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Cardinals | No contract talks for Yadier Molina during season

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 15:56:09 -0800

The agents for St. Louis Cardinals C Yadier Molina indicated that they will not discuss a contract extension with their client during the regular season. He's expected to seek at least a five-year deal that would go over $10 million per season.

Comment (0) | Share: Tweet! Share on Facebook | Source: St. Louis Post-Dispatch - Joe Strauss


Cardinals | Jordan Swagerty has arm soreness

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 14:28:24 -0800

St. Louis Cardinals SP Jordan Swagerty (arm) is dealing with some arm discomfort and was held off the mound Tuesday, Feb. 21, as a precaution. He took part in other drills designed for pitchers, though.

Comment (0) | Share: Tweet! Share on Facebook | Source: MLB.com - Jenifer Langosch


Cardinals | Jason Motte is the closer

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 08:21:05 -0800

St. Louis Cardinals manager Mike Matheny firmly said that RP Jason Motte is the team's closer.

Comment (0) | Share: Tweet! Share on Facebook | Source: CBSSports.com - Danny Knobler


Cardinals | Two arrive

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 07:21:54 -0800

St. Louis Cardinals OF Matt Holliday and 3B David Freese arrived in camp early Tuesday, Feb. 21.

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Cardinals | Lance Lynn scratched

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 06:10:05 -0800

St. Louis Cardinals RP Lance Lynn (hamstring) won't throw a side session Tuesday, Feb. 21, due to left hamstring tightness. He said it's minor, and he should resume throwing the following day.

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Cardinals | Derek Lilliquist to stick to Dave Duncan blueprint

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 00:02:41 -0800

St. Louis Cardinals pitching coach Derek Lilliquist told reporters he will not stray too far from the routine Dave Duncan used as coach. "The recipe for his chocolate cake is pretty good," Lilliquist said. "Maybe there are some sprinkles here and there. But the recipe has been good."

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Cardinals | Shelby Miller slims down

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 14:50:10 -0800

St. Louis Cardinals SP Shelby Miller has slimmed down this offseason due to a rigorous winter workout program. He could start the year at Class AA or AAA but there is a chance that he will make his major league debut this season.

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Cardinals | Allen Craig building strength

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 12:59:16 -0800

St. Louis Cardinals OF Allen Craig (knee) is working on building strength in his surgically repaired knee. He is expected to add running to his rehab soon, followed eventually by baseball activities. It's unknown if he'll have to open the season on the disabled list.

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Cardinals | Relievers won't be stretched out

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 12:55:10 -0800

St. Louis Cardinals manager Mike Matheny said the team's current relievers won't be stretched out in camp in order to prepare them to be starters if needed. Ps Lance Lynn, Kyle McClellan and Mitchell Boggs will prepare solely as relievers. SP Brandon Dickson is an option to be a swingman if needed.

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Cardinals | Kolten Wong arrives

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 07:09:17 -0800

St. Louis Cardinals 2B Kolten Wong arrived in camp early Monday, Feb. 20.

Comment (0) | Share: Tweet! Share on Facebook | Source: St. Louis Post-Dispatch - Derrick Goold


Cardinals | One arrives

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 05:59:23 -0800

St. Louis Cardinals Rule 5 pick OF Erik Komatsu arrived in camp early Monday, Feb. 20.

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Cardinals | May alter Chris Carpenter's workout

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 00:24:04 -0800

St. Louis Cardinals SP Chris Carpenter, manager Mike Matheny and pitching coach Derek Lilliquist confirmed ongoing discussions about Carpenter skipping one or even two exhibition starts as he readies for a projected Opening Day start against the Miami Marlins. "It's something we've been discussing for awhile," Matheny said before a morning meeting with his coaching staff. "Chris has been involved in the process and whatever decision is made will certainly include his input. It's accurate to say things will take final shape as we move along."

Comment (0) | Share: Tweet! Share on Facebook | Source: St. Louis Post-Dispatch - Joe Strauss


Cardinals | Adam Wainwright throws first bullpen session in camp

Sun, 19 Feb 2012 21:03:26 -0800

St. Louis Cardinals SP Adam Wainwright (elbow) threw his first bullpen session Sunday, Feb. 19. He threw 33 pitches. "I certainly feel good," Wainwright said. "I'm a very positive thinker. It's the only way I roll. Guys are coming back (from Tommy John surgery) in 10 months sometime, so there's no reason to think 12 months is too soon." Wainwright has been throwing off the mound for a little more than five weeks already, and he has thrown a bullpen session every third day since Jan. 12. He has not had a single setback.

Comment (0) | Share: Tweet! Share on Facebook | Source: MLB.com - Jenifer Langosch


Cardinals | Extension talks with Yadier Molina put on hold

Sun, 19 Feb 2012 14:27:40 -0800

The St. Louis Cardinals have postponed contract extension talks with C Yadier Molina after the two sides were unable to reach an agreement during a two-week period of negotiations. Molina said he is willing to re-open the talks if the team initiates the talks. He also pointed out that he would not be giving the team a hometown discount in order to stay.

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Cardinals | Allen Craig to resume throwing soon

Sat, 18 Feb 2012 11:39:14 -0800

St. Louis Cardinals OF Allen Craig (knee) could resume throwing as early as next week.

