<?xml version="1.0" encoding="iso-8859-1"?><rss version="2.0"><channel><title>Cardinalsnet News</title><link>http://www.Cardinalsnet.com</link><description>St. Louis Cardinals Fans Website</description><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-05-18]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-2224.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[: --With the game still on the line at 4-2, RHP Blaine Boyer was allowed to pitch to left-handed-hitting Milwaukee 1B Prince Fielder with two on and nobody out in the seventh. Boyer, who had retired Fielder the only time he had faced him, gave up a three-]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-05-18]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-2225.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Right-hander Todd Wellemeyer, though walking seven batters and hitting two, wasn't scored on from the second through the sixth innings on Sunday. But, in the first, before he could record his third strikeout of the inning, he had walked three and allowed ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-05-18]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-2226.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--In their first 24 games, the Cardinals tallied six or more runs 11 times. In the next 13 games, they did it twice. On Sunday, manager Tony La Russa said, "We hit a lot of balls in the air. Not a lot of life up there."  --Although the Cardinals somehow a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brewers-Cardinals Preview 2009-05-18]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/brewers-cardinals-preview-2227.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Braden Looper made the transformation from a closer to a starter with the St. Louis Cardinals the past two seasons, and a solid 2008 earned him a free-agent deal with the Milwaukee Brewers.After a fast start, Looper has cooled off considerably.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brewers ride Fielder's power streak to beat Cards]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/brewers-ride-fielder-s-power-streak-to-beat-cards.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Milwaukee Brewers' four-run cushion had been sliced in half before Prince Fielder's fourth home run in five games gave them plenty of breathing room.Fielder's three-run homer in the seventh inning proved decisive in the Brewers' 8-2 victory over the S]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Carpenter may start Wednesday Notebook ¿ Friday's rainout forces manger Tony La Russa to juggle his starting rotation. CARDINAL]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/carpenter-may-start-wednesday-notebook-¿-friday-s-rainout-forces-manger-tony-la-russa-to-juggle-his-starting-rotation-cardinals-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Friday night's postponement against Milwaukee may cause theCardinals to bring Chris Carpenter off the disabled list as early as Wednesday against the Chicago Cubs rather than Friday as planned against Kansas City.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA['Soup' serves little to Birds Brewers 1, Cards 0 ¿ Wainwright pitches well but offense shoots blanks. ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/-soup-serves-little-to-birds-brewers-1-cards-0-¿-wainwright-pitches-well-but-offense-shoots-blanks-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[On a brilliant Saturday afternoon tailored more for October than mid-May, Waino was again bueno, yet it wasn't enough for the team formerly known as the first-placeCardinals.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Playing through the pain With tragedy as a backdrop, Martinez will stay in minor-league system in bid to make Cards. CARDINALS I]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/playing-through-the-pain-with-tragedy-as-a-backdrop-martinez-will-stay-in-minor-league-system-in-bid-to-make-cards-cardinals-insider-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Infielder Jose Martinez is expected to rejoin the SpringfieldCardinals in the next week or two. For now, he remains at extended spring training in Jupiter, Fla., rehabilitating from shoulder tendinitis, a minor inconvenience compared with what he has live]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Torre to coach in All-Star Game Former Cardinals player, manager returns to St. Louis for big event as part of Manuel's NL staff]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/torre-to-coach-in-all-star-game-former-cardinals-player-manager-returns-to-st-louis-for-big-event-as-part-of-manuel-s-nl-staff-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[When Los Angeles Dodgers manager Joe Torre let the cat out of the bag the other day in Philadelphia that he had been asked to be a coach for the All-Star Game on July 14 here - and he had accepted that invitation - the National League's chances for its fi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[BREWERS-CARDINALS &t]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/brewers-cardinals-t.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[St. Louis - It took Mother Nature, in one of her more wicked appearances at Busch Stadium, to cool off theMilwaukeeBrewers.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[SERIES PREVIEW &t]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/series-preview-t.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ON DECK]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brewers-Cardinals Preview 2009-05-16]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/brewers-cardinals-preview-2217.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Pitchers can only do so much to win a ball game. Their teammates need to provide some run support.Milwaukee's Manny Parra has received plenty of that lately.The left-hander tries to win his third straight start Sunday afternoon at Busch Stadium as the sur]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brewers 1, Cardinals 0]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/brewers-1-cardinals-0.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Milwaukee Brewers managed only two hits against Adam Wainwright and the St. Louis bullpen. That was just enough offense for Jeff Suppan, pitching in his favorite stadium, and star closer Trevor Hoffman.Suppan worked seven innings, Corey Hart ended a 2]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Suppan's gem leads Brewers past Cards]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/suppan-s-gem-leads-brewers-past-cards.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jeff Suppan threw seven scoreless innings in his favorite stadium and Corey Hart hit his first homer in 27 games to lift the Milwaukee Brewers to a 1-0 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals on Saturday.Suppan, who parlayed an 2006 NLCS MVP for the Cardinal]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Carpenter could skip final bullpen session]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/carpenter-could-skip-final-bullpen-session.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Chris Carpenter could return to the Cardinals' rotation early next week after a rainout forced a reassessment of the rotation.The 2005 NL Cy Young winner has been on the 15-day DL since April 15 with a strained left rib cage muscle. He threw four simulate]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-05-16]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-2221.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--INF Brendan Ryan played three games at Class AAA Memphis while he was on the 15-day disabled list as he healed from a strained left hamstring. RHP Mitchell Boggs, whom Ryan replaced on the roster, was 1-0 with a 3.22 earned run average over five appeara]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-05-16]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-2222.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Brendan Ryan (strained left hamstring) was activated from the 15-day disabled list and Mitchell Boggs, the starter in Thursday's 5-1 win at Pittsburgh, was optioned to Class AAA Memphis on Friday. The move gives manager Tony La Russa bit more flexibility ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-05-16]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-2223.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Friday's game with Milwaukee was rained out in the second inning, costing RHP Kyle Lohse his start and rookie RF Colby Rasmus his second homer in two nights. Rasmus had hit a two-run drive off Milwaukee's Yovani Gallardo over the right-field bullpen. Th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brewers-Cardinals Preview 2009-05-16]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/brewers-cardinals-preview-2206.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Milwaukee Brewers and St. Louis Cardinals entered their first meeting of the season tied for the NL Central lead. They ended it the same way.After the opener of their three-game series was postponed because of storms, the Cardinals and Brewers will ag]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brewers-Cardinals game postponed by rain]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/brewers-cardinals-game-postponed-by-rain.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Trevor Hoffman got a day off Friday, well before the Milwaukee Brewers and St. Louis Cardinals were postponed by persistent rain in the second inning.Manager Ken Macha realizes he must conserve his perfect closer.The 41-year-old Hoffman is 8 for 8 in save]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Carpenter throws extended bullpen session]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/carpenter-throws-extended-bullpen-session.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cardinals right-hander Chris Carpenter felt fine after throwing an extended bullpen session Friday and could return to the rotation soon.Carpenter strained a muscle in his left rib cage April 14. Mitchell Boggs, who had been filling in for Carpenter in th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Schumaker making progress as infielder Notebook ¿ La Russa praises his performance at second base. ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/schumaker-making-progress-as-infielder-notebook-¿-la-russa-praises-his-performance-at-second-base-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[PITTSBURGH - On a scale of 1 to 10,Cardinals manager Tony La Russa unequivocally gave neophyte second baseman Skip Schumaker a 7 on Thursday night.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Boggs, relievers rescue Redbirds Cardinals 5, Pirates 1 ¿ They salvage the series finale at Pittsburgh with good pitching, offe]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/boggs-relievers-rescue-redbirds-cardinals-5-pirates-1-¿-they-salvage-the-series-finale-at-pittsburgh-with-good-pitching-offense-and-defense-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[PITTSBURGH - The earned-run average ofCardinals starting pitchers in May (6.61) had been more than twice what it was in April and they had compiled a 2-7 record this month, as compared to 14-2 in April. And on Thursday night theCardinals' starter failed t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[GAME REPORT | BREWERS 5, MARLINS 3 ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/game-report-|-brewers-5-marlins-3-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[TONIGHT'S PROBABLE PITCHING MATCHUP ¿ Cardinals vs. Pittsburgh Pirates, 6:05 p.m., PNC Park BASEBALL ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/tonight-s-probable-pitching-matchup-¿-cardinals-vs-pittsburgh-pirates-6-05-p-m-pnc-park-baseball-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mitchell Boggs]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kennedy switches allegiance to Oakland ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/kennedy-switches-allegiance-to-oakland-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Adam Kennedy's presence in green-and-gold garb might seem awkward at first. He was an instrumental part of the enemy for many years, after all, anAngels fixture at second base as Oakland and Anaheim annually grappled for American League West supremacy.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[A's Kennedy a first-rate fill-in at second base ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/a-s-kennedy-a-first-rate-fill-in-at-second-base-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Adam Kennedy didn't get caught up in a lot of reflection and second-guessing himself, even though the scenario was ripe for it.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-05-15]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-2197.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 04:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Cardinals remained in a tie for first place with Milwaukee, Friday night's opponent, in the National League Central, by winning the last game of the Pittsburgh series. They also won the last game at Cincinnati. "Getting the last one in both places m]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-05-15]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-2198.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 04:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--SS Khalil Greene, his average down to .217, was replaced by rookie Tyler Greene on Thursday. Tyler Greene probably will play Friday, based on his two hits and a stolen base Thursday. Manager Tony La Russa said Khalil Greene had "shown flashes of looking]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-05-15]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-2199.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 04:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The earned-run average of Cardinals starting pitchers in May (6.61) had been more than twice what it was in April. And the Cardinals had compiled a 2-7 record this month, as compared to 14-2 in April. On Thursday night, St. Louis' starter failed to get ou]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pirates' catcher Diaz filling in nicely ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/pirates-catcher-diaz-filling-in-nicely-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 04:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Robinzon Diaz is making Ryan Doumit's injury a little easier to take.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Punchless Pirates fall to Cardinals ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/punchless-pirates-fall-to-cardinals-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 04:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[No one can blame the guys at the top of the batting order for thePirates' 5-1 clunker Thursday against the St. Louis Cardinals.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brewers-Cardinals Preview 2009-05-15]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/brewers-cardinals-preview-2202.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 04:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Milwaukee Brewers are one of the hottest teams in baseball, and they hope to keep it that way by sending their ace out to begin a nine-game road trip.Yovani Gallardo looks win a fourth consecutive decision Friday night, when the Brewers face the St. L]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rasmus' blast lead Cards over Bucs]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/rasmus-blast-lead-cards-over-bucs.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 04:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jeff Karstens of the Pirates didn't need to watch Colby Rasmus' homer to know it traveled a long way. A loud noise told him so, and it wasn't a sound any major league pitcher wants to hear.Rasmus' two-run homer in the second inning gave St. Louis' slumpin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets facing injury concerns at the wrong time]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/mets-facing-injury-concerns-at-the-wrong-time.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 04:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The latest news on Carlos Delgado's hip and J.J. Putz's arm could derail the Mets' road trip and maybe more, Bob Klapisch says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chat transcript: Chris Rose on April 30, 2009]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/chat-transcript-chris-rose-on-april-30-2009.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 04:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[1:54FOXSports.com:Hello everybody. Chris Rose will be with us momentarily. Please feel free to start asking questions now.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-05-14]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-2188.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 04:35:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RF Ryan Ludwick, placed on the 15-day disabled list with a strained right hamstring he suffered Tuesday night, is the Cardinals' leading hitter against left-handed pitching at .323. The rest of the club is hitting .220 against left-handers and, overall,]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-05-14]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-2189.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 04:35:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals had only one runner in scoring position through eight innings Wednesday, other than a solo home run. Their defense didn't make any big plays, and their pitcher, Joel Pineiro, allowed too much contact again. Assuring themselves of a losing tr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-05-14]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-2190.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 04:35:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Manager Tony La Russa held a meeting shortly after the players arrived Wednesday. The theme was, basically, play with what you have and don't worry about what you don't have. "This is the lineup we've got," La Russa said. "And we can win with this lineu]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals-Pirates Preview 2009-05-14]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-pirates-preview-2191.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 04:35:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The St. Louis Cardinals were hoping to pad their lead atop the NL Central with a trip to visit the slumping Pittsburgh Pirates. So far, that hasn't been the case.The Cardinals look to avoid being swept for the first time this season Thursday night when th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ludwick Disabled ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/ludwick-disabled-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 04:35:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 13, 2009 (Baseball Musings delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pirates 5, Cardinals 2]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/pirates-5-cardinals-2.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 04:35:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Adam LaRoche was wary when baseball adopted video replay for home runs last season, convinced such a rule could only mean something bad for him.Turns out he was right.LaRoche became the first player to have a home run taken away by video replay, but it di]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pirates edge Cardinals behind Ohlendorf's gem]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/pirates-edge-cardinals-behind-ohlendorf-s-gem.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 04:35:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Adam LaRoche became the first player to have a home run taken away after a video replay, losing it Wednesday night when umpires reversed their call.The call in the Cardinals-Pirates game was the 13th to get reviewed by replay since the system went into ef]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals put Ludwick on disabled list]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-put-ludwick-on-disabled-list.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 04:35:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The St. Louis Cardinals are missing two-thirds of their starting outfield after putting right fielder Ryan Ludwick on the 15-day disabled list with a strained right hamstring and recalling outfielder Nick Stavinoha from Triple-A Memphis.Stavinoha was avai]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Carpenter throws without discomfort Notebook ¿ Pitcher is on track to return on next home stand. CARDINALS ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/carpenter-throws-without-discomfort-notebook-¿-pitcher-is-on-track-to-return-on-next-home-stand-cardinals-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 04:35:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[PITTSBURGH - In essence, it was no pain and some gain forCardinals righthander Chris Carpenter in his throwing session in the bullpen Tuesday afternoon at PNC Park.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-05-13]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-2179.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Chris Carpenter threw well and without pain Tuesday in a bullpen session in Pittsburgh, and Carpenter is scheduled to throw a simulated game Friday. Pitching coach Dave Duncan said that if the next session goes well, Carpenter, recovering from a tor]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-05-13]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-2180.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals, who already had dropped five of their last eight games, lost twice Tuesday. Not only did the Cardinals fall to the Pirates, but they also probably lost cleanup hitter and right fielder Ryan Ludwick to the disabled list. Ludwick strained his]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-05-13]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-2181.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Albert Pujols has 38 homers against Pittsburgh in his career, including 21 at PNC Park, where he is hitting .383 with 58 RBIs in 63 games. But manager Tony La Russa said that too much is being made of that. "That story has already been told -- that h]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Moss, Pirates snap eight-game skid ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/moss-pirates-snap-eight-game-skid-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Pirates outfielder Brandon Moss kept insisting he felt fine, that he was comfortable at the plate and confident in his swing.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals-Pirates Preview 2009-05-13]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-pirates-preview-2183.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Facing the last-place Pittsburgh Pirates on the road continues to be a struggle for the NL Central-leading St. Louis Cardinals.St. Louis will try to avoid its fifth consecutive loss in Pittsburgh as the teams continue their three-game series on Wednesday ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pirates 7, Cardinals 1]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/pirates-7-cardinals-1.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Albert Pujols' home run in the first inning struck halfway up the batter's backstop in center field, the kind of drive that can unnerve a pitcher. Instead, it almost seemed to calm down Zach Duke.Duke responded to Pujols' homer by limiting St. Louis to th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Duke helps Pirates get back on track]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/duke-helps-pirates-get-back-on-track.