ST. LOUIS CARDINALS NEWS

Cardinals offseason priorities: Bolster starting pitching, develop young talent

The Cardinals' offseason is not just about plugging holes (like in the rotation), but finding ways to upgrade the overall roster, whether it’s by addition or subtraction.

Ryan Fagan

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What channel is Phillies vs. Cardinals on tonight? Time, TV schedule, live stream for MLB Friday Night Baseball game

Here's everything you need to know to watch the Phillies take on the Cardinals on Friday.

Edward Sutelan

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What channel is Cardinals vs. Reds on today?

All you need to know to watch Friday's exclusively streamed game between the Cardinals and Reds.

Dan Treacy

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SN Q&A: Joe Posnanski on his latest book, 'Why We Love Baseball'

Sporting News caught up with author Joe Posnanski to discuss how he attacked his latest baseball project and what were some of his favorite parts in researching

Ryan Fagan

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Pete Alonso apologizes for tossing Masyn Winn's first base hit ball into crowd

The Cardinals were not happy with Pete Alonso's antics.

Kevin Skiver

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Everything to know about top Cardinals prospect Masyn Winn

The young core of the Cardinals continues to take shape as the team promoted its top shortstop prospect to the big leagues.

Edward Sutelan

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Cardinals won't trade Nolan Arenado

The Cardinals are in the midst of a disappointing season, but won't trade the eight-time All-Star in an attempt to revamp their farm system.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Miles Mikolas ejected, suspended for defending Willson Contreras' honor

Mikolas "had Willson's back" after the Cardinals catcher took an accidental backswing to the head from a former teammate.

Edward Sutelan

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Who could the Cardinals trade at the deadline? Nolan Arenado rumors add intrigue

The Cardinals have several options at the deadline: they could blow the whole thing up or just trade their soon-to-be free agents.

Edward Sutelan

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St. Louis' GOAT Mountain of sports: Stan Musial, Albert Pujols, Brett Hull, Bob Gibson

St. Louis has earned its reputation as one of the great baseball towns in America, and that's well-represented here. But the Gateway City is pretty well represented in other sports, too.

Ryan Fagan

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How to watch Cardinals vs. Cubs on Apple TV+

What to know to watch Cardinals vs. Cubs on Apple TV+.

Kevin Skiver

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Why the Cardinals cut ties with Adolis Garcia

Adolis Garcia has blossomed into a star with the Rangers, and he's one of many players to take off after leaving the Cardinals.

Dan Treacy

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How the Cardinals let Randy Arozarena get away in deal with Rays

As Rays slugger Randy Arozarena takes center stage at the 2023 Home Run Derby, here's a closer look at why the Cardinals gave up on the All-Star.

Dan Treacy

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How to watch Cardinals games without cable in 2023

Here is a complete guide to watching the Cardinals without cable in 2023.

Nick Brinkerhoff

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Cardinals find another way to lose game, prompting Twitter meltdown

The Cardinals have been putrid this season. But even in a year of lows, this one — surrendering a walk-off via two-run throwing error — takes the cake.

David Suggs

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Disappointing Cardinals should be sellers, and plenty of teams will be interested

The Cardinals could — and should — be active moving players before and at the deadline. It might feel like a fire sale, but it won’t be. It’ll be a reset, not a step back. 

Ryan Fagan

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What to know about London Stadium as Cubs gear up to play Cardinals

Home of West Ham United, London Stadium is expanding its MLB portfolio.

Kevin Skiver

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Why the Cardinals and Cubs are playing in London

The MLB World Tour continues in London in 2023.

Kevin Skiver

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Better late than never: MLB tapping into England's passion for baseball

There’s a small but determined group trying to grow the sport in England, and the success of the Great Britain team in the WBC and now the London Series this weekend will continue the momentum.

Ryan Fagan

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Surging Cubs, Cardinals hoping to use London Series as springboard

Fortunes are starting to turn around for NL Central rivals as they head to London for a two-game series.

Ryan Fagan

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Why David Freese turned down Cardinals Hall of Fame honor

David Freese decided he didn't want to be enshrined in the Hall of Fame of his hometown team.

Kevin Skiver

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Lars Nootbaar tears up after mom surprises him with video call on ESPN broadcast

The "Sunday Night Baseball" broadcast featured an emotional Mother's Day surprise from Lars Nootbaar's mom.

Dan Treacy

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Struggling Cardinals face brutal stretch as season teeters on brink

The Cardinals have the worst record in the National League, and the schedule offers little respite for a team that is having problems virtually everywhere.

Ryan Fagan

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Cardinals' slow start: Why St. Louis has struggled early

This is unfamiliar territory for one of baseball's most consistently dominant franchises.

