He Was The Cardinals' Best Utility Player Of All Time

On May 14, 1988, José Oquendo really became the player who could do it all. The Cardinals' utility man pitched four innings in a 19-inning game against the Braves, and though he suffered the loss in a 7-5 defeat after allowing two runs in the 19th, Oquendo put together a performance that was entertaining and admirable.

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Cardinals' Top Five Shortstops

No one loves a good debate quite like baseball fans, and with that in mind, we asked each of our beat reporters to rank the top five players by position in the history of their franchise, based on their career while playing for that club. These rankings are for fun and debate purposes only … if you don’t agree with the order, participate in the Twitter poll to vote for your favorite at this position.

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Why Ken Boyer Came Back To Cardinals

In his return to the Cardinals, Ken Boyer prepared to manage some of their best prospects while preparing veteran Joe Torre to play third base.

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Cardinals Gave Dick Scott An Initiation To The Majors

Dick Scott waited a long time to reach the major leagues, and when he got there, as a 30-year-old rookie, he quickly experienced highs and lows.

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Why Cardinals Were Inclined To Acquire Rob Kline

Ron Kline had an ominous start to his stint with the Cardinals, foretelling of rough times ahead for the right-handed pitcher.

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Andrew Miller, Adam Wainwright Seek 'Mindset' That Will Put Them Back In Command; X-Rays For Dexter Fowler; Jedd Gyorko Set For Thursday; Christian Yelich, Etc...

Although they throw from opposite sides of the mound and are asked to perform tasks at opposite ends of the game, veteran pitchers Andrew Miller and Adam Wainwright arrived at the same conclusion Monday after similar struggles.

Post-Dispatch

Jerry Buchek Dies; 'South St. Louis Kid' Played For Cardinals

Infielder Jerry Buchek, who died at age 76 on Jan. 2 in Springfield, Mo., was a Cardinals “bonus baby” in the 1960s and wound up spending five seasons in the major leagues with the Cardinals and New York Mets.

Post-Dispatch

Best All-Time General Managers: No.2, Branch Rickey

One of the most-revered general managers and scouts in the game’s history finds his way to #2 on our list of the best all-time general managers

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John Mozeliak Must Have Something Up His Sleeve. Maybe Marcell Ozuna's Sleeve?

‘Tis the season of the trade rumor, and we’ll be riding the spinning Tilt-A-Whirl as it moves faster and faster toward the July 31 deadline for making deals.

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Why Red Schoendienst Put Curt Flood In Cleanup Spot

Desperate to fill the cleanup spot in the order with a potent bat, Cardinals rookie manager Red Schoendienst turned to Curt Flood, a player better known for scoring, not driving in, runs.

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Frank Lary Vs. Bob Gibson Matchups Favored Cardinals

Frank Lary, who mastered the Yankees during his prime with the Tigers, couldn’t beat the Cardinals when he was near the end of his pitching career with the Mets.

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Jim Crane Was First Inspired As Cardinals Fan

Long before Jim Crane lifted the World Series championship trophy late Wednesday night as owner of the Houston Astros, his Lutheran North High baseball teammates envisioned greatness for him. There was something about his work ethic, passion and love of baseball that stood out.

Post-Dispatch

Dick Groat Is Recipient Of 2017 Marvin "Skeeter" Francis Award

University of Pittsburgh basketball radio analyst Dick Groat is this year’s recipient of the Marvin “Skeeter” Francis Award presented by the Atlantic Coast Sports Media Association (ACSMA).

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Dick Groat Returns To Scene Of His Prime At Duke

For years, Bill Hillgrove has witnessed the contrast, seeing how his good friend and broadcast partner, Dick Groat, means and symbolizes one thing in Pittsburgh and something else entirely in other parts of the country, particularly in North Carolina.

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Why Bob Howsam Left Cardinals For Reds

A skilled administrator unafraid to make bold trades involving prominent players, Cardinals general manager Bob Howsam also was unpopular with many on the club and was second-guessed by bosses who restricted his authority and threatened his job security.

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Phil Gagliano Was 'Secret Weapon' For Cardinals Long Before Jose Oquendo

Phil Gagliano isn’t going to be inducted into the Cardinals Hall of Fame. His name won’t be celebrated in front of big crowds at Ballpark Village, chiseled on a bronze plaque, surrounded by red jackets and loud applause.

Post-Dispatch

Encouraging Update On Aledmys Diaz: He's Making The Adjustments

Early last week I took a look at the inevitable trials and Cardinals rookie shortstop Aledmys Diaz. After unloading on major-league pitchers during his break-out April, Diaz leveled off. His offensive numbers went flat in May. His slump worsened in the first half of June. As I wrote at the time, this was all a part of the learning curve.

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Final Home Opener At Busch Stadium I Was Bust For Cardinals

Before the final home opener at Busch Stadium I was postponed because of rain, fans booed Cardinals newcomers and cheered some familiar players on the opposing team.

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Ten Unforgettable Cardinal Shortstops

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How Jim O'Toole Performed Escape Act Versus Cardinals

Of the many duels the Reds’ Jim O’Toole had with the Cardinals, none was more bizarre than his performance in the first game of a 1963 doubleheader. Even without his nemesis, Ken Boyer, in the lineup, O’Toole was pummeled by the Cardinals, but still won.

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