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Zach Duke limited St. Louis to three singles over eight innings after giving up a homer to Albert Pujols in the first and the Pittsburgh Pirates ended an eight-game losing streak by beating the Cardinals 7-1 on Tuesday night.Adam LaRoche and Brandon Moss ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals' Ludwick injures right hamstring]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-ludwick-injures-right-hamstring.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[EDs: APNewsNow.St. Louis Cardinals right fielder Ryan Ludwick strained his right hamstring while trying to run down a fly ball in the second inning Tuesday night in Pittsburgh and left the game.Ludwick ranged far to his right while chasing what became a t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chat transcript: Dick Stockton on May 7, 2009]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/chat-transcript-dick-stockton-on-may-7-2009.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[2:13Hi, everyone -- and thanks for coming! Dick Stockton will be joining us in the chat room in about 15 minutes. Please feel free to submit your questions while we're waiting for him to join. He's willing to address any topic you like, from the breaking ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-05-11]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-2170.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 04:35:22 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--3B Brian Barden's fourth-inning double snapped a nothing-for-14 slump. He had been NL Rookie of the Month for April but had seemed to be pressing in irregular duty in May. --SS Khalil Greene has been swinging the bat with authority since his forearm str]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-05-11]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-2171.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 04:35:22 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Albert Pujols snapped a nothing-for-11 dive Sunday with his 12th home run of the season but the big hitters were Chris Duncan and Colby Rasmus, who knocked in five of the eight runs. Duncan, who had just five hits in 34 at-bats against left-handed pitchin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-05-11]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-2172.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 04:35:22 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Ryan Franklin suffered his first blown save of the season in his 10th save opportunity Sunday when he surrendered solo homers to SS Jerry Hairston Jr., and pinch-hitter Micah Owings in the ninth inning. Franklin hadn't been scored on in his first 13]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals overcome 5 homers to beat Reds in 10]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-overcome-5-homers-to-beat-reds-in-10.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 04:35:22 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Paul Janish swung at the game's 401st pitch and hit it high and foul, leaving plenty of room for St. Louis first baseman Albert Pujols to drift over, make the catch and finally end the game.And, what a game! Even the losers had to smile."That was a blast,]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cards withstand Reds rally to win in extras]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cards-withstand-reds-rally-to-win-in-extras.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 04:35:22 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Ryan Franklin was dumbfounded.As he watched Reds pitcher Micah Owings round the bases on his two-out, pinch-hit homer in the ninth, the previously perfect St. Louis closer was reminded that there's no margin for error at Great American Ball Park."That's a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trading Places ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/trading-places-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 04:35:22 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 9, 2009 (Baseball Musings delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Youth is paying big dividends Cardinals' attempt to grow their own talent results in team using 10 rookies in the first 29 games]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/youth-is-paying-big-dividends-cardinals-attempt-to-grow-their-own-talent-results-in-team-using-10-rookies-in-the-first-29-games-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 04:35:22 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[CINCINNATI - Shane Robinson unknowingly furthered a point Thursday afternoon when he grounded out as an eighth-inning pinch-hitter for reliever Blaine Boyer.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ramirez could be in All-Star Game Fifty-game suspension will end July 3]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/ramirez-could-be-in-all-star-game-fifty-game-suspension-will-end-july-3.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 04:35:22 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Disgraced, at least for now, Los Angeles Dodgers star Manny Ramirez will be eligible to return to the club after his 50-game suspension on July 3 in time for a weekend series at San Diego. The highlight of that weekend will be the Sunday evening announcem]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[La Russa is must-see TV The postgame give-and-take with Cards manager can be fascinating. ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/la-russa-is-must-see-tv-the-postgame-give-and-take-with-cards-manager-can-be-fascinating-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 04:35:22 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After theCardinals lost to the Reds on Friday night, it was time for another episode of Tony TV.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals-Reds Preview 2009-05-09]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-reds-preview-2161.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2009 04:35:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A case of the flu going through Cincinnati's clubhouse left the Reds without two of the top bats in their lineup. Despite being short-handed, the offense hasn't seemed to skip a beat.The Reds, who look to win three in a row for the first time in nearly fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Russell keeps promise to play reserves ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/russell-keeps-promise-to-play-reserves-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2009 04:35:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[?Pirates manager John Russell was serious when he promised to play more reserves during the current road trip. How about five in one game? Delwyn Young, Craig Monroe, Eric Hinske, Robinzon Diaz and Brian Bixler started Thursday at Busch Stadium. The makes]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pirates react to Manny Ramirez suspension ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/pirates-react-to-manny-ramirez-suspension-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2009 04:35:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ST. LOUIS -- Reactions to Los Angeles Dodgers star Manny Ramirez's 50-game suspension drew wide-ranging responses from within thePirates clubhouse at Busch Stadium.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cueto extends scoreless streak to beat Cards]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cueto-extends-scoreless-streak-to-beat-cards.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2009 04:35:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It's hard to rattle Johnny Cueto these days.The right-hander, who was prone to meltdowns as a rookie, extended his scoreless streak to 15 innings Friday night before giving up his only run, and the Cincinnati Reds won their second in a row with a depleted]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[MICHAEL HUNT &t]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/michael-hunt-t.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2009 04:35:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[When it comes toBrewers-Cubs, this is not a fair fight.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[YOUTH BASEBALL]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/youth-baseball.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2009 04:35:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mets 2, Mariners 0]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Are there any clean World Series champs left? ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/are-there-any-clean-world-series-champs-left-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2009 04:35:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 8, 2009 (Newsday delivered byNewstex) --Let's see. These are the WS winners of this decade and players who have been linked -- not proven in some cases, just linked -- to steroids, HGH, the Mitchell Report, etc.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Series preview]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/series-preview.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2009 04:35:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Where: Great American Ball Park]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Redbirds put Ankiel on the DL Cardinals notebook Outfielder is still banged up after crashing into wall. ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/redbirds-put-ankiel-on-the-dl-cardinals-notebook-outfielder-is-still-banged-up-after-crashing-into-wall-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2009 04:35:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Center fielder Rick Ankiel's next Baseball activity will be at theCardinals' spring training base in Jupiter, Fla., but it won't be for a while.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-05-08]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-2152.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--CF Rick Ankiel, not healing quickly after crashing into the wall Monday night, was sent back to the Cardinals' spring training base in Jupiter, Fla., where he lives, to begin his rehabilitation when ready. Ankiel was placed on the 15-day disabled list.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-05-08]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-2153.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Cardinals' 19-10 start is their best since 1982, when they went on to win the World Series. They also started that year 19-10. --RHP Ryan Franklin's ninth save to start the season is the best start by a Cardinals closer since Jason Isringhausen open]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-05-08]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-2154.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Before Thursday, Todd Wellemeyer had been 2-0 on the road with a 1.93 ERA in two starts. But he had given up 30 hits and 15 runs in 15 innings at home. On Thursday, he gave the Busch Stadium fans something they hadn't seen from him in the first month of t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Young earns first start for Pirates ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/young-earns-first-start-for-pirates-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ST. LOUIS -- Manager John Russell walked up to Delwyn Young in thePirates' clubhouse Wednesday afternoon and smiled at the game's starting right fielder.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bucs' offense stays stagnant ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/bucs-offense-stays-stagnant-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ST. LOUIS -- The heart of thePirates' lineup went 0-for-16 against the Cardinals on Thursday afternoon.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals-Reds Preview 2009-05-08]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-reds-preview-2157.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cincinnati has had trouble beating the St. Louis Cardinals of late. With illness and injuries currently plaguing the Reds' roster, the challenge to end their skid against the NL Central leaders could be even tougher.The Cardinals look for a fifth consecut]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pujols Plunked ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/pujols-plunked-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 7, 2009 (Baseball Musings delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals 5, Pirates 2]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-5-pirates-2.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Considering the St. Louis Cardinals entered the season without a full-time closer, the ninth inning has been in very secure hands.Ryan Franklin had a 1-2-3 finish for the second straight game in Thursday's 5-2 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates. He's 9 f]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wellemeyer goes 7 strong to get Cards a win]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/wellemeyer-goes-7-strong-to-get-cards-a-win.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Todd Wellemeyer threw seven innings of four-hit ball, Jason LaRue hit a go-ahead homer in the fifth and the St. Louis Cardinals beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 5-2 on Thursday.Leadoff batter Skip Schumaker had three hits and scored twice for the Cardinals, wh]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pirates-Cardinals Preview 2009-05-07]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/pirates-cardinals-preview-2143.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Albert Pujols continues to dominate Pittsburgh pitching. He may need yet another big game if St. Louis Cardinals starter Todd Wellemeyer falters against the Pirates again.With Pujols in a home run groove, the Cardinals hope Wellemeyer can avoid another po]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pirates lose eighth time in past nine games ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/pirates-lose-eighth-time-in-past-nine-games-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ST. LOUIS - To say thePirates wasted some chances to beat the Cardinals on Wednesday night is like saying the nearby Mississippi is just another river.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals 4, Pirates 2]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-4-pirates-2.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Albert Pujols might have been a bit weary after a 4-hour photo shoot for the All-Star Game home run derby earlier in the day. Nope. A few hours later he went deep on his first swing.Pujols hit his fourth homer in five games to launch a 4-for-4 performance]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pujols, Cards top Pirates to end 3-game skid]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/pujols-cards-top-pirates-to-end-3-game-skid.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Albert Pujols homered for the fourth time in five games and Chris Duncan's two-run triple in the fourth inning was the go-ahead hit as the St. Louis Cardinals beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 4-2 to snap a three-game losing streak Wednesday night.Pujols went 4]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ankiel remains out of Cardinals' lineup]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/ankiel-remains-out-of-cardinals-lineup.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Rick Ankiel remained out of the St. Louis Cardinals' lineup Wednesday night, two days after crashing headfirst into the center-field wall while making a running catch.Manager Tony La Russa said the Cardinals would likely wait a few more days before decidi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hits Galore ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/hits-galore-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 6, 2009 (Baseball Musings delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Phillies Notebook: Could be now or never for Phillies pitcher Park ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/phillies-notebook-could-be-now-or-never-for-phillies-pitcher-park-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ST. LOUIS - A perception has taken ROOT that righthander Chan Ho Park already has reached his first or-else moment with thePhillies. Manager Charlie Manuel and pitching coach Rich Dubee won't say that in so many words. Thing is, they don't deny it, either]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Myers struggles, but Phillies beat Cardinals to move into first place ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/myers-struggles-but-phillies-beat-cardinals-to-move-into-first-place-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ST. LOUIS - There's no pretty way to say this, so here it is straight: ThePhillies' starting rotation has a combined earned run average of 6.54.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-05-06]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-2151.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--CF Rick Ankiel was released from the hospital Tuesday after his frightening run-in with the outfield wall Monday. Though he said he generally was sore all over, especially in his right shoulder, no structural damage was found, and GM John Mozeliak said ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Richmond AL's top rookie in April ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/richmond-al-s-top-rookie-in-april-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Canadian Scott Richmond was recognized for his strong April by being named American League rookie of the month yesterday.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pirates-Cardinals Preview 2009-05-06]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/pirates-cardinals-preview-2135.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The St. Louis Cardinals are mired in their first extended losing streak of the season. Facing the reeling Pittsburgh Pirates might be what they need to end the skid.With each club trying to avoid a fourth consecutive loss, the Cardinals and Pirates begin ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Phillies hands Cardinals third straight loss]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/phillies-hands-cardinals-third-straight-loss.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Philadelphia Phillies' center fielder was the big story a day after Rick Ankiel's harrowing headfirst crash into the wall.Shane Victorino was 4 for 5 with a home run and three RBIs and Jayson Werth had a three-run shot and four RBIs in a 10-7 victory ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals outfielder Ankiel released from hospital]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-outfielder-ankiel-released-from-hospital.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Just before Rick Ankiel barreled headfirst into the wall, the thought flashed through his mind: My career is finished."I thought that might be it," the St. Louis Cardinals' outfielder said Tuesday. "When you don't get a chance to put up your hands to prot]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Umpire Foster misses Mets-Braves game]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/umpire-foster-misses-mets-braves-game.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Umpire Marty Foster was sick and missed Tuesday night's game between the New York Mets and the Atlanta Braves.Damien Beal assumed Foster's scheduled assignment at second base.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals outfielder Ankiel released from hospital 2009-05-05]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-outfielder-ankiel-released-from-hospital-2139.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Rick Ankiel has been released from the hospital.Ankiel was hospitalized overnight for observation after he slammed headfirst into the wall following a running catch Monday night.He will rejoin the team before Tuesday night's]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ankiel out of hospital after head-on wall collision]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/ankiel-out-of-hospital-after-head-on-wall-collision.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Rick Ankiel has been released from the hospital.Ankiel was hospitalized overnight for observation after he slammed headfirst into the wall following a running catch Monday night.He will rejoin the team before Tuesday night's]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ryan Howard tunes out hometown distractions ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/ryan-howard-tunes-out-hometown-distractions-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ST. LOUIS - When Ryan Howard comes home, he is faced with myriad distractions, including friends, family, and Albert Pujols. Demands on his time and competition with Baseball's best first baseman threaten to distract Howard.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blanton steady, Howard grand as Phillies beat Cardinals ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/blanton-steady-howard-grand-as-phillies-beat-cardinals-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ST. LOUIS - It wasn't like the pitcher's mound was an island and Joe Blanton was stranded out there all by himself.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-05-05]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-2125.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Tuesday night's game with the Phillies will be the last one of this series and also the last time the World Series champions will be in St. Louis this season. The Cardinals will have three games in Philadelphia in July.  --When rookie LF Colby Rasmus ho]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-05-05]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-2126.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A 14-3 beginning by their starting pitchers helped propel the Cardinals to a sizeable lead in the National League Central Division after the first month of play. RHP Ryan Franklin's seven-for-seven performance in save opportunities helped and LF Chris Dun]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-05-05]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-2127.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals lost a game and a center fielder, at least for a while, Monday night.  Kyle Lohse, after being hit in his non-pitching elbow by a pitch from Philadelphia's Joe Blanton in the third inning, came unraveled in the next two innings. He allowed a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ankiel's headfirst crash overshadows Howard's slam]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/ankiel-s-headfirst-crash-overshadows-howard-s-slam.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Running full speed after chasing down a deep liner in the gap, Rick Ankiel had no time to slow down.The St. Louis Cardinals' center fielder barely had time to raise his arms and brace for impact before barreling headfirst into the lightly padded outfield ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Greinke dominates again]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/greinke-dominates-again.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ROUNDUP]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ankiel carted off field after slamming into wall]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/ankiel-carted-off-field-after-slamming-into-wall.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Rick Ankiel was carted off the field with his head and neck immobilized, then taken to a hospital for tests after the St. Louis Cardinals outfielder slammed headfirst into the fence following a running catch Monday night.X-rays and a CT scan of Ankiel's h]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Phillies-Cardinals Preview 2009-05-05]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/phillies-cardinals-preview-2131.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Thanks to Ryan Howard, the Philadelphia Phillies began their series with the St. Louis Cardinals by handing Kyle Lohse his first loss of 2009. Now, the reigning World Series champions will try to do the same to Adam Wainwright.The Phillies go for a sweep ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Howard helps Phils rock Cards' Lohse]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/howard-helps-phils-rock-cards-lohse.