Edward Sutelan

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Gregg Williams 'coaching in memory of' late father-in-law Mike Shannon in XFL playoffs

Williams' play sheet displayed a tribute to Shannon, who spent the vast majority of his life playing and working with the baseball Cardinals.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Why Cardinals optioned OF Jordan Walker after hot start to season

The Cardinals have a crowded outfield situation, and Jordan Walker is the odd one out.

Kevin Skiver

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Jordan Walker hitting streak: How Cardinals rookie's 12-game run compares to MLB records

Walker's hitting streak is the longest by a rookie to start their career since 2016, and the longest by a player aged 20 or younger since Eddie Murphy.

Edward Sutelan

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Do Cardinals have a Tyler O'Neill problem, or is it much ado about nothing?

The Cardinals have a situation, what is essentially a difference of opinion between manager Oliver Marmol and outfielder Tyler O’Neill, about a moment in Tuesday night’s loss to Atlanta.

Ryan Fagan

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Latest injury update on Cardinals C Willson Contreras

The latest on the injury status of Cardinals catcher Willson Contreras.

Dan Treacy

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Adam Wainwright delivers incredible national anthem in surprising performance

Adam Wainwright started the year on the IL, but he still made his presence felt.

Kevin Skiver

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How to watch Cardinals games without cable in 2023

What to know to watch the Cardinals in 2023 without cable.

Kevin Skiver

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What to know about Cardinals rookie Jordan Walker

Jordan Walker is looking to leave his mark on a Cardinals roster that is brimming with talent.

Kevin Skiver

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Cardinals' Adam Wainwright to miss 'several weeks' after injury at WBC

The team's Opening Day starting pitcher will miss a few weeks with an injury he sustained before Team USA's final against Japan.

Edward Sutelan

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How Cardinals' Lars Nootbaar became an instant fan favorite for Japan at WBC

Lars Nootbaar has enraptured Japan in the early stages of the World Baseball Classic.

Kevin Skiver

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Why Yadier Molina is managing Puerto Rico in 2023 World Baseball Classic

Yadier Molina is staying around the game after the end of his playing career.

Kevin Skiver

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Why Tommy Edman is playing for Korea in the World Baseball Classic

Tommy Edman is joining a sleeper Korean team in the WBC.

Kevin Skiver

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Bustin' Out, NL Central: Reds' Hunter Greene ready to challenge for Cy Young votes

Who will bust out in 2023 and reach their potential in the NL Central?

Ryan Fagan

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Baseball Hall of Fame 2023: TSN's Ryan Fagan explains his BBWAA ballot

Here are the six players I voted for, in alphabetical order by last name: Bobby Abreu, Carlos Beltran, Mark Buehrle, Manny Ramirez, Scott Rolen and Gary Sheffield. 

Ryan Fagan

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Cardinals vs. Phillies dates, times, TV channels for 2022 NL Wild Card Series

Here's all the information you need to watch the Cardinals take on the Phillies in the 2022 NL Wild Card Series.

Edward Sutelan

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How the Cardinals gifted the Phillies a crazy ninth-inning comeback

The loudspeakers at Busch Stadium blared “Hells Bells” as Cardinals closer Ryan Helsley entered with one out in the eighth inning and the home team holding a 2-0 lead. By the time the logic-defying ninth inning had ended, the only tune that came to mind was the Benny Hill theme. 

Ryan Fagan

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Why Cardinals' Albert Pujols nearly retired in June

Pujols' incredible 2022 campaign nearly ended before it really got started.

Jordan Greer

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Where Albert Pujols ranks on baseball's all-time home run list

Albert Pujols is one of the most prolific home run hitters of all time, and now he's a member of an elite club.

Kevin Skiver

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MLB Network host correctly predicted date of Albert Pujols' 700th home run — in April

It is eerie how close Greg Amsinger was to nailing every part of his prediction.

Edward Sutelan

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Baseball world reacts to Cardinals' Albert Pujols hitting 700th career home run

Pujols reached a milestone the baseball world might not see approached again for a long time. The sports world was ready to celebrate with the Cardinals legend.

Edward Sutelan

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Albert Pujols hits home run No. 700: See how the Cardinals legend made baseball history

Pujols became the fourth player in MLB history to reach 700 career home runs.

Edward Sutelan

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Minor leaguer breaks out home run trot on fly out to left field

St. Louis prospect Delvin Perez was so sure he hit a home run, he didn't even look to make sure it cleared the fence.

Sam Jarden

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Why is Albert Pujols retiring?

Despite his late-season power surge, Pujols still plans on retiring. Here's why.

David Suggs

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Albert Pujols continues chase for 700 career home runs

Will Albert Pujols go where so few baseball players have gone before?

Kevin Skiver

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Tracking Albert Pujols' chances of reaching 700 home runs

Albert Pujols' career is winding down, but he's going out with a bang — or 700 of them.

