Interview With Author Of "Mr. Rickey's Redbirds"

Author Mike Mitchell has written a book, “Mr. Rickey’s Redbirds,” and it’s a compelling blend of baseball and American history.

RetroSimba

Cardinals' Top Five Left-Handed Starters

Here is Anne Rogers' ranking of the top 5 left-handed starters in Cardinals history. Next week: Relief pitchers.

St. Louis Official Site

From Cardinals' Outfield To Film Sets, Orsatti Family LegacyIs A True Hollywood Story

Of all the eras of St. Louis baseball, perhaps the most interesting collection of Cardinals was the Gashouse Gang ... yet perhaps the most interesting member was a player you might not know.

Hochman

Yogi Berra Could Have Been A Cardinal For $500. They Said No.

It’s another hot and humid St. Louis summer in July 1941. But that’s not what 16-year-old Lawdie Berra is thinking about right now. He’s sitting in the back seat of Cardinal General Manager Branch Rickey’s big black Lincoln on his way to Forest Park with his friend Joe Garagiola up front and some kid named Schoendienst fidgeting in the seat next to him. Poor guy is covered with angry red bites all over his arms and neck. Lawdie heard someone call him Red at the tryout camp in Sportsman’s Park just a few minutes ago, but these bites can’t be the reason.

Sports Illustrated

How Jackie Robinson's Legend & Legacy Reshaped Cardinals History, Shifted Power In National League

When the Brooklyn Dodgers returned to St. Louis in mid-September 1947 for their fourth and final visit there, only a sweep by the host Cardinals could keep Jackie Robinson and his team from printing World Series tickets.

Birdland

Jackie Robinson Joined Jack Buck To Talk 'Race Relations' With KMOX Listeners

To honor and celebrate the legacy left by Jackie Robinson, take a listen to an incredible piece of audio from Jack Buck interviewing the Baseball Hall of Famer.

KMOX

Roger Kahn & His Insights About The Cardinals

Roger Kahn, who gained prominence for his work about the Dodgers, wrote extensively about the Cardinals as well.

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Top Five Canadian Cardinals Of All-Time

The election of outfielder Larry Walker to the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2020 qualifies him as the top Canadian to play for the Cardinals.

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How Herman Franks Caught On With Cardinals

Herman Franks was a player, coach and manager in the major leagues for five decades and it all began with the Cardinals.

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Jesse Haines & His Election To The Hall Of Fame

After Jesse Haines transformed into a knuckleball pitcher, the Cardinals transformed into a National League powerhouse.

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Jack Flaherty Will Be Among Those Honored At Baseball Writers' Dinner

Cardinals righthander Jack Flaherty, whose remarkable second half earned him Cy Young Award consideration, will be among those honored on Sunday, Jan. 19 at the 62nd annual St. Louis Baseball Writers’ Dinner. It takes place at the Marriott Grand Hotel.

Post-Dispatch

'Irreplaceable' Mark DeJohn Rides Final Bus With Cardinals

Let him tell one last story before he goes.

Post-Dispatch

Bill Doark Deserves A Spot In The Cardinals' Pantheon

A century ago, Bill Doak designed a glove with a pocket that revolutionized the game. And he was a darn good pitcher for the St. Louis Cardinals too.

Redbird Rants

Why Cardinals Thought Wally Westlake Had Right Stuff

When the Cardinals acquired Wally Westlake from the Pirates, he seemed to be the ideal hitter to put pop into the cleanup spot, but it didn’t work out the way they expected.

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How Gary Kolb Caught The Attention Of Cardinals legends

Gary Kolb impressed Branch Rickey, stepped in for Stan Musial and got traded for Bob Uecker.

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After A Fluke Start, The Cardinals Showed Just How Inept They Really Are

The St. Louis Cardinals rolled into Chicago for a series against the Cubs with a healthy lead in the National League Central and the best winning percentage in baseball.

Cheap Seats

How Cardinals, Browns Discriminated Against Black Fans

Much like being forced to ride in the back of a bus, African-American customers attending a National League Cardinals game or an American League Browns game at Sportsman’s Park in St. Louis were restricted to seats behind the outfield walls.

RetroSimba

The Cardinals' Homegrown Pitching System

“Our success is based on traditional thinking with strong scouting and player development. We compliment it with modern business strategies and innovation.” —John Mozeliak

Beyond The Boxscore

Clemente, Robinson Families To Be Honored Here For Legacy Of 'Innovation' Through Inspiration

Whether it’s the No. 42 retired throughout baseball or the No. 21 revered across the game, or the annual awards that carry their names, Hall of Famers Jackie Robinson and Roberto Clemente have, with their achievements on and off the ballfield, long been assured immortality.

Birdland

St. Louis Writers Dinner To Feature Lee Smith, Bob Costas

Bob Costas and Lee Smith, two of the National Baseball Hall of Fame's newest honorees, will be feted at the 61st annual St. Louis Baseball Writers' Dinner, which will also feature a special presentation honoring Vera Clemente.

St. Louis Official Site