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Ryan Howard's latest happy homecoming linked him with Hall of Famer Mike Schmidt in the Philadelphia Phillies' record book.Howard hit his seventh career grand slam, tying Schmidt for the franchise record in a 6-1 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals on Mo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ankiel carted off field after slamming into wall 2009-05-05]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/ankiel-carted-off-field-after-slamming-into-wall-2133.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Rick Ankiel has been carted off the field with his head and neck immobilized after the St. Louis Cardinals outfielder slammed headfirst into the fence following a running catch.Ankiel chased down Pedro Feliz's long drive in the eighth inning of Monday nig]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Phillies-Cardinals Preview 2009-05-03]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/phillies-cardinals-preview-2117.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Philadelphia Phillies have been hurt by poor performances from Joe Blanton and the rest of their rotation. Facing Albert Pujols and the St. Louis Cardinals likely won't make it easy for them to end their struggles.After both teams had their last games]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rain washes out Cardinals-Nationals game]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/rain-washes-out-cardinals-nationals-game.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[John Lannan was prepared to face the St. Louis Cardinals on Sunday. Instead, the Washington Nationals left-hander waited out a nearly two-hour rain delay, then turned his attention to watching video of an unexpected opponent.Sunday's scheduled game betwee]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[A GREAT DAY FOR BASEBALL ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/a-great-day-for-baseball-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Spring Saturdays are always busy ones for youth Baseball leagues, and last weekend was no exception. The South Middleton Cardinals faced thePhillies, with thePhillies defeating the Cardinals 10-0.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teixeira happy it's May ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/teixeira-happy-it-s-may-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[NEW YORK ? Nobody had to tell Mark Teixeira to tear April off his calendar with the passing of the month.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals scratch Lohse from Sunday start]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-scratch-lohse-from-sunday-start.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The St. Louis Cardinals have scratched right-hander Kyle Lohse from Sunday's scheduled start against the Washington Nationals because of wet weather.In his place, right-hander Kyle McClellan is scheduled to make his first major league start.Lohse is 3-0 w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Martis keeps Redbirds guessing Nationals 6, Cardinals 1 ¿ Only score is on Rasmus' first big-league HR. ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/martis-keeps-redbirds-guessing-nationals-6-cardinals-1-¿-only-score-is-on-rasmus-first-big-league-hr-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[WASHINGTON - Saturday afternoon at Nationals Park, Curacao native Shairon Martis transformed from a little-known exotic name into a righthanded riddle against a team wielding Baseball's best record.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Franklin performs a rare feat Few relief pitchers have become full-time closers at the advanced age of 36. ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/franklin-performs-a-rare-feat-few-relief-pitchers-have-become-full-time-closers-at-the-advanced-age-of-36-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[In this space last week, a list of potentialCardinals All-Stars for this year's midsummer classic to be played here was offered up, but perhaps another name or two needs to be considered. For instance, there is righthander Ryan Franklin, the late-in-Baseb]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pujols grabs a day of rest in D.C. Cardinals notebook ¿ Slugger rested sore leg, accepted an invitation to visit White House. ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/pujols-grabs-a-day-of-rest-in-d-c-cardinals-notebook-¿-slugger-rested-sore-leg-accepted-an-invitation-to-visit-white-house-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[WASHINGTON - Saturday was significant to Albert Pujols for two reasons.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals-Nationals Preview 2009-05-02]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-nationals-preview-2109.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It shouldn't have come as a surprise, but the St. Louis Cardinals have learned anew this weekend just how valuable Albert Pujols is to the offense.After a scheduled day off, Pujols looks to help the Cardinals' offense get back on track Sunday in the final]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nats' Martis gets win over Pujols-less Cards]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/nats-martis-gets-win-over-pujols-less-cards.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Shairon Martis delivered a rare highlight in an otherwise dismal start to the season for the Washington Nationals.Martis pitched a five-hitter, Adam Dunn hit a three-run homer and the Nationals beat the St. Louis Cardinals 6-1 on Saturday."Everything was ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Zimmermann pays for his youthful mistakes ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/zimmermann-pays-for-his-youthful-mistakes-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It's perhaps a measure of flattery, a backhanded compliment, that Jordan Zimmermann can have a subpar night and still have his manager and his teammates offer plaudits for the way he pitched.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wellemeyer helps Cards swat at Nats Cardinals 6, Nationals 2 ¿ Pujols, Duncan, Ludwick, Thurston homer in strong showing agains]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/wellemeyer-helps-cards-swat-at-nats-cardinals-6-nationals-2-¿-pujols-duncan-ludwick-thurston-homer-in-strong-showing-against-washington-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[WASHINGTON - TheCardinals have Brian Barden and Joe Thurston, two "rookies" forming an effective third-base platoon.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Flu scare is real for Reyes Cards notebook ¿ Mexico native concerned about family's safety. ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/flu-scare-is-real-for-reyes-cards-notebook-¿-mexico-native-concerned-about-family-s-safety-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[WASHINGTON - Dennys Reyes resides in Phoenix and brought his wife and three children to St. Louis shortly after the season opened. Still, Reyes, the only Mexican native on theCardinals' active roster, says he is very concerned for his family and fellow co]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-05-02]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-2114.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cardinals manager Tony La Russa charts the progress of his team in increments of how far above .500 it is. The first major milestone was reached Friday night when the Cardinals went plus-10 (17-7) as they smacked four homers at Washington.  "You combine (]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-05-02]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-2115.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Todd Wellemeyer never allowed more than two hits in any inning on Friday after giving up an average of nearly two hits an inning (37 in 22 innings) in his first four starts. "He got in an early groove and his concentration was great," said La Russa,]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-05-02]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-2116.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals committed a league-high 20 errors in their first 19 games -- five by new SS Khalil Greene -- but they generally overcame any defensive deficiencies by batting .299 for that period and leading the league in slugging percentage and on-base per]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-05-02]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-2100.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cardinals manager Tony La Russa charts the progress of his team in increments of how far above .500 it is. The first major milestone was reached Friday night when the Cardinals went plus-10 (17-7) as they smacked four homers at Washington.  "You combine (]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-05-02]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-2101.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Todd Wellemeyer never allowed more than two hits in any inning on Friday after giving up an average of nearly two hits an inning (37 in 22 innings) in his first four starts. "He got in an early groove and his concentration was great," said La Russa,]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-05-02]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-2102.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals committed a league-high 20 errors in their first 19 games -- five by new SS Khalil Greene -- but they generally overcame any defensive deficiencies by batting .299 for that period and leading the league in slugging percentage and on-base per]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[After long layoff, anything but a close shave ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/after-long-layoff-anything-but-a-close-shave-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Playoff beards? We thought the Bruins might return to the ice looking like ZZ Top. Or maybe 20 El Tiantes, skating as one.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals-Nationals Preview 2009-05-02]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-nationals-preview-2104.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The St. Louis Cardinals were already playing great baseball before they arrived in the nation's capital. Unsurprisingly, their first two matchups with the Washington Nationals have only helped.The Cardinals will try to move a step closer to a four-game sw]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ludwick powers Cards past Nats rookie P]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/ludwick-powers-cards-past-nats-rookie-p.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Ryan Ludwick can't find an obvious flaw in the St. Louis Cardinals lineup - or in their pitching staff.The potent combination has the team off to its best start in 65 years.Albert Pujols hit one of the Cardinals' season-high four home runs, backing Todd W]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blunders of bullpen sink Nationals again ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/blunders-of-bullpen-sink-nationals-again-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TheWashingtonNationals issued 11 walks Thursday night. They unleashed four wild pitches. They were charged with a passed ball, an error and a balk. They struck out 12 times. They constantly flirted with disaster and left the crowd of 18,007 at times eithe]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Another Lear Night ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/another-lear-night-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 30, 2009 (Baseball Musings delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cards win a wild one with big 9th Cardinals 9, Nationals 4 ¿ Five-run inning that started against former Cardinal Tavarez leads]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cards-win-a-wild-one-with-big-9th-cardinals-9-nationals-4-¿-five-run-inning-that-started-against-former-cardinal-tavarez-leads-to-victory-at-washington-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[WASHINGTON - How wild was Thursday's action at Nationals Park?]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-05-01]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-2092.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[On a night of firsts, rookie Tyler Greene's infield single, his first big-league hit, led to two runs in a five-run ninth inning Thursday. And left-handed-batting Rick Ankiel's first hit to left field this year (out of 19) was a run-scoring double that st]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-05-01]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-2093.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Cardinals starters finished April at 13-2. The relievers ended up 3-5 with five blown saves. But the bullpen has pitched much better after a rocky first couple of weeks. --1B Albert Pujols finished April with eight homers and 28 RBIs after clubbing a tw]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-05-01]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-2094.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals committed a league-high 20 errors in their first 19 games -- five by new SS Khalil Greene -- but they generally overcame any defensive deficiencies by batting .299 for that period and leading the league in slugging percentage and on-base per]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[MORNING BRIEFING]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/morning-briefing.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As we saw again last weekend, the Boston Red Sox and the New York Yankees dominate the hype, but in a Forbes magazine ranking of the best rivalries in Baseball, the East Coast arch-foes rated only second.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals-Nationals Preview 2009-05-01]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-nationals-preview-2096.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[While his team has dropped a major-league worst 16 games this season, Washington Nationals rookie Jordan Zimmermann has yet to lose.The 22-year-old right-hander looks to remain unbeaten Friday night at Nationals Park as Washington continues its four-game ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ankiel breaks tie; Cards pull away from Nats]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/ankiel-breaks-tie-cards-pull-away-from-nats.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With the go-ahead run on base after Washington's 10th walk of the night, Rick Ankiel was hoping to get something hittable up and over the plate.The way Nationals pitchers had trouble locating, it wasn't an unreasonable expectation.Ankiel hit a tiebreaking]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals put infielder Ryan on disabled list]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-put-infielder-ryan-on-disabled-list.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The St. Louis Cardinals have placed infielder Brendan Ryan on the 15-day disabled list with a strained left hamstring.The Cardinals also recalled infielder Tyler Greene from Triple-A Memphis before their game against the Washington Nationals on Thursday n]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals-Nationals Preview 2009-04-30]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-nationals-preview-2099.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Washington Nationals have played better since their disastrous start, but they're still entrenched in the NL East cellar. The St. Louis Cardinals, meanwhile, are enjoying the view atop the NL Central.The NL-best Cardinals have a chance to pad their ea]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-04-30]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-2083.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals committed a league-high 20 errors in their first 19 games -- five by new SS Khalil Greene -- but they generally overcame any defensive deficiencies by batting .299 for that period and leading the league in slugging percentage and on-base per]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-04-30]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-2084.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With two shortstops already down with injuries, Brian Barden stepped forward Wednesday night. Regular shortstop Khalil Greene will be out a few days with a sore right forearm, and backup Brendan Ryan, who again played brilliantly in the field, had to leav]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-04-30]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-2085.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Of the Cardinals' 20 hits in the Atlanta series, 19 of them were singles. But three of their seven singles drove in runs with two outs Wednesday, and for the series, the Cardinals had seven run-scoring singles with two outs. SS Brendan Ryan's double in ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[CARDINALS 5, BRAVES 3: Four-run burst takes game, series]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-5-braves-3-four-run-burst-takes-game-series.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Braves pitchers kept Albert Pujols and the rest of the St. Louis Cardinals in the ballpark for the entire series, but it didn't much matter.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals-Nationals Preview 2009-04-30]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-nationals-preview-2087.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Washington Nationals have played better since their disastrous start, but they're still entrenched in the NL East cellar. The St. Louis Cardinals, meanwhile, are enjoying the view atop the NL Central.The NL-best Cardinals have a chance to pad their ea]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals 5, Braves 3]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-5-braves-3.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Some of the St. Louis Cardinals' six hits in the fifth inning looked like ugly bloopers to the Atlanta Braves.They looked like another win to Adam Wainwright.The right-hander (3-0) overcame five walks and drove in a run during the four-run fifth, and St. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals top Braves, off to best start since '06]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-top-braves-off-to-best-start-since-06.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Adam Wainwright overcame five walks and drove in a run during a four-run fifth inning, and the St. Louis Cardinals beat the weak-hitting Atlanta Braves 5-3 on Wednesday night.The Cardinals won two of three in the series against the Braves, who have scored]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cards' Ryan leaves game with leg injury]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cards-ryan-leaves-game-with-leg-injury.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals shortstop Brendan Ryan left Wednesday night's game against the Atlanta Braves in the fifth inning because of tightness in his left hamstring.Ryan was injured while running to first base on a foul ball down the third base line. Ryan gra]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Montague sick, misses Cards-Braves game]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/montague-sick-misses-cards-braves-game.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Umpire Ed Montague was sick and missed Wednesday night's game between the Atlanta Braves and St. Louis Cardinals.Braves spokesman Brad Hainje said the report from the umpires was that Montague was "under the weather."Jerry Layne assumed Montague's schedul]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baseball 2009-04-29]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/baseball-2074.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[When; where: 7:10 p.m.; Turner Field]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[BRAVES 2, CARDS 1: Diaz's hit redeems Reyes' outing ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/braves-2-cards-1-diaz-s-hit-redeems-reyes-outing-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Braves pitcher Jo-Jo Reyes didn't get the win Tuesday night, but he deserved a whole lot of the credit.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[BRAVES 2, CARDINALS 1: Diaz's hit redeems Reyes' outing]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/braves-2-cardinals-1-diaz-s-hit-redeems-reyes-outing.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jo-Jo Reyes didn't get the win Tuesday night for theBraves, but he got a whole lot of the credit.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals-Braves Preview 2009-04-29]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-braves-preview-2077.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Chipper Jones likely won't get the chance to beat the St. Louis Cardinals on Wednesday night, so one of his teammates may again have to pick up the slack if the Atlanta Braves are going to take the finale of the three-game series at Turner Field.Without t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Braves 2, Cardinals 1]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/braves-2-cardinals-1.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[No matter how hard he tried, Matt Diaz couldn't get hit by ball three in his helmet, so he made certain the next pitch from Kyle McClellan hit his bat.Diaz drove in two runs with a bases-loaded single off McClellan in the eighth inning, rallying the Atlan]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Diaz's hit lifts Braves over Cardinals]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/diaz-s-hit-lifts-braves-over-cardinals.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Matt Diaz drove in two runs with a bases-loaded single off Kyle McClellan in the eighth inning, rallying the Atlanta Braves to a 2-1 win over the St. Louis Cardinals on Tuesday night.Kyle Lohse pitched six scoreless innings and left with a 1-0 lead, but h]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pitcher's winning streak reaches four as he relies on his sinking fastball]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/pitcher-s-winning-streak-reaches-four-as-he-relies-on-his-sinking-fastball.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ATLANTA - The last time Joel Pineiro won four consecutive starts occurred during the Seattle Mariners' Summer of '03, when Ryan Franklin shared a berth in the M's rotation.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-04-28]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-2081.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals committed a league-high 20 errors in their first 19 games -- five by new SS Khalil Greene -- but they generally overcame any defensive deficiencies by batting .299 for that period and leading the league in slugging percentage and on-base per]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-04-28]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-2082.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Joel Pineiro is about four months ahead of 2008. Pineiro didn't win his fourth game until early August last year and wound up 7-7, but he has the best record in the National League at 4-0 after beating Atlanta with the considerable help of three relievers]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cards' Pineiro prefers grounders, but Ks OK, too]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cards-pineiro-prefers-grounders-but-ks-ok-too.