Joe Rivera

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Albert Pujols pursuit of 700 home runs: 'I'm not chasing anything'

Pujols was a surprise add to the lineup, despite many believing he had a scheduled day off. But he's only focused on one thing and it doesn't have anything to do with dingers... so he says.

David Suggs

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Max Kellerman apologizes to Albert Pujols for cheating implication

Albert Pujols is still chasing the final frontier of 700 home runs.

Kevin Skiver

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Jordan Montgomery explains how trade from Yankees made him better

Jordan Montgomery offered some interesting insight into why he's been so successful with the Cardinals.

Kevin Skiver

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Why Albert Pujols gave away ball No. 697

Albert Pujols gave two Pirates fans an incredible gift.

Kevin Skiver

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Albert Pujols homers off 450th pitcher, surpasses Barry Bonds' record

Albert Pujols' career is winding down, but he's chasing history in the process.

David Suggs

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Brandon Drury, Michael Fulmer and 6 other underrated players who will make biggest impact after 2022 MLB trade deadline

The Yankees and Twins shored up their bullpens, whereas several teams added some key positional pieces.

Kevin Skiver

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Yankees-Cardinals trade details: New York lands OF Bader for SP Montgomery

The Yankees have traded starting pitcher Jordan Montgomery to the Cardinals for outfielder Harrison Bader.

Kyle Irving

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Jose Quintana trade details: Cardinals bolster pitching staff in deadline deal with Pirates to help with playoff push

Here are the details of the deal that brought Jose Quintana to Busch Stadium.

David Suggs

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Cardinals' Nolan Arenado, Paul Goldschmidt ruled out of Blue Jays series due to vaccination status

With St. Louis just 1.5 games back of the division-leading Milwaukee, there would certainly be better times for the club to lose its two top sluggers.

David Suggs

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Albert Pujols Home Run Derby history: How many times has Cardinals slugger won MLB contest?

Can Albert Pujols carry his momentum from the end of the first half into All-Star weekend?

Kevin Skiver

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Cardinals make history vs. Phillies as they become 11th team to hit four consecutive home runs

The Cardinals put on a monster mash in the first inning of Saturday's game.

Kevin Skiver

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How Cardinals and Nolan Gorman's unique base running confused Pirates, led to St. Louis run

Nolan Gorman employed some unorthodox base running to help the Cardinals in the early part of a doubleheader.

Kevin Skiver

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Cardinals' Miles Mikolas loses no-hitter in agonizing fashion, gives up hit with two strikes & two outs in ninth inning

Miles Mikolas is hardly the first pitcher to have a no-hitter in his sights and lose it.

Kevin Skiver

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St. Louis Cardinals prospect watch: What to expect from Nolan Gorman, Matthew Liberatore after MLB call-up

Gorman and Liberatore, the No. 29 and No. 39 prospects in baseball, respectively, are expected to feature during the Cardinals' weekend series against the Pirates.

David Suggs

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How Albert Pujols' pitching debut vs. Giants put him in the company of Babe Ruth, Ty Cobb

Albert Pujols has a career ERA of 36.00.

Kevin Skiver

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What's real and what's fake in MLB as Mike Trout, Nolan Arenado and more get out to hot starts

We've finally hit a point in MLB season where numbers start to mean something. Here's whose scorching starts are real and whose are fake so far in the 2022 season.

Kevin Skiver

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Cardinals-Mets brawl: Why benches cleared in St. Louis after plunked batters

The teams got into it after a pitch was thrown high and inside to Cardinals third baseman Nolan Arenado during Wednesday's game.

Edward Sutelan

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Marlins' Jazz Chisholm breaks down the most entertaining at-bat of the 2022 MLB season

Chisholm got locked back in and deposited a pitch into the seats.

Joe Rivera

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What can Albert Pujols bring to the Cardinals in 2022?

At 42 years old, Albert Pujols is past his best as a hitter. Still, there are some promising signs that he may be able to produce in a platoon role for the Cardinals.

David Suggs

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The Sporting News and Opening Day

MLB's Opening Day in 2022 marks the start of the 136th season that The Sporting News has covered baseball. We've seen things, going back to 1886.

Bob Hille

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Five questions in the NL Central, starting with the Cardinals' trio of 40-somethings

The Cardinals are in a unique situation in 2022. They are very capable of competing for the NL Central crown and a making a deep October run, but they’re also trafficking heavily in nostalgia this season. 

Ryan Fagan

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Why are the Cardinals signing Albert Pujols? St. Louis adds franchise icon to DH mix

The 42-year-old Pujols could be a weapon for St. Louis against left-handers.

Tom Gatto

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SN 50: Remembering Bob Gibson

Bob Gibson's 1968 season lands him on the list of the 50 greatest individual seasons of all time, but there's a TSN story behind the fearsome competitor.

Bob Hille

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Who is Oliver 'Oli' Marmol? Meet the Cardinals' new manager

Marmol will be the 51st manager in franchise history and the youngest active manager in MLB.

