’t help much. Actually, it probably doesn’t help at all, aside from making sure the front office continues to hear the fan angst beating on the office windows. Believe me, they know. Mozeliak and Company are not deaf to the moaning and wailing in St. … Continue reading
By Kevin Reynolds (@deckacards) (Note: All stats are accurate entering play Thursday, May 25th.) Mike Matheny admitted to Jennifer Langosch of MLB.com that he has considered moving struggling leadoff hitter Dexter Fowler down in the order to spark his bat. If that’s the case, then why not put everything on the table? Replace Fowler at … Continue reading