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Joel Pineiro was once one of baseball's most promising pitchers.Maybe there's still time to fulfill that potential.Pineiro won his fourth straight for St. Louis, equaling the best start of his career as the Cardinals held off the light-hitting Atlanta Bra]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[CARDINALS 3, BRAVES 2: Pujols held, but Cards deal a loss ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-3-braves-2-pujols-held-but-cards-deal-a-loss-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[WhenBraves first baseman Casey Kotchman out-hit St. Louis first baseman Albert Pujols on Monday night, theBraves had to figure it was their night.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals-Braves Preview 2009-04-28]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-braves-preview-2067.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Even though their ace is once again sidelined with an injury, some of baseball's sharpest starting pitching has sparked the St. Louis Cardinals to the best record in the majors.Kyle Lohse has been a big reason why.Despite a knee injury, the right-hander w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cards' Pineiro rides defense to beat Braves]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cards-pineiro-rides-defense-to-beat-braves.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Joel Pineiro is usually content just letting his defense make plays.He can get a strikeout when he needs it, too.Pineiro won again for St. Louis, equaling the best start of his career, and Rick Ankiel drove in a pair of runs as the Cardinals defeated the ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Soriano, Fukudome lead Cubs ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/soriano-fukudome-lead-cubs-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Great Alfonso Soriano Experiment ended after two games. Maybe it was just as well for theCubs.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nats Roundup: Minor Victories ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/nats-roundup-minor-victories-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 27, 2009 (Gothamist delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Redbirds fall to earth Cubs 10, Cardinals 3 ¿ Team ends home stand on a low note as Wellemeyer struggles, Cubs starter Rich Har]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/redbirds-fall-to-earth-cubs-10-cardinals-3-¿-team-ends-home-stand-on-a-low-note-as-wellemeyer-struggles-cubs-starter-rich-harden-shines-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Four batters into Sunday's game, pitcher Todd Wellemeyer had jeopardized theCardinals' chances of sweeping the Chicago Cubs, and each batter provided examples why there are recurring concerns four starts into his season.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Video tip got Cardinals' star back on track]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/video-tip-got-cardinals-star-back-on-track.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Stuck in a funk, Albert Pujols kept looking for a flaw. Videotape study detected the trouble: Last year's NL MVP was too eager at the plate.Pujols corrected the problem, as evidenced by his performance in the St. Louis Cardinals' latest homestand - 9-for-]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Harden halts Cubs' slide, pressures Pujols Cubs' starting pitcher throws close to Cardinals first baseman in response to a pitch]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/harden-halts-cubs-slide-pressures-pujols-cubs-starting-pitcher-throws-close-to-cardinals-first-baseman-in-response-to-a-pitch-by-wellemeyer-that-hits-a-chicago-teammate-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With his team having lost four straight games, Chicago Cubs righthander Rich Harden did what good, veteran big-league starters do. He stopped the losing streak, pitching six strong innings and striking out nine Sunday as the Cubs beat theCardinals 10-3 at]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[BRAVES REPORT: Arch-nemesis Pujols returns to Turner Field ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/braves-report-arch-nemesis-pujols-returns-to-turner-field-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cincinnati --- TheBraves might not have to deal with Barry Bonds again, but someone just as imposing will step into the batter's box the next three nights at Turner Field.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals-Braves Preview 2009-04-26]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-braves-preview-2058.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After having their nine-game home winning streak halted, the St. Louis Cardinals look for some improved play on the road.The NL Central leaders open a seven-game trip Monday night when they face the Atlanta Braves in the opener of a three-game series.The ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fukudome leads Cubs barrage on Cards pitching]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/fukudome-leads-cubs-barrage-on-cards-pitching.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Kosuke Fukudome didn't want a birthday celebration from his teammates. He had no trouble giving them a present, though.Fukudome hit a three-run homer and drove in a career-high five runs on his 32nd birthday, helping the Cubs end a four-game skid with a 1]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cards have a trio of All-Stars so far Pujols, Ludwick and Molina are off to best starts at their positions in the National Leagu]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cards-have-a-trio-of-all-stars-so-far-pujols-ludwick-and-molina-are-off-to-best-starts-at-their-positions-in-the-national-league-at-this-point-in-this-season-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Inasmuch as Busch Stadium, the site for the 2009 All-Star Game, was the only major-league venue to have any ballots available for three days last week, it would stand to reason that severalCardinals would be leading in the early returns. But there are thr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[HOT CORNER ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/hot-corner-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[WHO'S UP - Cito Slickers]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Like it or not, La Russa gets credit here It's early, but Cards manager does it again. ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/like-it-or-not-la-russa-gets-credit-here-it-s-early-but-cards-manager-does-it-again-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It's only April, not September, and Baseball's long expedition always exposes the counterfeit contenders.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs struggle with injuries quot]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cubs-struggle-with-injuries-quot.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Chicago Cubs, two-time National League Central Division champions, are down to 22 - and perhaps fewer - healthy players and they had a pitcher who was in Class A last year facing Albert Pujols with the bases loaded in the seventh inning Saturday. But ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs-Cardinals Preview 2009-04-26]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cubs-cardinals-preview-2064.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The St. Louis Cardinals didn't have a player reach 80 RBIs the last time they started off as strongly at home as they have this year. At his current pace, Albert Pujols may reach that mark by the All-Star break.With Pujols coming off a milestone game, the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ramirez, Marmol hurt in Cubs¿ loss ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/ramirez-marmol-hurt-in-cubs¿-loss-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The lineup changed, only the result stayed the same.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs-Cardinals Preview 2009-04-26]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cubs-cardinals-preview-2049.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The St. Louis Cardinals didn't have a player reach 80 RBIs the last time they started off as strongly at home as they have this year. At his current pace, Albert Pujols may reach that mark by the All-Star break.With Pujols coming off a milestone game, the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pujols powers Cards to 9th straight win]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/pujols-powers-cards-to-9th-straight-win.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Albert Pujols put everything he could into the pitch from Cubs rookie reliever David Patton, and the result was hardly a surprise.Pujols hit his second grand slam of the season and surpassed 1,000 career RBIs, sending St. Louis to an 8-2 victory over the ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wainwright has his best outing so far Cards starter pitches six shutout innings but gets no decision after departing in seventh.]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/wainwright-has-his-best-outing-so-far-cards-starter-pitches-six-shutout-innings-but-gets-no-decision-after-departing-in-seventh-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Despite hacking through what he called quot;the bird flu,quot; Adam Wainwright said he could have pitched all night.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Now, this one hurts]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/now-this-one-hurts.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[So much for the best-laid plans of mice and Lou Piniella.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-04-25]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-2053.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Cardinals, normally an excellent defensive team, committed two more errors to raise their season total to 17 in 17 games. But Tony La Russa also pointed out the Cardinals made several good defensive plays in Friday's game. "We're making a couple of ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-04-25]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-2054.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals won eight of their first 13 games, with a striking trend developing. Starting pitchers were 8-1 and relievers 0-4, although those in the latter group were used more than they should have been because the starters had more trouble pitching de]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-04-25]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-2055.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[First baseman Albert Pujols, who has had eight straight seasons of at least a .300 average, 30 home runs and 100 runs batted in, seems determined to add 30 stolen bases to that mix.  After singling with one out in the eighth against Chicago righty Carlos ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs-Cardinals Preview 2009-04-25]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cubs-cardinals-preview-2056.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With a victory Saturday, the St. Louis Cardinals can accomplish something they haven't done in three seasons - beat the Chicago Cubs in consecutive games.With the Cubs on a season-high skid and their top run producer as well as their best reliever possibl]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-04-25]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-2039.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2009 04:35:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Cardinals, normally an excellent defensive team, committed two more errors to raise their season total to 17 in 17 games. But Tony La Russa also pointed out the Cardinals made several good defensive plays in Friday's game. "We're making a couple of ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-04-25]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-2040.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2009 04:35:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals won eight of their first 13 games, with a striking trend developing. Starting pitchers were 8-1 and relievers 0-4, although those in the latter group were used more than they should have been because the starters had more trouble pitching de]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-04-25]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-2041.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2009 04:35:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[First baseman Albert Pujols, who has had eight straight seasons of at least a .300 average, 30 home runs and 100 runs batted in, seems determined to add 30 stolen bases to that mix.  After singling with one out in the eighth against Chicago righty Carlos ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs-Cardinals Preview 2009-04-25]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cubs-cardinals-preview-2042.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2009 04:35:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With a victory Saturday, the St. Louis Cardinals can accomplish something they haven't done in three seasons - beat the Chicago Cubs in consecutive games.With the Cubs on a season-high skid and their top run producer as well as their best reliever possibl]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ludwick's RBI single lifts Cards over Cubs]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/ludwick-s-rbi-single-lifts-cards-over-cubs.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2009 04:35:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Albert Pujols' legs can be just as dangerous as his booming bat. The Chicago Cubs learned that painful lesson.Pujols singled, stole his third base of the year and scored the go-ahead run on Ryan Ludwick's single in the eighth inning in the St. Louis Cardi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals' Lohse expects to make next start]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-lohse-expects-to-make-next-start.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2009 04:35:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cardinals pitcher Kyle Lohse anticipates making his next scheduled start, a day after jamming his right knee.An MRI exam Friday revealed swelling and fluid in the knee but no structural problems. Lohse is 3-0 with a 2.42 ERA in four starts.Lohse says he's]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Meeks to throw out first pitch at UK game ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/meeks-to-throw-out-first-pitch-at-uk-game-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2009 04:35:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 24, 2009 (Lexington Herald-Leader delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Report: Cards pitcher Lohse has clean MRI on knee]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/report-cards-pitcher-lohse-has-clean-mri-on-knee.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2009 04:35:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[An MRI on Cardinals pitcher Kyle Lohse revealed no structural damage to his right knee, the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reported Friday, citing a source close to the organization.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[START TO WORRY]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/start-to-worry.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2009 04:35:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cardinals12]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-04-24]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-2030.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Cardinals were nothing if not efficient offensively Thursday. They had nine hits in 15 at-bats with men in scoring position, raising their season average in those situations to .322. --The Cardinals hadn't swept the Mets in St. Louis since 2004. "It]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-04-24]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-2031.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals won eight of their first 13 games, with a striking trend developing. Starting pitchers were 8-1 and relievers 0-4, although those in the latter group were used more than they should have been because the starters had more trouble pitching de]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-04-24]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-2032.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After the Cardinals swept three games from the touted New York Mets, manager Tony La Russa wasn't making any guarantees, but he said, "The bottom line is that we're a tough club to play against -- because of the effort. And we've got better talent than mo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Post-Game: Cardinals 12 Mets 8 ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/post-game-cardinals-12-mets-8-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 23, 2009 (MetsBlog delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shakeup Works, Pitching Doesn't ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/shakeup-works-pitching-doesn-t-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 23, 2009 (Baseball Musings delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs-Cardinals Preview 2009-04-24]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cubs-cardinals-preview-2035.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Albert Pujols is again producing MVP-type numbers, but the St. Louis Cardinals' slugger was quiet last weekend against the Chicago Cubs.After bouncing back in his team's most recent series, Pujols will look for a better performance as the NL Central Divis]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals pitcher Lohse to have MRI on knee]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-pitcher-lohse-to-have-mri-on-knee.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals pitcher Kyle Lohse, who improved to 3-0 with a win Thursday over the New York Mets, will have an MRI on his right knee on Thursday night, according to the St. Louis Post-Dispatch.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals 12, Mets 8]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-12-mets-8.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Albert Pujols stroked line drives to all three fields. It was a bad omen for the New York Mets.Pujols homered twice and Kyle Lohse lasted just lone enough for another win after jamming his right knee as the St. Louis Cardinals completed a three-game sweep]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pujols powers Cards to sweep of Mets]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/pujols-powers-cards-to-sweep-of-mets.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Albert Pujols homered twice and Kyle Lohse hung on for another win as the St. Louis Cardinals beat the New York Mets 12-8 Thursday to complete a three-game sweep.Rick Ankiel homered and doubled twice and Skip Schumaker hit a pair of RBI doubles as the Car]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-04-23]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-2021.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Cardinals have won six straight games at home after losing two of their first three. But, at 10-5 overall, they are one game off their 11-4 start of last season. --RHP Blaine Boyer threw two bullpen sessions on his first two nights with the team. Bo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-04-23]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-2022.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals won eight of their first 13 games, with a striking trend developing. Starting pitchers were 8-1 and relievers 0-4, although those in the latter group were used more than they should have been because the starters had more trouble pitching de]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-04-23]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-2023.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Joel Pineiro won seven games all last season for the Cardinals. Armed with a renewed faith in his sinkerball, Pineiro is 3-0 after three starts this year. Pineiro didn't strike out any Mets on Wednesday, but he recorded 16 groundball outs among the 24 out]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals handle Mets behind Pujols, Pineiro]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-handle-mets-behind-pujols-pineiro.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Joel Pineiro's strikeout count is way down. His victory count is way up.Pineiro carried a six-hitter into the ninth without striking out a batter, inducing a deluge of groundball outs in the St. Louis Cardinals' 5-2 victory over the New York Mets on Wedne]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets-Cardinals Preview 2009-04-23]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/mets-cardinals-preview-2025.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The St. Louis Cardinals received some solid pitching early to help them climb atop the NL Central, but lately their offense is really starting to click.The New York Mets can hardly say the same about their lineup.The Cardinals will look for their first th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals' Pineiro dominates Mets without strikeout]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-pineiro-dominates-mets-without-strikeout.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Pounding his new favorite pitch, the sinker, Joel Pineiro dominated the New York Mets without a single strikeout.Pineiro carried a six-hitter into the ninth inning and Albert Pujols had two hits and two RBIs in the St. Louis Cardinals' 5-2 victory Wednesd]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pepsi Refresh Pre-Game: Mets @ Cardinals - Game Two ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/pepsi-refresh-pre-game-mets-cardinals-game-two-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 22, 2009 (MetsBlog delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gameday Live 14: Mets at Cardinals ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/gameday-live-14-mets-at-cardinals-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 22, 2009 (Newsday delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Note: Where are the Gangstas? ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/note-where-are-the-gangstas-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 22, 2009 (MetsBlog delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets-Cardinals Preview 2009-04-22]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/mets-cardinals-preview-2012.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With Chris Carpenter out again for an extended period, the St. Louis Cardinals have needed the remainder of their rotation to step up early in the season. Joel Pineiro has done that despite not being completely happy with his results the last time he took]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals 6, Mets 4]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-6-mets-4.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Ryan Franklin might be getting the hang of the closer role.Franklin, who had eight blown saves in 25 attempts last season, is perfect in three tries after pitching a scoreless ninth inning Tuesday night in the St. Louis Cardinals' 6-4 win over the New Yor]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ankiel, Cardinals rally to edge Mets]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/ankiel-cardinals-rally-to-edge-mets.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Rick Ankiel hit a go-ahead RBI double after Daniel Murphy misplayed Brendan Ryan's liner to left field for a triple, and the St. Louis Cardinals rallied from four runs down to beat the New York Mets 6-4 Tuesday night.Albert Pujols had a two-run double, An]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hendry visits I-Cubs]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/hendry-visits-i-cubs.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cubs general manager Jim Hendry was finishing up a visit to Des Moines, Iowa, on Monday, where he has been watching the organization?s Class AAA farm club.