Jake Aferiat

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Why did the Cardinals fire Mike Shildt?

It turns out, there was a disagreement of sorts between Shildt and the Cardinals front office.

Joe Rivera

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Drunk, shirtless Scherzer stole show after NL wild-card

Scherzer was all smiles when he hopped on the TBS postgame show with Ernie Johnson Jr. and Co.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Why did Mike Schildt replace T.J. McFarland with Alex Reyes?

Schildt explained what led him to make several late game pitching changes that ultimately shifted the tide in the the wild card game.

Edward Sutelan

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Twitter reacts to Taylor's walk-off home run

Taylor delivered with the NL wild-card game on the line.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Cardinals vs. Dodgers results: Chris Taylor walks off Cardinals with homer as Dodgers advance to NLDS

The Dodgers punched their ticket to the NLDS with a 3-1 walk-off blast in the bottom of the ninth to beat the Cardinals.

Edward Sutelan

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Scherzer argues with Roberts after being pulled from NL wild-card game

Scherzer, one of the best pitchers in the NL over the last decade, was clearly displeased with his manager after being removed from Wednesday's game.

Trevor Booth

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Dodgers mascot? Jack in the Box head? Mr. Met? Big headed fan puzzles viewers of NL wild-card game

One fan sat behind home plate at Dodger Stadium wearing a large cartoon head, but disappeared in the second inning.

Edward Sutelan

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What channel is Cardinals vs. Dodgers on today? Time, TV schedule for the 2021 NL wild-card game

Sporting News has all the information you need to watch the Cardinals take on the Dodgers at Dodger Stadium in the NL wild card game.

Edward Sutelan

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Padres' Fernando Tatis Jr., Manny Machado shown in heated dugout exchange

The incident occurred after Tatis reacted to a call by home plate umpire Phil Cuzzi.

Edward Sutelan

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MLB umpire in Cardinals vs. Mets hit flush in the face by errant throw

Junior Valentine never saw Edmundo Sosa's wild heave coming.

Tom Gatto

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Sometimes, a moment in June feels like the key to playing in October

A huge plate appearance by St. Louis' leader opened the door to a much-needed win. Maybe it will get the Redbirds back to playing like one of the best teams in baseball.

Ryan Fagan

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Cardinals' Jack Flaherty to miss time with 'significant' oblique injury

As the Cardinals are locked in a fight with the Cubs for first place in the NL Central, they're going to be faced with a pretty notable absence.

Edward Sutelan

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Cardinals' Shildt on MLB's 'dirty little secret'

The St. Louis manager was upset that umpires went after a clean pitcher on his team when pitchers on other teams are blatantly cheating.

Tom Gatto

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Joe West booed while setting MLB record

West, no stranger to controversy behind the plate and off the diamond, made history on Tuesday. He was, of course, booed heavily.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Jacob deGrom's rehab start vs. a Single-A team, as seen through the eyes of his opponent

The Mets ace looked perfectly fine as he blew away kids in a low-A Southeast game.

Tom Gatto

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Padres' Manny Machado again caught in controversy with takeout slide of Tommy Edman

As with all things instant replay, it looks a lot worse than it actually is.

Joe Rivera

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MLB rumors: Albert Pujols drawing interest from multiple teams; are Cardinals one of them?

Albert Pujols reportedly is receiving interest from teams now that he's a free agent. Is St. Louis among the clubs that may be considering signing him?

Jacob Camenker

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Phillies' Bryce Harper exits game after being hit in nose with 97 mph fastball

The Philadelphia outfielder showed toughness as he walked straight to the clubhouse after taking one in the face from St. Louis left-hander Genesis Cabrera.

Tom Gatto

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Padres' Fernando Tatis Jr. marks anniversary of dad's historic feat with two of his own homers

The younger Tatis homered in consecutive at-bats 22 years to the day that his dad hit two grand slams in an inning. And, he did it in the same stadium.

Tom Gatto

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Yadier Molina enters MLB record books with 2,000th game caught with Cardinals

Molina is the sixth catcher to hit the 2,000 game mark, but the first to reach that milestone with one team.

Joe Rivera

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Arenado HR in St. Louis debut caps day where normalcy felt even closer

Thousands of Cardinals fans and one writer were at Busch Stadium for the first time in a long time as the team opened its 2021 home schedule. A post-COVID world felt that much closer.

Ryan Fagan

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Cardinals, Reds benches empty after Nicholas Castellanos stands over, yells at pitcher

The Cincinnati outfielder was upset about being hit by a pitch.

Tom Gatto

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MLB games today: Full TV schedule for 2021 Opening Day baseball on ESPN, Fox, MLB Network

Here's what you need to know to watch opening weekend of the 2021 MLB season, including a full TV schedule with start times and TV channels.

