http://mlb.mlb.com STL Homepage News Wed, 19 Jun 2013 08:33:02 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130618&content_id=51042984&vkey=news_stl&c_id=stl Tue, 18 Jun 2013 21:40:35 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130618&content_id=51042984&vkey=news_stl&c_id=stl After passing a physical, Rob Kaminsky, an 18-year-old left-handed pitcher out of St. Joseph Regional (N.J.) High School, signed his contract Tuesday at Busch Stadium. He will begin his Minor League career in Jupiter, Fla., with the Gulf Coast League Cardinals, who begin their season Saturday. Chad Thornburg http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_06_19_chnmlb_slnmlb_1&mode=preview&vkey=preview_web_home&c_id=stl Tue, 18 Jun 2013 23:50:17 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_06_19_chnmlb_slnmlb_1&mode=preview&vkey=preview_web_home&c_id=stl Jake Westbrook is making his second start since coming off the disabled list, and eighth start this season for St. Louis. He'll take on Edwin Jackson on Wednesday. Steven Petrella http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130618&content_id=51029286&notebook_id=51028886&vkey=notebook_stl&c_id=stl Tue, 18 Jun 2013 20:08:01 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130618&content_id=51029286&notebook_id=51028886&vkey=notebook_stl&c_id=stl The presence of a second left-hander in Kevin Siegrist -- and one who is not a defined left-on-left specialist like Randy Choate -- has given manager Mike Matheny another mid-game option. Jenifer Langosch http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_06_18_chnmlb_slnmlb_1&mode=recap_home&c_id=stl Wed, 19 Jun 2013 01:00:53 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_06_18_chnmlb_slnmlb_1&mode=recap_home&c_id=stl Adam Wainwright surrendered four runs in the first inning of an otherwise strong outing in the Cardinals' 4-2 loss to the Cubs on Tuesday night. Carlos Beltran hit a solo home run. Jenifer Langosch http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130618&content_id=50940560&vkey=news_stl&c_id=stl Tue, 18 Jun 2013 10:00:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130618&content_id=50940560&vkey=news_stl&c_id=stl If 2012 is to be remembered as the year Mike Trout and Bryce Harper were first unleashed upon the Major League Baseball world, then 2013 is shaping up to be remembered as the season Matt Harvey and Shelby Miller established themselves as aces in the making, the type of top-end starting talent teams dream of developing. Anthony Castrovince http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_06_17_chnmlb_slnmlb_1&mode=recap_home&c_id=stl Tue, 18 Jun 2013 02:06:15 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_06_17_chnmlb_slnmlb_1&mode=recap_home&c_id=stl Shelby Miller earned the win in the Cardinals' 5-2 victory over the Cubs on Monday, but he lasted only five innings because of cramping in his right leg. He was picked up by four relievers who preserved the lead. Jenifer Langosch http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130617&content_id=50917470&notebook_id=50930786&vkey=notebook_stl&c_id=stl Mon, 17 Jun 2013 21:26:20 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130617&content_id=50917470&notebook_id=50930786&vkey=notebook_stl&c_id=stl Oscar Mercado met many who he hoped would one day be his teammates as the second-round Draft pick was at Busch Stadium on Monday to officially become a member of the Cardinals organization. Jenifer Langosch and Chad Thornburg http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130617&content_id=50917470&notebook_id=50917810&vkey=notebook_stl&c_id=stl Mon, 17 Jun 2013 19:31:20 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130617&content_id=50917470&notebook_id=50917810&vkey=notebook_stl&c_id=stl A day after rookie Tyler Lyons delivered another subpar start for the Cardinals, manager Mike Matheny indicated that the club planned to keep Lyons in the rotation and have him make his next scheduled start Friday. Jenifer Langosch and Chad Thornburg http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130617&content_id=50917470&notebook_id=50917664&vkey=notebook_stl&c_id=stl Mon, 17 Jun 2013 19:31:18 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130617&content_id=50917470&notebook_id=50917664&vkey=notebook_stl&c_id=stl Fernando Salas is scheduled to begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Memphis on Tuesday in what should be the reliever's final checkpoint before returning from the disabled list. Jenifer Langosch and Chad Thornburg http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_06_16_slnmlb_miamlb_1&mode=recap_away&c_id=stl Sun, 16 Jun 2013 17:35:08 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_06_16_slnmlb_miamlb_1&mode=recap_away&c_id=stl Tyler Lyons had a rough afternoon and the Cardinals were flummoxed by Ricky Nolasco in a 7-2 loss to the Marlins in Sunday's finale at Marlins Park. David Villavicencio http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130616&content_id=50801230&notebook_id=50802646&vkey=notebook_stl&c_id=stl