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[It Turns Out That Overextending A Bullpen is a Bad Thing ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/it-turns-out-that-overextending-a-bullpen-is-a-bad-thing-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 21, 2009 (Blogcritics.org delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[TIME TO END RYAN DISSIN' - CHURCH IS OWED BETTER ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/time-to-end-ryan-dissin-church-is-owed-better-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ST. LOUIS - Consider this a defense of Ryan Church.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Duncan maps out a plan for rotation's fifth starter Notebook ¿ The slot will rotate among several pitchers, with Boggs up next.]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/duncan-maps-out-a-plan-for-rotation-s-fifth-starter-notebook-¿-the-slot-will-rotate-among-several-pitchers-with-boggs-up-next-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Forced by injury and inclement weather to shuffle the rotation,Cardinals pitching coach Dave Duncan said the plan now is to have four starters stay on their regular turn. The fifth starter will be used only as needed.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[stltoday.com - SPORTS ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/stltoday-com-sports-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[birdland's best]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals trade for reliever Barton goes to Braves as Boyer joins a bullpen that remains a work in progress. ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-trade-for-reliever-barton-goes-to-braves-as-boyer-joins-a-bullpen-that-remains-a-work-in-progress-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TheCardinals may not have reopened camp but they certainly reopened competition within a still-vague bullpen Monday by acquiring relief pitcher Blaine Boyer from the Atlanta Braves for exiled former Rule 5 draftee Brian Barton.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Boyer gets fresh start with trade to St. Louis ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/boyer-gets-fresh-start-with-trade-to-st-louis-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Washington --- Two days after theBraves designated reliever Blaine Boyer for assignment, he got the fresh start theBraves thought he needed, though it required a trip to the airport.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-04-21]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-2004.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals won eight of their first 13 games, with a striking trend developing. Starting pitchers were 8-1 and relievers 0-4, although those in the latter group were used more than they should have been because the starters had more trouble pitching de]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-04-21]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-2005.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Center fielder Rick Ankiel, who hit 22 of his 25 homers in four months last year before he suffered an abdominal strain that finally ended his season, hasn't had nearly the start he had in 2008.  Ankiel, who hit five of his 25 homers and had his most at-b]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-04-21]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-2006.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Third-base coach Jose Oquendo was limping after being hit below the left knee by a foul off the bat of 1B Albert Pujols on Saturday. "It's the first time in 12 years," said Oquendo. "I didn't have anywhere to go."  --It was a rare three-game series for ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[No way. Really? Huh. ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/no-way-really-huh-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[In the "go-figure" department, this one didn?t.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ramirez blasts game-winner ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/ramirez-blasts-game-winner-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For the second straight game, aCubs hitter proved he had a short memory, which was a good thing.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs need Cotts to come out of funk ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cubs-need-cotts-to-come-out-of-funk-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Even though the St. Louis Cardinals were in the same boat,Cubs manager Lou Piniella looked at Sunday?s rainout as a break for his beleaguered bullpen.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals get Boyer from Braves for Barton]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-get-boyer-from-braves-for-barton.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The St. Louis Cardinals got help for a needy bullpen on Monday, acquiring right-hander Blaine Boyer from the Atlanta Braves for minor league outfielder Brian Barton.General manager John Mozeliak said the Cardinals would go with 13 pitchers for at least th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cards acquire P Boyer from Braves for Barton]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cards-acquire-p-boyer-from-braves-for-barton.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The St. Louis Cardinals added bullpen help, acquiring right-hander Blaine Boyer from the Atlanta Braves in exchange for minor league outfielder Brian Barton.The 27-year-old Boyer was designated for assignment on Saturday when the Braves recalled left-hand]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals-Cubs game postponed because of rain]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-cubs-game-postponed-because-of-rain.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The bullpens of the Chicago Cubs and St. Louis Cardinals got a much-needed break from the weather on Sunday night.Steady rain and an ugly forecast postponed the conclusion of their four-game series, which will be made up July 12 as part of a day-night dou]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs-Cardinals Rivalry in Full Swing ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cubs-cardinals-rivalry-in-full-swing-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 19, 2009 (AOL Weblogs delivered byNewstex) --by Matt Snyder  We haven't even completed two full weeks of the Major League Baseball season yet, but the (arguably) best rivalry in the National League is already giving us a taste of what an exciting rac]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[TOM HAUDRICOURT  Mariners find harmony ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/tom-haudricourt-mariners-find-harmony-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[New York - During his time as theMilwaukeeBrewers' scouting director, Jack Zduriencik didn't spend a lot of time in the clubhouse.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA['Carp' injury tests Cards' resolve The club is intent on persevering with the arms on hand, though that may change if performanc]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/-carp-injury-tests-cards-resolve-the-club-is-intent-on-persevering-with-the-arms-on-hand-though-that-may-change-if-performance-is-lacking-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[CHICAGO - As Chris Carpenter disappeared Tuesday night into the tunnel stretching from the visitors' dugout in Phoenix to theCardinals clubhouse, manager Tony La Russa wore the expression of a man stricken. He had seen this before. His look of disbelief s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NL has an outbreak of complete games Four occur in two days after league witnessed only 61 all of last season. ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/nl-has-an-outbreak-of-complete-games-four-occur-in-two-days-after-league-witnessed-only-61-all-of-last-season-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A stunning trifecta took place last Sunday in the National League, with three complete games being pitched on the same day, including one by theCardinals' Kyle Lohse, and then Pittsburgh's Zach Duke hurled a complete-game shutout the next day. Four comple]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals-Cubs Preview 2009-04-19]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-cubs-preview-2000.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Chicago Cubs haven't lacked for late drama against the rival St. Louis Cardinals, but that's because they've had trouble keeping the Cardinals' offense off the scoreboard.To take the four-game series, the Cubs will look for an anxiety-free outing from]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-04-19]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/-2001.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[??? How they scored]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs hit Cards with another crushing blow Cubs 7, Cardinals 5 ¿ Ramirez's homer in 11th is knockout punch. ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cubs-hit-cards-with-another-crushing-blow-cubs-7-cardinals-5-¿-ramirez-s-homer-in-11th-is-knockout-punch-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[CHICAGO - Ryan Franklin thought Saturday's 7-5, 11-inning loss to the Chicago Cubs "a coin flip."]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals-Cubs Preview 2009-04-19]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-cubs-preview-1988.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Chicago Cubs haven't lacked for late drama against the rival St. Louis Cardinals, but that's because they've had trouble keeping the Cardinals' offense off the scoreboard.To take the four-game series, the Cubs will look for an anxiety-free outing from]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs walk off on Ramirez's 2-run blast in 11th]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cubs-walk-off-on-ramirez-s-2-run-blast-in-11th.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[When the Chicago Cubs are in need of a big hit late in a game, Aramis Ramirez is the man they want at the plate.Ramirez was 0-for-5 before hitting a game-winning, two-run homer in the 11th inning to give the Cubs a 7-5 victory against the St. Louis Cardin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs top Cards on blast by Soriano Cubs 8, Cardinals 7 ¿ Slugger connects for two-run shot off Perez in the eighth. ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cubs-top-cards-on-blast-by-soriano-cubs-8-cardinals-7-¿-slugger-connects-for-two-run-shot-off-perez-in-the-eighth-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[CHICAGO - For seven innings Friday two young Cardinal pitchers made Chicago Cubs left fielder Alfonso Soriano look lost at the plate.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[No. 1 with a bullet]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/no-1-with-a-bullet.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The questions about Alfonso Soriano as a leadoff hitter may never die. All that matters to theCubs is that he is a hitter.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-04-18]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1992.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals blew two saves and suffered a bullpen loss in the first game of a seven-game, opening-week homestand, but the rest was much better, highlighted by a one-hitter worked by RHP Chris Carpenter and two relievers, a three-hit shutout by RHP Kyle ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-04-18]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1993.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[One of last year's trouble spots for the Cardinals is resurfacing. A bullpen which blew 31 saves and suffered 31 losses in 2008 has four blown saves and sustained three losses after Friday's 8-7 loss to the Chicago Cubs.  Rookie P. J. Walters labored thro]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-04-18]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1994.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--INF Brian Barden, dividing time between shortstop and third base, cracked his third homer this week, a solo drive off Cubs RHP Carlos Zambrano, to break a 5-5 tie in the sixth. Barden has displayed a good glove in the first two weeks of the season but h]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-04-18]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1979.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals blew two saves and suffered a bullpen loss in the first game of a seven-game, opening-week homestand, but the rest was much better, highlighted by a one-hitter worked by RHP Chris Carpenter and two relievers, a three-hit shutout by RHP Kyle ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-04-18]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1980.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[One of last year's trouble spots for the Cardinals is resurfacing. A bullpen which blew 31 saves and suffered 31 losses in 2008 has four blown saves and sustained three losses after Friday's 8-7 loss to the Chicago Cubs.  Rookie P. J. Walters labored thro]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-04-18]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1981.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--INF Brian Barden, dividing time between shortstop and third base, cracked his third homer this week, a solo drive off Cubs RHP Carlos Zambrano, to break a 5-5 tie in the sixth. Barden has displayed a good glove in the first two weeks of the season but h]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Afternoon Box Score: Cubs Trump Cards ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/afternoon-box-score-cubs-trump-cards-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 17, 2009 (Gothamist delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Strong Heart ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/strong-heart-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 17, 2009 (Baseball Musings delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals-Cubs Preview 2009-04-17]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-cubs-preview-1984.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Since signing with the Chicago Cubs, Alfonso Soriano has had a tendency of getting off to slow starts. That has not been the case in 2009.After lifting Chicago to a comeback win with a clutch home run his last time out, Soriano looks to lead the Cubs to t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs 8, Cardinals 7]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cubs-8-cardinals-7.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[All Alfonso Soriano needed to see was a pitch to his liking, and that's a pretty broad category.After striking out three times earlier Friday, Soriano golfed Chris Perez's low slider into the left-field bleachers for a two-run, eighth-inning homer to give]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Report: MRI confirms Carpenter has muscle tear]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/report-mri-confirms-carpenter-has-muscle-tear.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[An MRI on Thursday confirmed that St. Louis Cardinals pitcher Chris Carpenter has a torn left oblique muscle and he will miss four-eight weeks, according to the St. Louis Post-Dispatch.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Soriano's blast in 8th sends Cubs over Cards]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/soriano-s-blast-in-8th-sends-cubs-over-cards.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After striking out three times earlier in the game, Alfonso Soriano hit a two-run homer in the eighth inning Friday, rallying the Chicago Cubs to an 8-7 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals.It was the second game-winning homer in a week for Soriano, who s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-04-17]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1970.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Cardinals had three errors and a couple of other misplays Thursday, but there were no unearned runs. "Defensively, it wasn't our sharpest day," manager Tony La Russa said. --RHPs Kyle McClellan and Ryan Franklin held the Cubs hitless for the last th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-04-17]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1971.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals blew two saves and suffered a bullpen loss in the first game of a seven-game, opening-week homestand, but the rest was much better, highlighted by a one-hitter worked by RHP Chris Carpenter and two relievers, a three-hit shutout by RHP Kyle ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-04-17]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1972.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[In the last year or so, left fielder Chris Duncan has been a platoon player, has not played at all because of a herniated disk in his neck that required surgery, and is now playing every day. The left-handed-hitting Duncan made his fifth start against lef]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Week A Carpenter Rose From the Dead ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/the-week-a-carpenter-rose-from-the-dead-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 14, 2009 (Blogcritics.org delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs gearing up for big series ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cubs-gearing-up-for-big-series-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It may be a little early to start talking about showdowns, but the St. Louis Cardinals come to Wrigley Field today to open a four-game series. Next weekend, the teams meet at Busch Stadium.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals-Cubs Preview 2009-04-17]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-cubs-preview-1975.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Kyle Lohse joined the St. Louis Cardinals a little over a year ago hoping to add some depth to their rotation. He's instead become their most reliable pitcher.Coming off one of the best performances of his career, Lohse looks to open a season with three c]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals 7, Cubs 4]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-7-cubs-4.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Chris Duncan is back and better than ever - at the plate, anyway.Despite some adventuresome fielding, the St. Louis Cardinals are happy to have Duncan back in the lineup every day."When he's healthy, he's clutch," manager Tony La Russa said Thursday after]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Duncan keeps up hot start as Cards top Cubs]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/duncan-keeps-up-hot-start-as-cards-top-cubs.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Chris Duncan is back and better than ever - at the plate, anyway.Despite some adventuresome fielding, the St. Louis Cardinals are happy to have Duncan back in the lineup every day."When he's healthy, he's clutch," manager Tony La Russa said Thursday after]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ludwick is hoping to play daily Cardinals' manager has been rotating four outfielders into the three starting spots. ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/ludwick-is-hoping-to-play-daily-cardinals-manager-has-been-rotating-four-outfielders-into-the-three-starting-spots-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[PHOENIX - As he has done several times with players this season because of his constantly shifting lineup,Cardinals manager Tony La Russa pulled outfielder Ryan Ludwick aside to explain why he wouldn't start Tuesday.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals-Cubs Preview 2009-04-16]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-cubs-preview-1962.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The St. Louis Cardinals didn't let an injury to one of their top pitchers bring them down. Instead, they kept clicking offensively.The Cardinals will look to continue their hot hitting in Thursday's opener of a four-game road series against the rival Chic]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ludwick extends hit streak as Cards beat D-backs]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/ludwick-extends-hit-streak-as-cards-beat-d-backs.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Ryan Ludwick has picked up where he left off last year - on a tear.After ending the 2008 season on an 11-game hitting streak, the Cardinals outfielder has opened 2009 by hitting in his first seven games. Ludwick extended the streak with a two-run homer an]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cards' Carpenter placed on 15-day DL]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cards-carpenter-placed-on-15-day-dl.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The St. Louis Cardinals placed pitcher Chris Carpenter on the 15-day disabled list with a strained left ribcage on Wednesday and said he could be out four to eight weeks."If it's not bad, it's four (weeks)," manager Tony LaRussa said before the Cardinals ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ludwick wants to play daily Notebook ¿ Cardinals' manager has been rotating 4 outfielders into 3 starting spots. ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/ludwick-wants-to-play-daily-notebook-¿-cardinals-manager-has-been-rotating-4-outfielders-into-3-starting-spots-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[PHOENIX - As he has done several times with players this season because of his constantly shifting lineup,Cardinals manager Tony La Russa pulled outfielder Ryan Ludwick aside to explain why he wouldn't start Tuesday.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Carpenter is sidelined again Rib injury ¿ Cardinals ace apparently suffers a muscle strain while batting in the fourth inning. ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/carpenter-is-sidelined-again-rib-injury-¿-cardinals-ace-apparently-suffers-a-muscle-strain-while-batting-in-the-fourth-inning-diamondbacks-7-cardinals-6-10-innings-¿-cards-had-rallied-with-two-in-ninth-to-force-extra-innings-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[PHOENIX - Any buoyancy theCardinals felt from their superb start to the season deflated Tuesday when a familiar scene played out on the mound in the fourth inning.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-04-15]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1967.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RF Ryan Ludwick did not get into Tuesday's game despite his .409 average. Manager Tony La Russa had Ludwick on deck to pinch-hit in the ninth inning but pulled him back when 1B Albert Pujols tied the game with a single on an 0-2 count, loading the bases]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-04-15]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1968.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals blew two saves and suffered a bullpen loss in the first game of a seven-game, opening-week homestand, but the rest was much better, highlighted by a one-hitter worked by RHP Chris Carpenter and two relievers, a three-hit shutout by RHP Kyle ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-04-15]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1969.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals lost what manager Tony La Russa likes to call a "doubleheader" on Tuesday night. Not only did they fall 7-6 in 10 innings to the Diamondbacks, but they lost right-hander Chris Carpenter (again), this time when he a strained his left ribcage ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Byrnes' single in 10th lifts D'backs over Cards]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/byrnes-single-in-10th-lifts-d-backs-over-cards.