Joe Rivera

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When is Opening Day 2021? Date, schedule, start times for all 30 MLB teams

Major League Baseball is returning to a full 162-game slate in 2021 after a shortened season last year. Here's everything to know about Opening Day, including the full TV schedule with start times for all 30 teams.

Joe Rivera

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MLB's rule change experiments: The good and the bad

Spoiler: It's mostly bad, especially the potential ban on shifts and the limits on teams' ability to control the running game.

Tom Gatto

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Angel Hernandez blows a call — Baseball is back

The call appeared to be right, but that didn't stop the Cardinals booth from laying into him.

Joe Rivera

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Arenado trade grades: Cardinals snatch a star; Rockies bungle move

Why wouldn't St. Louis add an All-Star third baseman and millions of dollars in exchange for the little it had to give Colorado?

Tom Gatto

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Nolan Arenado trade analysis: Just what Cardinals' offense needed

St. Louis reportedly is close to adding one of the top third basemen in the National League.

Tom Gatto

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Yadier Molina blasts Gold Glove process; why he's wrong

Yadier Molina is one Gold Glove away from tying Johnny Bench's NL record of 10. He believes MLB and/or Gold Glove voters actively worked to deny him that opportunity this year. He's wrong for at least two reasons.

Tom Gatto

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Bob Gibson dies at 84; Cardinals Hall of Famer made history with '68 season

Gibson was the game's best pitcher in the Year of the Pitcher.

Tom Gatto

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HOF outfielder Lou Brock dies at 81

Lou Brock retired with 3,023 hits and a then-record 938 stolen bases, but he turned "Brock for Broglio" into shorthand for one of the biggest heists in baseball history.

Tom Gatto

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Cardinals' Yadier Molina explains deleted Instagram group photo

Seems ill-advised at best.

Joe Rivera

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Lorenzo Cain's opt-out sends message to fellow stars: Don't go down with MLB ship

Cain opted out of the 2020 season on Saturday.

Dan Bernstein

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MLB is learning how to deal with COVID-19, but it may be too late to save season

Baseball has begun to realize that hope is not an effective plan to stage a season in the age of COVID-19. One wonders if the adjustments made are arriving too late to realize MLB's planned conclusion.

Mike DeCourcy

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MLB Opening Day 2020 live scores, updates, highlights from Friday's baseball games

There are 26 MLB teams starting their quest for a World Series appearance today. Sporting News will be tracking highlights, scores, updates and more.

Joe Rivera

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MLB games today: Full TV schedule for 2020 Opening Day baseball on ESPN, Fox, MLB Network

Here's what you need to know to watch opening weekend of the 2020 MLB season, including a full TV schedule with start times and TV channels.

Joe Rivera

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What's the magic number to clinch a playoff berth in a 60-game MLB season?

MLB's 60-game season should create some wild playoff races within the six divisions.

Bill Bender

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If MLB loses the 2020 season, a salary cap should be part of its vision for the future

Baseball can at least use a nixed year as an opportunity fix its woefully short supply of competition.

Mike DeCourcy

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Sammy Sosa-Mark McGwire '30 for 30': What to know about ESPN's documentary on 1998 home run chase

"Long Gone Summer" will take fans on trip back to the steroid era, which was a whole lot of fun before it came crashing down. Here's everything to know about ESPN's "30 for 30" documentary on Sammy Sosa and Mark McGwire.

Dan Bernstein

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Why MLB needed the Mark McGwire-Sammy Sosa home run race then — and must celebrate it now

Here's why McGwire vs. Sosa was so important to baseball in 1998 and the lessons the game could still learn from it.

Vinnie Iyer

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Mark McGwire's 70-home run season: A timeline of monster shots and memorable moments

Looking back at the memorable home runs that shaped Mark McGwire's 70-homer season in 1998.

Bill Bender

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Cardinals owner tries to convince fans that team executives are victims

"The industry isn't very profitable, to be quite honest," Bill DeWitt Jr. said.

Dan Bernstein

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Cardinals' Jack Flaherty wants justice for George Floyd: 'The badge and blue uniform are not a pedestal'

The St. Louis ace took to Twitter to post a lengthy message calling for justice for the killed Floyd to calling for good law enforcement officials to hold poor ones accountable.

Joe Rivera

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MLB presents its idea of socially distant baseball to teams

Teams have a lot to unpack. MLB is trying to cover every potential coronavirus hazard.

Tom Gatto

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MLB payrolls 2020: Five takeaways from reported salary figures

Big-market teams are spending the most, but the league overall has been careful to keep a lid on expenses.

Tom Gatto

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When is Opening Day 2020? Date, schedule, start times for all 30 MLB teams

When is Opening Day? Your guess is as good as ours.

Joe Rivera

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Rumored MLB 2020 season plan: Three reactions

July opening? November ending? That's the latest speculation. Some thoughts on those rumors.