Comment (0) | Share: Tweet! Share on Facebook | Source: FOXSportsMidwest.com - B.J. Rains


Cardinals | Scott Linebrink turned down Colorado, San Fran

Sat, 18 Feb 2012 11:29:01 -0800

St. Louis Cardinals RP Scott Linebrink said he received offers from the Colorado Rockies and San Francisco Giants but chose St. Louis because it was the best fit for him. Most offers he received in free agency were minor league deals.

Comment (0) | Share: Tweet! Share on Facebook | Source: St. Louis Post-Dispatch - Derrick Goold


Cardinals | Plan for Adam Wainwright coming Saturday

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 18:03:58 -0800

Updating a previous report, the St. Louis Cardinals management team will formulate a plan for SP Adam Wainwright (elbow) Saturday, Feb. 18, as he makes his way back from Tommy John surgery. Wainwright has said he is treating this spring like any other, but the team wants to be cautious.

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Cardinals | Kyle Lohse already throwing in camp

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 18:03:23 -0800

St. Louis Cardinals pitchers and catchers aren't required to report until Sunday, Feb. 19, but SP Kyle Lohse already got a bullpen session in Friday, Feb. 17.

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Cardinals |Five throw Friday

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 18:02:44 -0800

St. Louis Cardinals RP Mitchell Boggs, Tyrell Jenkins, Adam Ottavino, Adam Reifer and Eduardo Sanchez were among the pitchers who threw Friday, Feb. 17. Pitchers and catchers aren't required to report until Sunday, Feb. 19.

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Cardinals | No pitchers, catcher to be limited at start of camp

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 18:02:17 -0800

St. Louis Cardinals general manager John Mozeliak said Friday, Feb. 17, that he is not aware of any pitchers or catchers who will be limited at the start of camp. Spring training officially begins for the team Sunday, Feb. 19, when pitchers and catchers officially report.

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Cardinals | Chris Carpenter, Jake Westbrook throw long toss

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 18:00:42 -0800

St. Louis Cardinals SP Chris Carpenter and Jake Westbrook are already at the team's spring training facility in Florida working out, and they were seen throwing long toss Friday, Feb. 17.

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Cardinals | Jim Edmonds, Ozzie Smith are guest instructors

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 18:00:17 -0800

Former St. Louis Cardinals OF Jim Edmonds and Hall of Fame SS Ozzie Smith are among the new faces who will be guest instructors at the team's spring training facility, assisting new manager Mike Matheny. Edmonds is expected to serve in a more long-term role with the organization, although his role hasn't yet been clearly defined.

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Cardinals | Could modify Adam Wainwright's schedule

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 15:21:50 -0800

The St. Louis Cardinals will consider monitoring SP Adam Wainwright's (elbow) spring training schedule as he tries to come back from Tommy John surgery.

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Cardinals | Leaning toward extra infielder

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 11:05:46 -0800

St. Louis Cardinals manager Mike Matheny seems to be leaning toward keeping an extra infielder over having three catchers on the roster. INFs Tyler Greene, Daniel Descalso and Skip Schumaker will battle for the second base job, and SS Alex Cora could also be a factor.

Comment (0) | Share: Tweet! Share on Facebook | Source: St. Louis Post-Dispatch - Rick Hummel


Cardinals | Bryan Anderson has chance to stick

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 09:41:39 -0800

St. Louis Cardinals C Bryan Anderson has a chance to win the backup job to C Yadier Molina this spring. New manager Mike Matheny values Anderson more than former manager Tony La Russa did. Cs Tony Cruz, Koyie Hill and Steven Hill are also battling for the backup gig.

Comment (0) | Share: Tweet! Share on Facebook | Source: St. Louis Post-Dispatch - Rick Hummel


Cardinals | Adam Wainwright throws to hitters

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 12:00:35 -0800

St. Louis Cardinals SP Adam Wainwright (elbow) threw two simulated innings to hitters at the team's spring training facilities Thursday, Feb. 16, and he remains on target for a normal spring schedule. He tossed 40 pitches in the session, and pitching coach Derek Lilliquist said Wainwright will move to a normal schedule this weekend. "Command-wise, I've been much better than I was today," Wainwright said. "That will continue to get better, I think. I've been pleased with where that's been. It will continue to get better and better as I throw. Hopefully, I'll get more and more comfortable on the mound as I go out there." He used all of his pitches in the session Thursday, and he especially worked on his cut fastball.

Comment (0) | Share: Tweet! Share on Facebook | Source: St. Louis Post-Dispatch - Derrick Goold


Cardinals | Three throwing pens

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 07:32:15 -0800

St. Louis Cardinals CL Jason Motte, RP Lance Lynn and RP Kyle McClellan are throwing bullpen sessions Thursday, Feb. 16.

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Cardinals | Zack Cox to stay at 3B

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 14:54:36 -0800

St. Louis Cardinals 3B Zack Cox will remain at third base in the organization.

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Cardinals | Brandon Dickson to start at Class AAA

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 14:54:10 -0800

St. Louis Cardinals P Brandon Dickson is expected to start the 2012 season in the Class AAA rotation. The Cardinals would prefer not to move Dickson to a relief role unless there is a need.

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Cardinals | Ryan Jackson to stay at short

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 14:53:46 -0800

St. Louis Cardinals SS Ryan Jackson will remain as a shortstop despite jumping around on defense in the Arizona Fall League. He could split time at short with SS Peter Kozma at Class AAA, though.

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