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2009 04:35:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After blowing a late lead, the Arizona Diamondbacks needed a big hit.They got it from Eric Byrnes, whose 1-for-17 slump had brought boos from the Chase Field faithful.Byrnes turned the jeers to cheers by lining a two-out RBI single to give the Diamondback]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals-Diamondbacks Preview 2009-04-15]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-diamondbacks-preview-1954.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2009 04:35:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Early this season, the Arizona Diamondbacks have only been as good as their lineup.Without consistent hitting in consecutive games, they haven't been very good.A night after the Diamondbacks' bats emerged from a slump to help them end a three-game skid, t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals RHP Carpenter leaves early with injury]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-rhp-carpenter-leaves-early-with-injury.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2009 04:35:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[St. Louis pitcher Chris Carpenter appears headed for the disabled list after straining his left ribcage swinging the bat Tuesday night.Carpenter was injured grounding out to third base to end the top of the fourth. Carpenter went to the mound to warm up b]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Diamondbacks 7, Cardinals 6(10)]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/diamondbacks-7-cardinals-6-10-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2009 04:35:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mired in a 1-for-17 slump, Eric Byrnes heard it from the Chase Field crowd as he walked to the plate in the 10th inning.The jeers quickly turned to cheers when Byrnes, once a fan favorite, lined a two-out RBI single to give the Arizona Diamondbacks a 7-6 ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Carpenter injured as D-backs edge Cards in 10]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/carpenter-injured-as-d-backs-edge-cards-in-10.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2009 04:35:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Eric Byrnes broke out of a slump with a two-out RBI single in the 10th inning that gave the Arizona Diamondbacks a 7-6 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals on Tuesday night.Long after the Cardinals lost starting pitcher Chris Carpenter to a ribcage injury]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cooper could be first manager fired]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cooper-could-be-first-manager-fired.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2009 04:35:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Firing Cecil Cooper wouldn't be unreasonable, but it wouldn't turn the suspect Astros into contenders, Ken Rosenthal says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Astros again draw a blank in poor start Batters searching for a way to explain back-to-back shutouts astros: Moehler leaves earl]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/astros-again-draw-a-blank-in-poor-start-batters-searching-for-a-way-to-explain-back-to-back-shutouts-astros-moehler-leaves-early-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2009 04:35:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Astros update]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Astros produce whole lot of nothing Lohse throws 3-hit shutout as Cards cap sweep ASTROS: Lohse retires 24 in a row ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/astros-produce-whole-lot-of-nothing-lohse-throws-3-hit-shutout-as-cards-cap-sweep-astros-lohse-retires-24-in-a-row-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2009 04:35:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Astros update]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA['Such A Great Man']]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/-such-a-great-man-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2009 04:35:18 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The pain in Von Hayes' voice was evident Monday afternoon as he stood on the top step of the home dugout in Clipper Magazine Stadium and talked about the sudden death of his longtime friend Harry Kalas.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals-Diamondbacks Preview 2009-04-14]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-diamondbacks-preview-1944.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Chris Carpenter has already surpassed his innings total from two seasons ago, and is close to moving past last year's total.He will seek to follow up a spectacular 2009 debut with another strong performance as the St. Louis Cardinals try to push their win]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals 2, Diamondbacks 1]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-2-diamondbacks-1.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Brian Barden's locker smelled like a fraternity house on homecoming.That was fitting, because it felt like homecoming for the former Arizona Diamondbacks prospect.Barden's teammates doused him in beer to celebrate his first career homer - an eighth-inning]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Barden's homer lifts Cards over D-backs ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/barden-s-homer-lifts-cards-over-d-backs-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Brian Barden broke a tie with his first career home run, Albert Pujols also homered and the St. Louis Cardinals defeated the Arizona Diamondbacks 2-1 on Monday night for their fifth straight win.With the game tied 1-all in the eighth, the righty-swinging ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cards GM meets with Glaus about 'roid report]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cards-gm-meets-with-glaus-about-roid-report.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals general manager John Mozeliak met with Troy Glaus on Monday to discuss a report that the third baseman had told authorities he used steroids in 2003 and 2004 to help him recover from right shoulder injuries."I told him that, from St. L]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Astros see yet another HR clinic from Pujols Cards slugger goes deep twice, has seven RBIs ASTROS: Wright gives up four runs ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/astros-see-yet-another-hr-clinic-from-pujols-cards-slugger-goes-deep-twice-has-seven-rbis-astros-wright-gives-up-four-runs-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Astros update]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[CARDINALS 5 | ASTROS 3 Road to nowhere Astros can't deliver hits in timely fashion in losing series opener ASTROS: Hampton goes ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-5-|-astros-3-road-to-nowhere-astros-can-t-deliver-hits-in-timely-fashion-in-losing-series-opener-astros-hampton-goes-5-innings-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Astros update]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Duncan shines against lefthanded pitchers Uptat inim veliquam ilisit lametue dolorem er inisl do od dolore dolor iureet, cor sit]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/duncan-shines-against-lefthanded-pitchers-uptat-inim-veliquam-ilisit-lametue-dolorem-er-inisl-do-od-dolore-dolor-iureet-cor-sit-aute-dolenit-la-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[In the daily shuffle that wasCardinals manager Tony La Russa's outfield for the first week of the season, three of his four outfielders started five of the seven games and the other started six.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Monday's PROBABLE PITCHing matchup ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/monday-s-probable-pitching-matchup-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cardinals at Arizona]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lohse's triumph is complete Cardinals 3, Astros 0 ¿ Starter carries one-hitter into ninth, goes the distance in a three-hit win]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/lohse-s-triumph-is-complete-cardinals-3-astros-0-¿-starter-carries-one-hitter-into-ninth-goes-the-distance-in-a-three-hit-win-as-cards-sweep-a-home-series-vs-houston-for-first-time-since-2005-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cardinals manager Tony La Russa faced a brutal decision Sunday afternoon. He made it sound like no decision at all.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals-Diamondbacks Preview 2009-04-13]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-diamondbacks-preview-1935.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 04:35:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The St. Louis Cardinals got off to an excellent start in baseball's first week thanks to some outstanding starting pitching from four-fifths of their rotation.Todd Wellemeyer would love to make amends for the staff's one subpar effort.He'll get a chance t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cards shut out Astros behind Lohse's 3-hitter]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cards-shut-out-astros-behind-lohse-s-3-hitter.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 04:35:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The big contract Kyle Lohse got from the St. Louis Cardinals has not gone to his head.Lohse threw a career-best three-hitter, retiring 24 in a row after giving up a single on his first pitch, and St. Louis beat the Houston Astros 3-0 Sunday to complete a ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bring it on home ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/bring-it-on-home-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 04:35:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Include something St. Louis in your next vacation photo. TheCardinals are used often, so feel free to try something new.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Martinez still being monitored in hospital ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/martinez-still-being-monitored-in-hospital-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 04:35:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[SAN DIEGO Giants right-hander Joe Martinez remained in an intensive care unit Saturday as doctors continued to monitor the skull fractures and subdural hematoma he sustained when a line drive hit him on the forehead Thursday.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Breaking down the best and worst in baseball]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/breaking-down-the-best-and-worst-in-baseball.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 04:35:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Need to know who's the best player in the game? Joel Sherman talked to scouts and execs to get the inside scoop on that and more.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[It's hard to find words to describe Cards star Pujols has another remarkable day as he continues to win games. ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/it-s-hard-to-find-words-to-describe-cards-star-pujols-has-another-remarkable-day-as-he-continues-to-win-games-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 04:35:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[On Albert Pujols' first day in the big leagues, theCardinals opened the 2001 season at Coors Field in Denver. It was an uneventful game, with the Rockies winning 8-0. Pujols got the first hit of his career with a single to center in the top of the seventh]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[HOT CORNER ¿ by Derrick Goold ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/hot-corner-¿-by-derrick-goold-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 04:35:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[WHO'S UP - Royally pitched]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Piñeiro is strong as Birds win Cardinals 5, Astros 3 ¿ Redbirds' hurler gets things started before McClellan wraps it up ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/piñeiro-is-strong-as-birds-win-cardinals-5-astros-3-¿-redbirds-hurler-gets-things-started-before-mcclellan-wraps-it-up-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 04:35:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It was not so much thatCardinals righthander Joel Pi?eiro won just seven games last year. It was that he squandered a dozen other leads, in games that often became losses for a beleagured-enoughCardinals bullpen that had to work far too many innings when ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Astros-Cardinals Preview 2009-04-12]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/astros-cardinals-preview-1943.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 04:35:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Wandy Rodriguez isn't an ace in anybody's book, and even though he looked solid in his first outing this season he still has a way to go to become a front-of-the-rotation starter.What Rodriguez has provided the Houston Astros, however, is a way to contain]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Astros-Cardinals Preview 2009-04-12]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/astros-cardinals-preview-1926.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Wandy Rodriguez isn't an ace in anybody's book, and even though he looked solid in his first outing this season he still has a way to go to become a front-of-the-rotation starter.What Rodriguez has provided the Houston Astros, however, is a way to contain]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Giants pitcher has concussion ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/giants-pitcher-has-concussion-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[SAN DIEGO (AP) The San Francisco Giants are optimistic that pitcher Joe Martinez will recover relatively quickly from a concussion and three small fractures sustained when he was hit in the head by a line drive.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals 11, Astros 2]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-11-astros-2.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Albert Pujols put on quite a show Saturday.Pujols hit a grand slam and a three-run homer to match a career high with seven RBIs, leading the St. Louis Cardinals to an 11-2 victory over the Houston Astros."Literally, thank, whatever made it happen, that we]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pujols has seven RBIs; Cards blast Astros]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/pujols-has-seven-rbis-cards-blast-astros.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Albert Pujols hit a grand slam and a three-run homer to match a career high with seven RBIs, leading the St. Louis Cardinals to an 11-2 victory over the Houston Astros on Saturday.It was Pujols' 24th multihomer game and first since Aug. 16, 2008, against ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Looper's mettle sparkles  But he struggles with command ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/looper-s-mettle-sparkles-but-he-struggles-with-command-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Braden Looper was hoping for a more polished debut with theMilwaukeeBrewers.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Piñeiro is strong, Birds hang on Cardinals 5, Astros 3 ¿ Redbirds' hurler gets things started before McClellan wraps it up. ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/piñeiro-is-strong-birds-hang-on-cardinals-5-astros-3-¿-redbirds-hurler-gets-things-started-before-mcclellan-wraps-it-up-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It was not so much thatCardinals righthander Joel Pi?eiro won just seven games last year. It was that he squandered a dozen or so other leads, games that often became losses for a beleagured-enoughCardinals bullpen that had to work far too many innings wh]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Birds have NL's busiest early slate Notebook ¿ They're in a stretch in which they're scheduled for 34 games in 35 days. ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/birds-have-nl-s-busiest-early-slate-notebook-¿-they-re-in-a-stretch-in-which-they-re-scheduled-for-34-games-in-35-days-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[If the weather holds in the Midwest and East over the first five weeks of the season, theCardinals are scheduled to play more games than any other team in the National League - and two more games than each of their divisional competitors - in that span.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[HADDIX'S GHOST HOVERED OVER ST. LOUIS THURSDAY ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/haddix-s-ghost-hovered-over-st-louis-thursday-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[CINCINNATI -- Holy ghost of Harvey Haddix, imagine if thePirates were actually no-hit by St. Louis' Chris Carpenter and had won that game Thursday ...]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-04-11]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1934.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals made it through spring training with no significant pitching injuries other than the shoulder discomfort experienced by RHP Chris Perez, costing him two weeks of work and ultimately his spot on the roster. 3B Troy Glaus, who had arthroscopic]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-04-11]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1917.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals made it through spring training with no significant pitching injuries other than the shoulder discomfort experienced by RHP Chris Perez, costing him two weeks of work and ultimately his spot on the roster. 3B Troy Glaus, who had arthroscopic]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-04-11]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1918.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Albert Pujols scored from third on C Yadier Molina's one-hopper to Houston P Mike Hampton in the third inning Friday. Hampton, in throwing to first, did not check Pujols creeping down the line.  "He's an outstanding baserunner," La Russa said. "Somet]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-04-11]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1919.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals had three pitchers who won in double figures last year returning to their rotation this season: Kyle Lohse (15-6), Todd Wellemeyer (13-9) and Adam Wainwright (11-3). The other two pitchers they hoped would complete the rotation, Chris Carpen]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/major-league-baseball.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As the sounds of silence enveloped the clubhouse, Mike Matheny retrieved a watch from his locker.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Astros-Cardinals Preview 2009-04-11]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/astros-cardinals-preview-1921.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Roy Oswalt has been successful pitching against the St. Louis Cardinals at the new Busch Stadium. Adam Wainwright, meanwhile, has done the same versus Oswalt's Houston Astros no matter where he's pitched.In a matchup of opening-day starters, the Cardinals]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[How they scored: Cards 2, Bucs 1 ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/how-they-scored-cards-2-bucs-1-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Pirates third inning -- (Chris Carpenter pitching): Ramon Vazquez walked. With one out, Ross Ohlendorf bunted to first base, fielde's choice, Vazquez to second. Vazquez to third on throwing error by first baseman Albert Pujols. Nyjer Morgan grounded to fi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Carpenter, Cards clip Pirates ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/carpenter-cards-clip-pirates-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ST. LOUIS -- For a while Thursday afternoon, it seemed as if thePirates wouldn't need a hit to beat St. Louis.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Veal looks to show he belongs ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/veal-looks-to-show-he-belongs-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ST. LOUIS -- Three pitches into his big-league career,Pirates reliever Donnie Veal had an ERA of infinity.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals hang on for win over Astros]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-hang-on-for-win-over-astros.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cardinals reliever Kyle McClellan got up in the bullpen Friday night to throw what he thought would be a side session.A few minutes later he was called in to save a game.McClellan ended up getting the final two outs against the Houston Astros in relief of]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Carpenter takes no-hit bid to 7th inning ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/carpenter-takes-no-hit-bid-to-7th-inning-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cardinals 2, PIRATES 1 -- At St. Louis, Chris Carpenter took a no-hit bid into the seventh inning and combined with two relievers on a one-hitter.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tragedy overshadows game]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/tragedy-overshadows-game.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Tim Bogar didn't know Nick Adenhart well, but in July 2006 at PNC Park in Pittsburgh, Adenhart was on the roster of the US Futures team for which Bogar coached. So when he heard of Adenhart's death yesterday morning in a hit-and-run car crash in Fullerton]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-04-10]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1910.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Chris Carpenter beat the Pirates for the ninth straight time Thursday. He is 10-1 with a 2.06 ERA against them, walking 84 and striking out 18, with hitters averaging only .187 against him. --Albert Pujols set a record for Cardinals first basemen We]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-04-10]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1911.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals made it through spring training with no significant pitching injuries other than the shoulder discomfort experienced by RHP Chris Perez, costing him two weeks of work and ultimately his spot on the roster. 3B Troy Glaus, who had arthroscopic]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-04-10]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1912.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Chris Carpenter, who hadn't won a game for the Cardinals since the 2006 World Series, was better than anyone possibly could have dreamed Thursday. Carpenter, beset by elbow and shoulder problems the last two seasons -- he pitched in just five games -- thr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Carpenter, Cardinals edge past Bucs ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/carpenter-cardinals-edge-past-bucs-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ST. LOUIS ? Ramon Vazquez's single to center field with two outs in the seventh inning today broke up a no-hit bid against the Pirates bySt.LouisCardinals right-hander Chris Carpenter.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[How they scored ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/how-they-scored-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Pirates second inning ? (Todd Wellemeyer pitching) Brandon Moss singled to right field. Ramon Vazquez walked, Moss to second. Jack Wilson singled to center, Moss scored, Vazquez to second. With one out, Nyjer Morgan singled to center, Vazquez scored, Wils]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pirates' Duke starts on right foot with win ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/pirates-duke-starts-on-right-foot-with-win-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ST. LOUIS -- The Zach Duke of spring training was no mirage.