Tom Gatto

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Missing Opening Day: Overreactions to Strat-O-Matic simulations

It's already like that in the baseball world. Hey, games are games and stats are stats.

Tom Gatto

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The Cardinals did Jack Flaherty dirty in his contract situation

St. Louis stuck to its formula while Flaherty stuck to his guns, but it's not a great look for the Cardinals or MLB.

Joe Rivera

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Here's how to watch MLB spring training games this year

The Astros are obviously the biggest storyline of spring action, but all teams carry compelling narratives worth fan attention.

Dan Bernstein

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Spring training stunner: Cardinals' Yairo Munoz released after abruptly leaving camp

Munoz, who played 196 games for the Cardinals over the past two seasons, will not be suiting up for the Redbirds going forward.

Ryan Fagan

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Explaining Marcell Ozuna's one-year contract with Braves

Ozuna, 29, didn't get multi-season security despite his strong track record as a middle-of-the-order bat.

Dan Bernstein

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Jose Martinez trade grades: Rays pay for offense; Cards cash in some depth

Tampa Bay adds a platoon outfielder who crushes left-handed pitching but gives up its first-round draft pick from 2018.

Tom Gatto

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Baseball Hall of Fame: Ted Simmons, Marvin Miller first two in 2020 class

The Modern Era Committee election adds the former catcher and the late players association leader to the 2020 class.

Tom Gatto

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Anthony Rendon rumors: Five teams that could — and should — sign the star third baseman

Anthony Rendon, one of the most underrated players in baseball, is about to get paid. Who's going to give him the bag?

Joe Rivera

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2019 Gold Glove winners announced

The Rockies third baseman notched his seventh career Gold Glove while the Red Sox right fielder won his fourth.

Drew Nantais

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How the Nationals went from punchline to pennant winner in 15 days

So much has happened for Washington this October. We recount all of the moments that led to a World Series bid.

Dan Bernstein

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Game 4 will be played Thursday

Game 1 starters Masahiro Tanaka and Zack Greinke will meet again in Game 4 Thursday on regular rest, with Game 5 set for Friday.

Bob Hille

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Scherzer: 'Old guys' the Nats' key

The Nationals reached the World Series for the first time thanks to their "old guys," according to Max Scherzer, who happens to be 35.

Tommy Doleman

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3 takeaways from the Nationals' win

Washington will now await the winner of the Astros-Yankees series as it chases its title dreams.

Ameer Tyree

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What channel is Cardinals vs. Nationals on today? Schedule, time, score for NLCS Game 4

Here is everything you need to know to watch the 2019 NLCS between the Cardinals and Nationals, including TV channels and first-pitch times for every game.

Dan Bernstein

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Nationals, one win from World Series, finally fulfilling postseason promise

Washington has gotten over the playoff hump, and magical things have happened.

Ryan Fagan

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Rain could affect LCS schedules

MLB could preemptively move NLCS Game 5, if necessary, to the prime time slot Wednesday because of a potential ALCS Game 4 rainout.

Bob Hille

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3 takeaways from the Cardinals' win

The Cardinals' backs are against the wall, and they have little time to turn things around.

Ameer Tyree

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Cardinals put on brave face after going down 3-0 in NLCS to Nationals

Despite a muted offense and deep series deficit, St. Louis is offering public positivity.

Dan Bernstein

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Cardinals need strong showing in Game 3 to prove they belong in NLCS

The Cardinals don’t look much like a group that belongs among the final four teams remaining in the hunt for the 2019 World Series.

Ryan Fagan

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Three takeaways from Nats' win

Max Scherzer didn't give up a hit until the seventh inning and Adam Eaton plated two with a double in the eighth inning to put the game away

Thomas Lott

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Soto addresses mimicking Mikolas

"I don't care. He can do whatever he wants. We're going to keep going," Soto said Friday after the Nationals' 2-0 win over the Cardinals.

Chelsea Howard

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Three takeaways from NLCS Game 1

Anibal Sanchez was four outs away from the third no-hitter in postseason history.

Thomas Lott

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Mikolas, Soto exchange taunts

Miles Mikolas and Juan Soto were going at it subtly in the fifth inning of Game 1 of the NLCS.

Thomas Lott

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Cards fans boo Juan Soto

Juan Soto plays the game at his own pace and Cardinals fans expressed their displeasure with that pace in Game 1 on Friday.

Thomas Lott

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Hudson to miss NLCS Game 1

The Nationals' closer has a 0.00 ERA in four appearances this postseason.

Drew Nantais

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Why the Cardinals will win the World Series

The Cardinals won the final two games in the NLDS in the kind of way that gets a fan base believing anything’s possible. Let’s take a look at why St. Louis will win the whole darn thing.

Ryan Fagan

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Why the Nationals will win the World Series

The Nationals have discovered a closing kick at the most opportune time.