Sun, 16 Jun 2013 12:42:43 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130616&content_id=50801230&notebook_id=50802646&vkey=notebook_stl&c_id=stl The Cardinals' starting lineup Sunday was missing some familiar faces, but manager Mike Matheny did not believe it was any less competitive. David Villavicencio http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130616&content_id=50801230&notebook_id=50802262&vkey=notebook_stl&c_id=stl Sun, 16 Jun 2013 12:40:54 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130616&content_id=50801230&notebook_id=50802262&vkey=notebook_stl&c_id=stl Every mound sits 60 feet away from home plate, but Cardinals reliever Randy Choate spent some time throwing from a familiar rubber this weekend. David Villavicencio http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130616&content_id=50801230&notebook_id=50801924&vkey=notebook_stl&c_id=stl Sun, 16 Jun 2013 12:31:52 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130616&content_id=50801230&notebook_id=50801924&vkey=notebook_stl&c_id=stl Playing the Marlins in Miami is always special for Jon Jay, but this weekend's series was more than just a trip home for the Cardinals' outfielder. David Villavicencio http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_06_15_slnmlb_miamlb_1&mode=recap_away&c_id=stl Sat, 15 Jun 2013 20:58:13 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_06_15_slnmlb_miamlb_1&mode=recap_away&c_id=stl Lance Lynn (career-high seven runs) couldn't hold a big early lead, but Carlos Beltran (two solo home runs) and the Cards didn't stop hitting in a 13-7 win over the Marlins on Saturday. David Villavicencio http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130615&content_id=50722134&notebook_id=50723024&vkey=notebook_stl&c_id=stl Sat, 15 Jun 2013 16:58:46 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130615&content_id=50722134&notebook_id=50723024&vkey=notebook_stl&c_id=stl Edward Mujica is back in familiar surroundings, but wearing very different colors. The Cardinals' closer returned to Marlins Park this weekend for the first time since being traded on July 31, 2012, for Minor League infielder Zack Cox. Mujica, who spent 1 1/2 seasons in Miami, was happy to be back for a few days. David Villavicencio http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130615&content_id=50722134&notebook_id=50722570&vkey=notebook_stl&c_id=stl Sat, 15 Jun 2013 16:58:43 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130615&content_id=50722134&notebook_id=50722570&vkey=notebook_stl&c_id=stl A four-time All-Star and five-time Gold Glove Award winner, Yadier Molina has become a fan favorite throughout the world. He came across one of his biggest fans in the second inning of Friday's 5-4 loss to the Marlins when rookie Jose Fernandez stepped up to the plate David Villavicencio http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130615&content_id=50722134&notebook_id=50723340&vkey=notebook_stl&c_id=stl Sat, 15 Jun 2013 16:58:41 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130615&content_id=50722134&notebook_id=50723340&vkey=notebook_stl&c_id=stl On a team full of standouts, Matt Carpenter has earned himself some deserved attention. The 27-year-old has been one of the top hitters in the National League, ranking in the Top 5 in batting average (fifth), hits (fourth) and on-base percentage (fourth) heading into Saturday's game against the Marlins. David Villavicencio http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130615&content_id=50714142&vkey=news_stl&c_id=stl Sat, 15 Jun 2013 15:13:18 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130615&content_id=50714142&vkey=news_stl&c_id=stl Jeanine Duncan, who played the role of baseball matriarch to perfection, was honored in a touching memorial service on Saturday morning at Cathedral Basilica in St. Louis. Duncan, 64, died on June 6 at her home in Kimberling City, Mo., after a 22-month battle with brain cancer. Steve Overbey http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130615&content_id=50699292&vkey=news_stl&c_id=stl Sun, 16 Jun 2013 19:17:53 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130615&content_id=50699292&vkey=news_stl&c_id=stl Yadier Molina is closing the gap, but Buster Posey still has a hold on the National League's top catcher spot, according to the latest All-Star vote totals. Meanwhile, Carlos Beltran continued his rise up the ranks and has surpassed Justin Upton and Bryce Harper as the top outfielder. Chad Thornburg http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_06_14_slnmlb_miamlb_1&mode=recap_away&c_id=stl Fri, 14 Jun 2013 23:53:22 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_06_14_slnmlb_miamlb_1&mode=recap_away&c_id=stl Jake Westbrook made his first start since May 8 on Friday night, but the Marlins ensured his return would not be a triumphant one. Westbrook could not hold an early lead as Miami beat St. Louis, 5-4, before 15,403 at Marlins