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[LaRoche benched following fielding blunders ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/laroche-benched-following-fielding-blunders-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ST. LOUIS -- It is an awful feeling to make three errors in the first two games of the season. However, Pirates third baseman Andy LaRoche has been through even worse.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pirates-Cardinals Preview 2009-04-09]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/pirates-cardinals-preview-1899.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2009 04:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Pittsburgh Pirates hadn't won a season series in St. Louis this decade prior to taking five of nine meetings there in 2008.With another victory, they'll have a great head start toward doing it again.The Pirates will try to leave Busch Stadium with the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Duke recaptures rookie form as Bucs top Cards]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/duke-recaptures-rookie-form-as-bucs-top-cards.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2009 04:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Zach Duke looked like a rookie against the St. Louis Cardinals. That was more than fine by him.Still trying to recapture the touch that made him so good in his first season, Duke pitched into the seventh inning Wednesday night and led the Pittsburgh Pirat]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[National League ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/national-league-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2009 04:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Astros 3, Cubs 2 10 innings]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cox cable to televise KC games ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cox-cable-to-televise-kc-games-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2009 04:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[SPRINGDALE - Baseball fans in Northwest Arkansas won't have to drive to Kansas City, Mo., to see the unveiling of refurbished Kauffman Stadium on Friday. They'll be able to see it - plus the rest of the Royals' weekend series against the New York Yankees ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[The casual fan's scouting report ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/the-casual-fan-s-scouting-report-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2009 04:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Baseball season will get under way in San Antonio on Thursday, April 9, when the Missions host the Northwest Arkansas Naturals. Here's a rundown of what you need to know about the Missions.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baseball's top 100 highest-paid players ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/baseball-s-top-100-highest-paid-players-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2009 04:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The 2009 salaries for the top 100 highest-paid major league baseball players on opening day rosters and disabled lists.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[La Russa bats pitcher 8th first time]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/la-russa-bats-pitcher-8th-first-time.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2009 04:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For the first time this season, the St. Louis Cardinals had their pitcher batting eighth Wednesday night.Manager Tony La Russa used that unusual strategy on an everyday basis the last 1 1/2 seasons to get more runners on base for third-place hitter Albert]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[With season underway, big names still teamless]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/with-season-underway-big-names-still-teamless.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2009 04:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Can you pair these faces to the places they'll end up? Ken Rosenthal thinks the answers may not reveal themselves until July.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-04-08]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1907.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2009 04:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Cardinals' win on Tuesday ended a four-game losing streak against the Pirates. Last year, St. Louis beat Pittsburgh only seven times in 17 meetings. --The Cardinals and Pirates met in a season opener for the 32nd time, 27 of them in St. Louis, but M]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pirates-Cardinals Preview 2009-04-08]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/pirates-cardinals-preview-1891.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2009 04:35:29 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Each new baseball season has its share of surprising changes, but there's nothing surprising or new about Albert Pujols' success against the Pittsburgh Pirates.Pujols seeks a third straight strong performance Wednesday night when the St. Louis Cardinals c]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lohse goes 7 strong as Cards get first win]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/lohse-goes-7-strong-as-cards-get-first-win.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2009 04:35:29 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Kyle Lohse is sure glad he doesn't have to face Albert Pujols and the rest of the St. Louis Cardinals' stacked lineup.Pujols hit a two-run homer and reached base five times, Lohse pitched seven innings and the Cardinals beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 9-3 on ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Motte likely to get a 1-day break after blown save]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/motte-likely-to-get-a-1-day-break-after-blown-save.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2009 04:35:29 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Rookie reliever Jason Motte botched his first chance as the St. Louis Cardinals' closer. Because he threw so many pitches, it was likely he'd have to wait at least a day before getting another shot at making a better impression.Motte won a three-man compe]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-04-07]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1894.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2009 04:35:29 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Cardinals and Pirates met in a season opener for the 32nd time, 27 of them in St. Louis, but Monday marked was the first time the teams had opened the season together since 1983. --The Cardinals had a winning streak that carried over from last seaso]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-04-07]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1895.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2009 04:35:29 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals made it through spring training with no significant pitching injuries other than the shoulder discomfort experienced by RH reliever Chris Perez, costing him two weeks of work. 3B Troy Glaus, who had arthroscopic surgery on his right shoulder]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-04-07]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1896.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2009 04:35:29 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cardinals fans saw something on Monday they had witnessed all too often last year. After the bullpen blew 31 saves and suffered 31 losses last season, the Cardinals started 2009 by blowing two saves and taking on a bullpen loss in a 6-4 defeat to Pittsbur]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pirates-Cardinals Preview 2009-04-07]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/pirates-cardinals-preview-1897.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2009 04:35:29 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A surprisingly successful 2008 season helped revive Kyle Lohse's career enough to earn him a future with the St. Louis Cardinals.Lohse hopes to build off last season's success starting Tuesday night when he tries to help the Cardinals bounce back from a f]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[These players, teams need fast starts]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/these-players-teams-need-fast-starts.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2009 04:35:29 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[CC Sabathia was high on Dayn Perry's list of players who need to get off to a fast start. And that was before Monday's debacle.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-04-07]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1884.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Cardinals and Pirates met in a season opener for the 32nd time, 27 of them in St. Louis, but Monday marked was the first time the teams had opened the season together since 1983. --The Cardinals had a winning streak that carried over from last seaso]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-04-07]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1885.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals made it through spring training with no significant pitching injuries other than the shoulder discomfort experienced by RH reliever Chris Perez, costing him two weeks of work. 3B Troy Glaus, who had arthroscopic surgery on his right shoulder]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-04-07]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1886.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cardinals fans saw something on Monday they had witnessed all too often last year. After the bullpen blew 31 saves and suffered 31 losses last season, the Cardinals started 2009 by blowing two saves and taking on a bullpen loss in a 6-4 defeat to Pittsbur]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pirates-Cardinals Preview 2009-04-07]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/pirates-cardinals-preview-1887.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A surprisingly successful 2008 season helped revive Kyle Lohse's career enough to earn him a future with the St. Louis Cardinals.Lohse hopes to build off last season's success starting Tuesday night when he tries to help the Cardinals bounce back from a f]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pirates 6, Cardinals 4]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/pirates-6-cardinals-4.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jack Wilson waited until the Pittsburgh Pirates were down to their last strike before coming through.Wilson's three-run double on an 0-2 fastball capped a four-run ninth inning off hard-throwing Jason Motte, leading Pittsburgh to an opening 6-4 victory ov]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bucs stun Cards after rookie closer blows save]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/bucs-stun-cards-after-rookie-closer-blows-save.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jack Wilson gave the Pittsburgh Pirates a dramatic opening-day victory.With the Pirates down to their last strike, Wilson hit a three-run double to cap a four-run ninth inning off rookie closer Jason Motte, leading Pittsburgh over the St. Louis Cardinals ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pirates-Cardinals Preview 2009-04-05]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/pirates-cardinals-preview-1890.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Reigning NL MVP Albert Pujols did everything he could to carry the Cardinals last season, but with a patchwork pitching staff beset by injuries, St. Louis finished short of the postseason for the second straight year.They also missed the playoffs because ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[2009 St. Louis Cardinals Roster]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/2009-st-louis-cardinals-roster.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[No.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pirates-Cardinals Preview 2009-04-05]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/pirates-cardinals-preview-1878.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Reigning NL MVP Albert Pujols did everything he could to carry the Cardinals last season, but with a patchwork pitching staff beset by injuries, St. Louis finished short of the postseason for the second straight year.They also missed the playoffs because ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Here's what to expect in 2009]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/here-s-what-to-expect-in-2009.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[No one expected the Rays to reach the World Series last year. With that in mind, Joel Sherman tells you what to expect in 2009.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Managers on the hot seat]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/managers-on-the-hot-seat.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[New York isn't the only place where the pressure's on. Ken Rosenthal tells you which managers are on the hot seat this season.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-04-04]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1881.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--INF/OF Joe Mather, who entered spring training as the presumptive starter at third base, was optioned to Class AAA Memphis on April 2. A .227 spring average sealed his fate. The Cardinals bench will consist of C Jason LaRue, INFs Brendan Ryan, Brian Bar]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-04-04]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1882.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals made it through spring training with no significant pitching injuries other than the shoulder discomfort experienced by RH reliever Chris Perez, costing him two weeks of work. 3B Troy Glaus, who had arthroscopic surgery on his right shoulder]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-04-04]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1883.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals left spring training reasonably convinced that converted outfielder Skip Schumaker could handle second base after the club lost second basemen Felipe Lopez and Aaron Miles to free agency and divested itself of Adam Kennedy. The coaching staf]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ankiel, Greene homer to lead St. Louis to win]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/ankiel-greene-homer-to-lead-st-louis-to-win.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Rick Ankiel and Khalil Greene each hit a two-run homer and the St. Louis Cardinals beat the Triple-A Memphis Redbirds 7-3 on Saturday.Joel Pineiro allowed three runs, two earned, and three hits in seven innings for St. Louis. He only allowed one hit after]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-04-04]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1872.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--INF/OF Joe Mather, who entered spring training as the presumptive starter at third base, was optioned to Class AAA Memphis on April 2. A .227 spring average sealed his fate. The Cardinals bench will consist of C Jason LaRue, INFs Brendan Ryan, Brian Bar]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-04-04]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1873.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals made it through spring training with no significant pitching injuries other than the shoulder discomfort experienced by RH reliever Chris Perez, costing him two weeks of work. 3B Troy Glaus, who had arthroscopic surgery on his right shoulder]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-04-04]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1874.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals left spring training reasonably convinced that converted outfielder Skip Schumaker could handle second base after the club lost second basemen Felipe Lopez and Aaron Miles to free agency and divested itself of Adam Kennedy. The coaching staf]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Will the recession strike out baseball?]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/will-the-recession-strike-out-baseball-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[If one sport epitomizes the sense of hope and optimism that can lift a melancholy spirit, it is Baseball.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Predictions for the 2009 MLB season ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/predictions-for-the-2009-mlb-season-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-04-04]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1866.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals left spring training reasonably convinced that converted outfielder Skip Schumaker could handle second base after the club lost second basemen Felipe Lopez and Aaron Miles to free agency and divested itself of Adam Kennedy. The coaching staf]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-04-04]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1867.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--INF/OF Joe Mather, who entered spring training as the presumptive starter at third base, was optioned to Class AAA Memphis on April 2. A .227 spring average sealed his fate. The Cardinals bench will consist of C Jason LaRue, INFs Brendan Ryan, Brian Bar]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-04-04]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1868.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals made it through spring training with no significant pitching injuries other than the shoulder discomfort experienced by RH reliever Chris Perez, costing him two weeks of work. 3B Troy Glaus, who had arthroscopic surgery on his right shoulder]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pujols drives in 6 against Triple-A team]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/pujols-drives-in-6-against-triple-a-team.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Albert Pujols drove in six runs and Ryan Ludwick hit a two-run homer as the St. Louis Cardinals defeated the Triple-A Memphis Redbirds 13-1 on Friday night at AutoZone Park.Pujols, who was 3-for-5, launched a two-run homer onto the left-field bluff in the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Predictions for all 30 MLB teams]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/predictions-for-all-30-mlb-teams.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[You've waited five months for baseball to return. It's time to get serious. It's time for Ken Rosenthal's predictions for all 30 MLB teams.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-04-03]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1860.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals left spring training reasonably convinced that converted outfielder Skip Schumaker could handle second base after the club lost second basemen Felipe Lopez and Aaron Miles to free agency and divested itself of Adam Kennedy. The coaching staf]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-04-03]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1861.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--INF/OF Joe Mather, who entered spring training as the presumptive starter at third base, was optioned to Class AAA Memphis on April 2. A .227 spring average sealed his fate. The Cardinals bench will consist of C Jason LaRue, INFs Brendan Ryan, Brian Bar]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-04-03]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1862.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals made it through spring training with no significant pitching injuries other than the shoulder discomfort experienced by RH reliever Chris Perez, costing him two weeks of work. 3B Troy Glaus, who had arthroscopic surgery on his right shoulder]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals 6, Marlins 3]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-6-marlins-3.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Florida Marlins right-hander Josh Johnson finished his first healthy spring in three years with a strong start Thursday in a 6-3 loss to the St. Louis Cardinals.Johnson, who will start the second game of the season, allowed a run and five hits in four inn]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Helton showing signs of being an elite hitter again]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/helton-showing-signs-of-being-an-elite-hitter-again.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A bad back cost Todd Helton in more ways than one. Tracy Ringolsby says his re-emergence is one NL storyline worth watching.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-04-01]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/-1865.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[2009 St. Louis Cardinals ScheduleAll Times EDTApril 6 Pittsburgh, 4:15 p.m.April 7 Pittsburgh, 8:15 p.m.April 8 Pittsburgh, 8:15 p.m.April 9 Pittsburgh, 1:40 p.m.April 10 Houston, 8:15 p.m.April 11 Houston, 4:10 p.m.April 12 Houston, 2:15 p.m.April 13 at ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-04-02]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1853.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals left spring training reasonably convinced that converted outfielder Skip Schumaker could handle second base after the club lost second basemen Felipe Lopez and Aaron Miles to free agency and divested itself of Adam Kennedy. The coaching staf]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-04-02]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1854.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Chris Carpenter, who felt discomfort in his left calf while running on March 30, will skip his last scheduled spring start. He had been expected to pitch against Class AAA Memphis on April 3. According to manager Tony La Russa, Carpenter could have ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-04-02]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1855.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals made it through spring training with no significant pitching injuries other than the shoulder discomfort experienced by RH reliever Chris Perez, costing him two weeks of work. 3B Troy Glaus, who had arthroscopic surgery on his right shoulder]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets 5, Cardinals 2]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/mets-5-cardinals-2.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Johan Santana pitched three innings in his final tuneup for opening day, allowing a pair of solo homers during the New York Mets' 5-2 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals on Wednesday.The Mets limited Santana to 36 pitches in his final spring training sta]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals push back timetable for Glaus' return]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-push-back-timetable-for-glaus-return.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cardinals third baseman Troy Glaus is expected to miss at least two months following a setback in his rehabilitation from arthroscopic shoulder surgery in January.Glaus originally was expected to miss just a few weeks of the regular season. But St. Louis ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Glaus out at least 2 months after rehab setback]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/glaus-out-at-least-2-months-after-rehab-setback.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cardinals third baseman Troy Glaus is expected to miss at least two months following a setback in his rehabilitation from arthroscopic shoulder surgery in January.Glaus was originally expected to miss only a few weeks of the regular season. But on Wednesd]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-04-01]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/-1859.