Why Cardinals Considered Phil Clark Potential Relief Ace

The Cardinals projected rookie Phil Clark to be their top reliever in 1958, but the role eventually went to the opposing pitcher who earned a win in Clark’s major-league debut.

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Alex Kellner: Lion King Of Cardinals Pitching Staff

Cardinals pitcher Alex Kellner understood the importance of control and precision in his work both on and off the field.

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How Alex Grammas Got A Second Chance With Cardinals

Seeking stability at shortstop, the Cardinals went back to the past in a bid to enhance their future.

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John Smoltz' Fast Cardinals Start Approaches...Andy Rincon?

Andy Rincon’s major league career consisted of just 20 appearances. John Smoltz is currently at 718 and counting.

Yet Rincon set a St. Louis Cardinals record at the tender age of 21 that Smoltz, with twice as many years on his body at 42, could tie his next time out.

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