St. Louis Cardinals

Competition is on for Cardinals starting rotation spot (02/22 1:36 pm)

John Gant had just settled into his seat, with those flowing red locks and rust-colored beard giving the St. Louis Cardinals pitcher an unmistakable presence, when he was asked about how comfortable he's become working out of the bullpen. He went 11-1 as a reliever a couple years ago and was nearly as dominant during the pandemic-shortened 2020 season...
Cardinals re-sign C Yadier Molina for 18th season (02/09 4:49 pm)

Yadier Molina enjoyed going through the process of free agency for the first time in more than two decades as a pro. He was even happier that he wound up returning to the Cardinals. The 38-year-old catcher signed a $9 million contract for the upcoming season Tuesday, ensuring the nine-time Gold Glove winner would remain with the only organization for which he's played for an 18th season...
Cardinals re-sign C Yadier Molina for 18th season (02/08 9:45 pm)

ST. LOUIS (AP) -- The St. Louis Cardinals are bringing back catcher Yadier Molina for an 18th season, agreeing Monday to a $9 million, one-year deal with the nine-time Gold Glove winner. "We are excited to announce that we have agreed to terms with Yadier Molina on a new contract!" the team said in a statement. "We will have more details (Tuesday) on Yadi continuing his Cardinals legacy."...
LA Angels acquire veteran OF Dexter Fowler from Cardinals (02/04 10:29 pm)

ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) -- The Los Angeles Angels acquired veteran outfielder Dexter Fowler from the St. Louis Cardinals on Thursday night for cash or a player to be named later. Fowler batted .233 with four homers and 15 RBIs in 23 games last season, his fourth with St. Louis. The switch-hitting former Rockies and Cubs slugger is a career .259 hitter with 127 homers and 561 RBIs...

MLB Calendar

Feb. 2-19: Salary arbitration hearings.

Feb. 17: Voluntary reporting date for pitchers, catchers and injured players.

Feb. 22: Voluntary reporting date for other players.

Feb. 27: Mandatory reporting date.

March 15: Last day to place a player on waivers for 30 days termination pay.

March 27: Last day to offer a retention bonus to an eligible player attending spring training with a minor league contract.

March 30: Last day to place a player on waivers for 45 days termination pay.

April 1: Opening day, active rosters reduced to 26 players.

July 11-13: Amateur draft, Atlanta.

July 13: All-Star Game, Atlanta.

July 25: Hall of Fame induction, Cooperstown, N.Y.

Aug. 12: New York Yankees vs. Chicago White Sox at Dyersville, Iowa.

Aug. 22: Los Angeles Angels vs. Cleveland at Williamsport, Pa.

Dec. 1: Collective bargaining agreement expires, 11:59 p.m. EST.

Dec. 6-9: Winter meetings, Lake Buena Vista, Fla.

Dec. 8: Rule 5 draft, Lake Buena Vista, Fla.

Dec. 15: International amateur signing period closes.

National League Transactions

SAN DIEGO PADRES -- Claimed RHP Jordan Humphreys off waivers from San Francisco.

SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS -- Signed LHP Jose Alvarez to a one-year contract.

Last updated: 03/06 3:58 pm