Cardinals Winter League Notebook 1-20-11

Raul Valdes K's seven in a complete game winning decision in the Dominican League Championship for the Player of the Day honors. Ex-MiLB Javier Brito doubles and drives in two runs in the LVBP. Former MiLB Robinson Cancel collects three hits and scores and ex-Cardinal Kiko Calero earns the win in Puerto Rico. Former MiLBs Terry Evans, Mike Folli, and Brandon Yarbrough find new homes for 2011.

The Cardinal Nation

Braves Sign Mike Folli, Rockies Sign Brandon Yarbrough

Baseball America

Orioles Re-Sign Michel Hernandez, Rays Release Mike Foli

Baseball America

Minor League Transactions August 2-11

Braves activated Vladimir Nunez from the disabled list.

Cubs activated Mark Johnson from the disabled list.

Marlins outright Jorge Sosa from 40-man roster.

Athletics signed Yadel Marti.

Padres activated Jason Adams from the disabled list.

St. Louis Cardinals
Signed: LHP Nate Robertson
Released: RHP Kyle Mura
Acquired: 2B Mike Folli from Rays for future considerations
Recalled: RHP Fernando Salas, OF Allen Craig
Added to 40-man roster: C Steve Hill
Optioned to Triple-A: OF Nick Stavinoha
Option transferred: RHP Francisco Samuel (Double-A to Triple-A)
Placed on 7-day DL: C Arnoldi Cruz, C Geoff Klein, C Audry Perez, 1B Alan Ahmady
Reinstated from DL: RHP Kyle Mura

Baseball America

Wild Week For Mike Folli Includes Trade To Rays Organization

It was a strange week for Mike Folli.

The Union-Endicott graduate had worked his way up to Class AAA in just his third full professional season, playing with the Memphis Redbirds-- affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals.

Press Connects

Mike Folli: Dealt By The Cardinals

The Cardinal Nation

Memphis Homestand Photos

Hey everyone! Dave here. Below are some photos snapped by our team photographer, Allison Rhoades, from our last homestand against Omaha and Oklahoma City:

Chirp Chatter

Springfield Cardinals Notebook 7-14-10

Andrew Brown and Thomas Eager excelled for the St. Louis Cardinals’ Double-A club this past week.

The Cardinal Nation

Dennys Reyes Ready For Action After Illness; Cardinals Pleased With Recent Relief Signings; Tidbits; Baby Birds

A day after he was unavailable due to illness, Dennys Reyes was considered able to pitch for the Cardinals on Thursday afternoon at Coors Field.

Cardinals Official Site

Cardinals Minor League Notebook 7-8-10

The Cardinals farm system went 3-2 as Mike Folli, Alex Castellanos, Luis De La Cruz, Richard Castillo, Shelby Miller, Romulo Ruiz, Ryan Copeland, Marlon Sucre, Angelo Echeverria, Victor DeLeon, and Arturo Toribio starred on Wednesday.

The Cardinal Nation

Springfield Cardinals Report 7-8-10: Upcoming Series Rotation; Promotions

Frisco RoughRiders vs. Springfield Cardinals, 7:10 p.m. at Hammons Field

Springfield News-Leader

Tommy Pham: Taming His Game

A few years ago, mentioning the name Tommy Pham would have drawn a grin from scouts and generated a lively discussion between those who regularly cover the St. Louis Cardinals farm system.

Springfield News-Leader

Minor League Notebook: Several Players Turn In Quality Months

Each month, the St. Louis Cardinals organization names its top minor league pitcher and player across the system from the previous month. We do the same at The Cardinal Nation. Often, the two groups are in concert with their choices, but not so for June.

STL Globe-Democrat

Cardinals Minor League News & Notes 7-2-10

Mike Folli: Gets Another Relief Call To Memphis

Renyel Pinto: Deal Done

Bryan Anderson: Cardinals MiLB Player Of The Month

Brandon Dickson: Cardinals MiLB Pitcher Of The Month

Controversial Call Costs Springfield Cardinals In Loss

Springfield Cardinals catcher Tony Cruz spoke diplomatically, saying the plate umpire mistakenly but understandably assumed that a foul ball -- one he appeared to catch -- hit the backstop netting.

Springfield News-Leader

Springfield Cardinals-Tulsa Drillers On Today, Sans Tulsa Prospect

It would be all too easy to say it’s a beautiful day for baseball here at Hammons Field, what with the sun out, the tarp off and a 12:10 p.m. first pitch not far away.

Springfield News-Leader

Springfield Cardinals-Arkansas Travelers Likely To Start On Time Tonight

A heavy rainstorm that left pools of water in front of the home dugout here at Hammons Field won’t delay the start of the Springfield Cardinals’ game tonight.

Springfield News-Leader

Tony Cruz Back Up To Springfield, Will Start Tonight; Charles Cutler Sent Down

Right-handed catcher Tony Cruz was called up today from Palm Beach and will hit sixth in the lineup for the Springfield Cardinals in the season opener against the Arkansas Travelers.
Springfield News-Leader

Tony Cruz: FSL All-Star Returns To Double-A
Charles Cutler: Sent Down To Palm Beach

Gary Daley's Gem Goes To Waste In Springfield Loss

Gary Daley missed the strike zone on seven of his first nine pitches, but the Springfield Cardinals starting pitcher didn't let that rattle him.

Springfield News-Leader

Tyler Henley Back With Springfield Cardinals To Start Of Homestand; Andrew Brown Hits Disabled List

The Springfield Cardinals start an eight-game homestand today with the return of a couple familiar faces.
Springfield News-Leader

Andrew Brown: Onto Springfield Disabled List