Ryan Fagan

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Four storylines in NLCS

The pitching matchups in this series are intriguing but make no mistake, both teams have good lineups as well.

Thomas Lott

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Mike Shildt tells Cardinals 'the (Braves) started some s—' in videoed talk after NLDS win

The speech, shared by a player on Instagram, carried plenty of expletives.

Dan Bernstein

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News station uses racist header

KTVU in the Bay area used an offensive headline in describing the Cardinals' win over the Braves in Game 5 of the NLDS.

Thomas Lott

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Three takeaways from Cardinals' win

This game was over with one out in the first inning.

Thomas Lott

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The Cardinals started NLDS Game 5 with a 10-run first inning, demolishing Braves hopes and dreams

Anything can happen in October baseball — including scoring double-digit runs in the first inning.

Joe Rivera

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Twitter reactions to NLDS Game 5

The first inning had a little bit of everything from an infield hit, to a dropped third strike to two high school teammates facing off.

Thomas Lott

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Braves nix foam tomahawks in Game 5

The Braves will not hand out foam tomahawks to fans and limit the in-game "chop" chants after Cardinals pitcher Ryan Helsley's comments.

Drew Nantais

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Cardinals, Braves enter Game 5 of NLDS carrying polar opposite playoff histories

No team has won more playoff rounds than the Cardinals since 2001, and no team has lost more than the Braves.

Jason Foster

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What channel is Cardinals vs. Braves on today? Schedule, time, score for NLDS Game 5

The NL East-winning Braves and young phenom Ronald Acuna take on the NL Central-winning Cardinals and the playoff-seasoned veteran Yadier Molina in the NLDS. Here's everything you need to know to watch the series, including TV channel and first-pitch times for every game.

Edward Sutelan

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Yadier Molina’s Game 4 heroics add to catcher’s complicated Hall of Fame resume

You will not find a Hall of Fame argument for any active player that’s more contentious than the one about Yadier Molina’s Cooperstown resume.

Ryan Fagan

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Cardinals' Yadier Molina tosses bat to freakin' Saturn, slashes throat after forcing NLDS Game 5 vs. Braves

The Braves and Cardinals are heading to a Game 5 on Wednesday, and Yadier Molina was feelin' it.

Joe Rivera

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3 takeaways from Cardinals' win

St. Louis won 5-4 in extra innings thanks to a clutch — we're talking clutch — performance from Yadier Molina.

Alexis Mansanarez

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On the verge: Braves haven't been in this postseason position in quite a while

The better part of two decades has passed since the Braves last had a chance to clinch a playoff series.

Jason Foster

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3 takeaways from Braves' win

Mike Soroka and veteran Adam Wainwright engaged in a pitcher's duel but ultimately the Braves rallied to win after a late rally.

Alexis Mansanarez

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Cardinals' Carlos Martinez may have lost closer role after NLDS flops

It's hard to imagine Carlos Martinez pitching another important inning for the Cardinals in the NLDS.

Ryan Fagan

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Cardinals in commanding position in NLDS, thanks in part to Ildemaro Vargas — no, really

A late-September home run by the Arizona rookie set in motion a series of events that have brought St. Louis to an ideal place in their playoff series vs. the Braves.

Ryan Fagan

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Acuna criticized by teammates

Ronald Acuna Jr. was benched during the year for failing to run out a fly ball. That didn't keep him from doing it again in Game 1.

Thomas Lott

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MLB playoffs 2019: Cardinals' Carlos Martinez big mad at Ronald Acuna Jr. for home run trot

The St. Louis closer didn't like how the Atlanta star circled the bases on his ninth-inning dinger.

Tom Gatto

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Martin leaves game with injury

Chris Martin was acquired to strengthen the Braves' bullpen for the stretch run and the playoffs, but he appears to be hurt.

Thomas Lott

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One reason NL division winners win

The Dodgers may be the favorites to come out of the National League but the Braves and Cardinals are just as capable of winning it all.

Thomas Lott

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MLB playoffs 2019: Tommy Edman's arrival as surprising star helped Cardinals make October return

The rookie's call-up to St. Louis was a turning point for the Cards.

Ryan Fagan

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MLB playoffs 2019: NLDS preview

The National League Division Series are set as the Nationals will take on the Dodgers and the Braves will face off with the Cardinals.

Thomas Lott

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MLB playoff odds, predictions, favorites to win 2019 World Series

Here's everything you need to know about futures bets for the 2019 MLB postseason, including World Series picks.

Dan Bernstein

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MLB postseason: SN's guide to October

Find everything you need for the baseball postseason in this comprehensive guide to October.

Dan Bernstein

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Every playoff scenario for Cardinals, Brewers on the final Sunday of MLB's regular season

St. Louis and Milwaukee will try to decide the NL Central race and the second NL wild-card spot in their respective Game 162s. They may need a Game 163 against each other.