Park. David Villavicencio http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130614&content_id=50624802&notebook_id=50625216&vkey=notebook_stl&c_id=stl Fri, 14 Jun 2013 19:15:50 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130614&content_id=50624802&notebook_id=50625216&vkey=notebook_stl&c_id=stl St. Louis activated Jake Westbrook from the disabled list and made room for him on the 25-man roster by optioning rookie right-hander Michael Wacha to Triple-A Memphis. Wacha was 1-0 with a 4.58 ERA in three starts with the Cardinals. David Villavicencio http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130614&content_id=50624802&notebook_id=50625062&vkey=notebook_stl&c_id=stl Fri, 14 Jun 2013 19:15:42 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130614&content_id=50624802&notebook_id=50625062&vkey=notebook_stl&c_id=stl A familiar face strolled into the Cardinals' clubhouse around 3 p.m. CT on Friday afternoon. Rafael Furcal, who is out for the entire season as he recovers from Tommy John surgery, is pleased with how his rehabilitation is going. David Villavicencio http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130614&content_id=50624802&notebook_id=50624976&vkey=notebook_stl&c_id=stl Fri, 14 Jun 2013 19:15:39 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130614&content_id=50624802&notebook_id=50624976&vkey=notebook_stl&c_id=stl Carlos Beltran has been helping the Cardinals from the minute he stepped on the field in 2012. But the seven-time All-Star will be helping off the field in St. Louis, too. David Villavicencio http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130614&content_id=50624802&notebook_id=50624804&vkey=notebook_stl&c_id=stl Fri, 14 Jun 2013 19:15:38 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130614&content_id=50624802&notebook_id=50624804&vkey=notebook_stl&c_id=stl St. Louis came to terms with pitcher Michael Mayers (3rd round, University of Mississippi), outfielder James Bosco (13th round, Menlo College), pitcher Michael Brookshire (20th round, Belmont University), catcher Alex DeLeon (23rd round, University of Kansas) and pitcher Kyle Webb (32nd round, Elon University). David Villavicencio http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130614&content_id=50607194&vkey=news_stl&c_id=stl Fri, 14 Jun 2013 12:27:27 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130614&content_id=50607194&vkey=news_stl&c_id=stl The Cardinals are one of the model franchises in baseball, overcoming the loss of Albert Pujols and manager Tony La Russa to remain on top. Richard Justice http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130614&content_id=50598156&vkey=news_stl&c_id=stl Fri, 14 Jun 2013 10:00:00 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130614&content_id=50598156&vkey=news_stl&c_id=stl The Cardinals and Tigers have built deep staffs around their big-name stoppers in 2013, and it's led to plenty of success. Both clubs feature several arms pitching like aces -- not to mention a couple of the league's most consistently dominant pitchers for the past few seasons, too. Clearly their first-place standing is no fluke. Mike Bauman http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130613&content_id=50521558&notebook_id=50551322&vkey=notebook_stl&c_id=stl Thu, 13 Jun 2013 18:30:10 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130613&content_id=50521558&notebook_id=50551322&vkey=notebook_stl&c_id=stl Manager Mike Matheny returned to his roots on Thursday, catching Tyler Lyons' bullpen session after a morning rainstorm condensed the amount of time the Cardinals had to get in all their pregame work. Jenifer Langosch http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120101&content_id=&notebook_id=50522098&vkey=notebook_stl&c_id=stl Thu, 13 Jun 2013 13:11:36 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120101&content_id=&notebook_id=50522098&vkey=notebook_stl&c_id=stl Side by side, Tyler Lyons and Michael Wacha threw their in-between-start bullpen sessions at Citi Field on Thursday. They are both likely to pitch next on Sunday, when one will start for the Cardinals and the other for Triple-A Memphis. Jenifer Langosch http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_06_13_slnmlb_nynmlb_1&mode=recap_away&c_id=stl Thu, 13 Jun 2013 18:00:29 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_06_13_slnmlb_nynmlb_1&mode=recap_away&c_id=stl Adam Wainwright bested Matt Harvey in a classic duel, throwing seven scoreless innings in the Cardinals' 2-1 victory over the Mets on Thursday. Jenifer Langosch http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130612&content_id=50423724&vkey=news_stl&c_id=stl Thu, 13 Jun 2013 18:58:28 EDT http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130612&content_id=50423724&vkey=news_stl&c_id=stl Shelby Miller knows the makeup of a true hero. In honor of Father's Day, the Cardinals rookie reflected on his two heroes, his father and grandfather, and the impact each has had on his life. Jenifer Langosch