In Memory Of Former Cardinals: 2017

2016 was a relatively quiet year in that only seven former St. Louis Cardinals passed away, the lowest total since I first began preparing these annual reports in 2005. Unfortunately, in 2017, the count increased to nine, including former manager Solly Hemus.

The Cardinal Nation

Catching Competition: Chris Cannizzaro Vs. Tim McCarver

In 1960, the Cardinals had two prized prospects, Chris Cannizzaro and Tim McCarver, competing to become heir apparent to Hal Smith as starting catcher.

RetroSimba

Chris Cannizzaro, First Padres All-Star, Dies At 78

Chris Cannizzaro kept a Western Union telegram framed on a wall of his Rancho Penasquitos home.

San Diego Union Tribune