Tom Gatto

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Nationals secure home field in WCG

Gerardo Parra hit a grand slam in a whopping nine-run second inning to highlight the victory, which is Washington's seventh consecutive win.

Alexis Mansanarez

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Brewers clinch playoff spot

Milwaukee dominated as it punched its ticket to postseason, just one day after the Nationals secured a wild-card spot.

Ameer Tyree

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'Backs win in 19 innings

The Diamondbacks' 3-2 win over the Cardinals in 19 innings broke the record at Chase Field for the longest game played there.

Gabrielle McMillen

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Nationals clinch wild-card spot

The Nationals topped the Phillies 4-1 before beating them 6-5 later on in the day.

Ameer Tyree

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Nats move into first wild-card spot

The Nationals moved 1/2-game in front of the idle Brewers, who have won four in a row and pulled even in the standings one day earlier.

E.Jay Zarett

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MLB: Rays take lead over Indians

The Rays sit in the second spot in the wild-card race, with a one-game lead over the Indians, after a 5-4 win over the Red Sox.

Alexis Mansanarez

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Craig Kimbrel, his fastball no longer intimidating, watches another Cubs lead fly away

The Chicago closer's rough season reached another low point.

Tom Gatto

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Kolten Wong strains hamstring

Wong has had an incredible second half with a .342/.409/.487 slash line since the All-Star break.

Travis Durkee

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Indians, Brewers making moves

The Indians are tied once again with the Rays for the second wild-card spot in the AL while the Brewers are now one game up on the Cubs.

Thomas Lott

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Wild-card races as close as ever

The Cubs lost to the Reds and remain locked up with the Brewers in the National League wild-card race.

Thomas Lott

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Cubs top Reds for 5th straight win

Chicago's Kyle Schwarber only went 1 for 4, but hit a home run and tallied three RBIs on the night.

Ameer Tyree

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Brewers top Cardinals on grand slam

Milwaukee (80-69) is one game back of the Cubs, who hold the National League second wild-card spot.

Ameer Tyree

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Mets shut out Dodgers

Rajai Davis hit a three-run double in the eighth inning to give his team the lead, helping keep the Mets' postseason hopes alive.

Ameer Tyree

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NL Cy Young: Cardinals righty Jack Flaherty emerges as darkhorse candidate

The St. Louis right-hander is doing things that can’t easily be ignored.

Ryan Fagan

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MLB wrap: Sept. 7

Arizona has gone 11-1 in its last 12 games with its most recent win Saturday over Cincinnati.

Alexis Mansanarez

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MLB September call-ups: Players who could have an impact in September

Rosters are expanding in Major League Baseball, and many call-ups will be able to have an impact on teams in the hunt for postseason spots.

Edward Sutelan

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MLB wrap: Rangers shut out Yankees

The Rangers' pitching staff handed New York its first shut out in 220 games to break the second-longest streak in MLB history.

Alexis Mansanarez

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MLB wrap: Verlander throws no-no

Verlander struck out 14 and walked only one in the Astros' 2-0 win over the Blue Jays and is now 17-5 this season.

Alexis Mansanarez

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LeMahieu homer lifts NY past OAK

While LeMahieu went 1 for 5 on the day, he came up big when his team needed him most.

Ameer Tyree

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Cardinals' Marcell Ozuna still has the magic

The St. Louis outfielder has bounced back from his disappointing 2018 season.

Dan Bernstein

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Dan McLaughlin on calling on games for his hometown team

For a kid raised in St. Louis, coming to Busch Stadium every day during the baseball season would be a dream job, pretty much regardless of the job description.

Ryan Fagan

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Christian Yelich deals with Roxane from Twitter by calling The Police

His new walk-up song was a fun reference to a social media detractor.

Dan Bernstein

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Cardinals win fifth straight game

The Cardinals' hits matched their RBIs on the night, as they notched 12 of each. They also got home runs from Yadier Molina and Paul DeJong.

Ameer Tyree

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Cardinals' Paul DeJong will keep hitting outfield signs until you notice him

It's a new Monday tradition.

Dan Bernstein

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Dodgers edge by Yankees

"It doesn't matter what you did the day before," Turner told reporters after the game. "You gotta show up the next day at 0-0. "

Ameer Tyree

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Freeman, Rendon in MVP race

Christian Yelich and Cody Bellinger have stolen the headlines this year, but Freddie Freeman and Anthony Rendon have been fantastic, too.

Thomas Lott

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Cardinals take no-hit bid into 8th

Dakota Hudson pitched 6 2/3 no-hit innings before he handed it over to the bullpen​

Alexis Mansanarez

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Zack Greinke gets 200th career win

The feat came exactly one year and one day after Justin Verlander joined the 200 club.

Alexis Mansanarez

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