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[2009 St. Louis Cardinals ScheduleAll Times EDTApril 6 Pittsburgh, 4:15 p.m.April 7 Pittsburgh, 8:15 p.m.April 8 Pittsburgh, 8:15 p.m.April 9 Pittsburgh, 1:40 p.m.April 10 Houston, 8:15 p.m.April 11 Houston, 4:10 p.m.April 12 Houston, 2:15 p.m.April 13 at ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-04-01]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1845.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2009 04:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Chris Perez, who missed two weeks late in camp with a shoulder ailment, was optioned to Class AAA Memphis on March 30. Perez, the team's closer at the end of last season, allowed two runs in eight innings this spring. The move means RHP Jason Motte ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-04-01]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1846.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2009 04:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals made it through spring training with no significant pitching injuries other than the shoulder discomfort experienced by RH reliever Chris Perez, costing him two weeks of work. 3B Troy Glaus, who had arthroscopic surgery on his right shoulder]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-04-01]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1847.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2009 04:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals left spring training reasonably convinced that converted outfielder Skip Schumaker could handle second base after the club lost second basemen Felipe Lopez and Aaron Miles to free agency and divested itself of Adam Kennedy. The coaching staf]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals 7, Orioles 3]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-7-orioles-3.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2009 04:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Hayden Penn needed a solid outing on Tuesday to avoid losing ground in the race to win a spot in the back end of the Baltimore Orioles' rotation.Instead, he was soon out of the game. Out of a spot, too.Penn gave up six runs and eight hits in 3 2-3 innings]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Angels tried, but couldn't move fifth outfielder]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/sources-angels-tried-but-couldn-t-move-fifth-outfielder.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2009 04:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels owe their fifth OF $33 million. Naturally, they're trying to deal Gary Matthews Jr. But where? Ken Rosenthal tells you.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[These things will happen this season]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/these-things-will-happen-this-season.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2009 04:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Manny will be a pain. A-Rod won't come all the way back. Just a few of the things Ken Rosenthal says you can bank on in 2009.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-03-30]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/-1851.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2009 04:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[2009 St. Louis Cardinals ScheduleAll Times EDTApril 6 Pittsburgh, 4:15 p.m.April 7 Pittsburgh, 8:15 p.m.April 8 Pittsburgh, 8:15 p.m.April 9 Pittsburgh, 1:40 p.m.April 10 Houston, 8:15 p.m.April 11 Houston, 4:10 p.m.April 12 Houston, 2:15 p.m.April 13 at ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Analyzing the big decisions of spring]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/analyzing-the-big-decisions-of-spring.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2009 04:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[David Price got the last out of the ALCS. He also got sent down. Dayn Perry examines this and the other big decisions of spring.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Halos tried, but couldn't move fifth outfielder]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/sources-halos-tried-but-couldn-t-move-fifth-outfielder.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels owe their fifth OF $33 million. Naturally, they're trying to deal Gary Matthews Jr. But where? Ken Rosenthal tells you.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-03-30]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/-1839.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[2009 St. Louis Cardinals ScheduleAll Times EDTApril 6 Pittsburgh, 4:15 p.m.April 7 Pittsburgh, 8:15 p.m.April 8 Pittsburgh, 8:15 p.m.April 9 Pittsburgh, 1:40 p.m.April 10 Houston, 8:15 p.m.April 11 Houston, 4:10 p.m.April 12 Houston, 2:15 p.m.April 13 at ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals 2, Marlins 1]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-2-marlins-1.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The St. Louis Cardinals reassigned Chris Perez to the minor leagues following their 2-1 victory over the Florida Marlins on Monday, clearing the way for Jason Motte to get the bulk of the work as their closer.Perez, a first round pick in 2006, experienced]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rosenthal hands out the preseason hardware]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/rosenthal-hands-out-the-preseason-hardware.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Yovani Gallardo for NL Cy Young? Grady Sizemore for AL MVP? Ken Rosenthal has some stunners in his preseason predictions.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-03-29]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1842.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals left spring training reasonably convinced that converted outfielder Skip Schumaker could handle second base after the club lost second basemen Felipe Lopez and Aaron Miles to free agency and divested itself of Adam Kennedy. The coaching staf]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-03-29]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1843.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Adam Wainwright, though he walked four in 5 1/3 innings his next-to-last spring start, said he felt "pretty ready to rock," relative to his starting the season opener on April 6. Wainwright was happy he had regained control of his slider. --LHP Denn]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-03-29]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1844.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals made it through spring training with no significant pitching injuries other than the shoulder discomfort experienced by RH reliever Chris Perez, costing him two weeks of work. 3B Troy Glaus, who had arthroscopic surgery on his right shoulder]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Twins 5, Cardinals 3]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/twins-5-cardinals-3.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Kevin Slowey struck out Albert Pujols with the bases loaded, and the Minnesota Twins beat the St. Louis Cardinals 5-3 on Sunday.Slowey, who went 12-11 with 3.99 ERA in his first full season in the big leagues struck out five without walking a batter and g]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-03-29]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1835.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals left spring training reasonably convinced that converted outfielder Skip Schumaker could handle second base after the club lost second basemen Felipe Lopez and Aaron Miles to free agency and divested itself of Adam Kennedy. The coaching staf]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-03-29]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1836.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Adam Wainwright, though he walked four in 5 1/3 innings his next-to-last spring start, said he felt "pretty ready to rock," relative to his starting the season opener on April 6. Wainwright was happy he had regained control of his slider. --LHP Denn]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-03-29]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1837.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals made it through spring training with no significant pitching injuries other than the shoulder discomfort experienced by RH reliever Chris Perez, costing him two weeks of work. 3B Troy Glaus, who had arthroscopic surgery on his right shoulder]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-03-29]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1829.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2009 04:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals left spring training reasonably convinced that converted outfielder Skip Schumaker could handle second base after the club lost second basemen Felipe Lopez and Aaron Miles to free agency and divested itself of Adam Kennedy. The coaching staf]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-03-29]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1830.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2009 04:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Adam Wainwright, though he walked four in 5 1/3 innings his next-to-last spring start, said he felt "pretty ready to rock," relative to his starting the season opener on April 6. Wainwright was happy he had regained control of his slider. --LHP Denn]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-03-29]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1831.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2009 04:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals made it through spring training with no significant pitching injuries other than the shoulder discomfort experienced by RH reliever Chris Perez, costing him two weeks of work. 3B Troy Glaus, who had arthroscopic surgery on his right shoulder]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles 10, Cardinals 6]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/orioles-10-cardinals-6.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2009 04:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[David Freese, a leading candidate to be Troy Glaus' opening day replacement at third base, went 3-for-4 with a walk and two RBIs in St. Louis' 10-6 loss to Baltimore on Saturday.The Cardinals placed Glaus, who had offseason shoulder surgery, on the 15-day]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[History doesn't favor Rays repeat]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/history-doesn-t-favor-rays-repeat.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2009 04:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Bad news, Rays fans: That World Series glow might not last too long in Tampa Bay. Tracy Ringolsby explains why.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Red Sox 11, Cardinals 8(10)]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/red-sox-11-cardinals-8-10-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2009 04:35:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Red Sox Manager Terry Francona was upbeat about Josh Beckett's outing - never mind the ugly numbers.Beckett gave up four runs and six hits in six innings, and Chip Ambres hit a three-run homer with two outs in the 10th inning to give Boston an 11-8 victor]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-03-27]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1825.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2009 04:35:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The race for the Cardinals' closer job lost an entry for more than a week when hard-throwing right-hander Chris Perez was set back by shoulder issues. Perez was held out of two potential assignments and was reduced to playing catch. "It's something we're ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-03-27]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1826.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2009 04:35:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--CF Rick Ankiel, who had been homerless for the spring, hit home runs in back-to-back games on March 19-20 against the defending league champions, Tampa Bay and Philadelphia. --RF Ryan Ludwick, whose spring average had dipped to .150 with a 2-for-22 funk]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-03-27]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1827.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2009 04:35:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After re-signing RHP Kyle Lohse the day after the 2008 season, re-upping C Jason LaRue not long after that and trading for SS Khalil Greene, the Cardinals did little this offseason other than changing their quartet of left-handed relievers. They are prepa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-03-25]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/-1828.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2009 04:35:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[2009 St. Louis Cardinals ScheduleAll Times EDTApril 6 Pittsburgh, 4:15 p.m.April 7 Pittsburgh, 8:15 p.m.April 8 Pittsburgh, 8:15 p.m.April 9 Pittsburgh, 1:40 p.m.April 10 Houston, 8:15 p.m.April 11 Houston, 4:10 p.m.April 12 Houston, 2:15 p.m.April 13 at ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-03-27]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1818.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The race for the Cardinals' closer job lost an entry for more than a week when hard-throwing right-hander Chris Perez was set back by shoulder issues. Perez was held out of two potential assignments and was reduced to playing catch. "It's something we're ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-03-27]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1819.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--CF Rick Ankiel, who had been homerless for the spring, hit home runs in back-to-back games on March 19-20 against the defending league champions, Tampa Bay and Philadelphia. --RF Ryan Ludwick, whose spring average had dipped to .150 with a 2-for-22 funk]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-03-27]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1820.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After re-signing RHP Kyle Lohse the day after the 2008 season, re-upping C Jason LaRue not long after that and trading for SS Khalil Greene, the Cardinals did little this offseason other than changing their quartet of left-handed relievers. They are prepa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets 9, Cardinals 5]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/mets-9-cardinals-5.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[John Maine took another step toward being ready for the regular season, throwing 95 pitches in the New York Mets' 9-5 win over the St. Louis Cardinals on Thursday.Maine, who had a bone spur shaved in his right shoulder in September, gave up six hits and t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-03-25]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/-1822.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[2009 St. Louis Cardinals ScheduleAll Times EDTApril 6 Pittsburgh, 4:15 p.m.April 7 Pittsburgh, 8:15 p.m.April 8 Pittsburgh, 8:15 p.m.April 9 Pittsburgh, 1:40 p.m.April 10 Houston, 8:15 p.m.April 11 Houston, 4:10 p.m.April 12 Houston, 2:15 p.m.April 13 at ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Competitions won't end on April 6 2009-03-24]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/competitions-won-t-end-on-april-6-1823.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Obsessed with who'll be the Yanks' starting CF on April 6? Don't be. Ken Rosenthal says battles like this won't end on Opening Day.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-03-26]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1811.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2009 04:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The race for the Cardinals' closer job lost an entry for more than a week when hard-throwing right-hander Chris Perez was set back by shoulder issues. Perez was held out of two potential assignments and was reduced to playing catch. "It's something we're ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-03-26]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1812.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2009 04:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--CF Rick Ankiel, who had been homerless for the spring, hit home runs in back-to-back games on March 19-20 against the defending league champions, Tampa Bay and Philadelphia. --RF Ryan Ludwick, whose spring average had dipped to .150 with a 2-for-22 funk]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-03-26]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1813.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2009 04:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After re-signing RHP Kyle Lohse the day after the 2008 season, re-upping C Jason LaRue not long after that and trading for SS Khalil Greene, the Cardinals did little this offseason other than changing their quartet of left-handed relievers. They are prepa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Astros 4, Cardinals 3]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/astros-4-cardinals-3.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2009 04:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Dennys Reyes made his debut in a St. Louis Cardinals uniform Wednesday, pitching a scoreless inning of relief in a 4-3 loss to the Houston Astros.Reyes, who is with his 10th club after signing a two-year deal with the Cardinals earlier this month, showed ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-03-25]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/-1815.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2009 04:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[2009 St. Louis Cardinals ScheduleAll Times EDTApril 6 Pittsburgh, 4:15 p.m.April 7 Pittsburgh, 8:15 p.m.April 8 Pittsburgh, 8:15 p.m.April 9 Pittsburgh, 1:40 p.m.April 10 Houston, 8:15 p.m.April 11 Houston, 4:10 p.m.April 12 Houston, 2:15 p.m.April 13 at ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why your team will win the Series ... in one sentence]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/why-your-team-will-win-the-series-in-one-sentence.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2009 04:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[You want optimism, but don't have much time? Let Dayn Perry tell you how your team can win the World Series ... in one sentence.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Competitions won't end on April 6 2009-03-24]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/competitions-won-t-end-on-april-6-1817.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2009 04:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Obsessed with who'll be the Yanks' starting CF on April 6? Don't be. Ken Rosenthal says battles like this won't end on Opening Day.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-03-25]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1805.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2009 04:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--CF Rick Ankiel, who had been homerless for the spring, hit home runs in back-to-back games on March 19-20 against the defending league champions, Tampa Bay and Philadelphia. --RF Ryan Ludwick, whose spring average had dipped to .150 with a 2-for-22 funk]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-03-25]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1806.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2009 04:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After re-signing RHP Kyle Lohse the day after the 2008 season, re-upping C Jason LaRue not long after that and trading for SS Khalil Greene, the Cardinals did little this offseason other than changing their quartet of left-handed relievers. They are prepa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-03-25]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1807.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2009 04:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The race for the Cardinals' closer job lost an entry for more than a week when hard-throwing right-hander Chris Perez was set back by shoulder issues. Perez was held out of two potential assignments and was reduced to playing catch. "It's something we're ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Schumaker glad to have Oquendo back in Cards camp]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/schumaker-glad-to-have-oquendo-back-in-cards-camp.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2009 04:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[No one is happier to have Jose Oquendo back from the World Baseball Classic than St. Louis Cardinals outfieler-turned-second baseman Skip Schumaker.The Cardinals are giving Schumaker a crash course in becoming an infielder, hoping his bat will offset any ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Competitions won't end on April 6 2009-03-24]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/competitions-won-t-end-on-april-6-1809.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2009 04:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Obsessed with who'll be the Yanks' starting CF on April 6? Don't be. Ken Rosenthal says battles like this won't end on Opening Day.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-03-23]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/-1810.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2009 04:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Nationals sign Bard to minor league deal]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-03-24]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1799.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2009 04:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--CF Rick Ankiel, who had been homerless for the spring, hit home runs in back-to-back games on March 19-20 against the defending league champions, Tampa Bay and Philadelphia. --RF Ryan Ludwick, whose spring average had dipped to .150 with a 2-for-22 funk]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-03-24]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1800.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2009 04:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After re-signing RHP Kyle Lohse the day after the 2008 season, re-upping C Jason LaRue not long after that and trading for SS Khalil Greene, the Cardinals did little this offseason other than changing their quartet of left-handed relievers. They are prepa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-03-24]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1801.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2009 04:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The race for the Cardinals' closer job lost an entry for more than a week when hard-throwing right-hander Chris Perez was set back by shoulder issues. Perez was held out of two potential assignments and was reduced to playing catch. "It's something we're ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Competitions won't end on April 6]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/competitions-won-t-end-on-april-6.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2009 04:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Obsessed with who'll be the Yanks' starting CF on April 6? Don't be. Ken Rosenthal says battles like this won't end on Opening Day.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals 6, Nationals 3]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-6-nationals-3.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2009 04:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Chris Carpenter allowed his first two runs of spring, both unearned thanks to his error, and the St. Louis Cardinals beat the Washington Nationals 6-3 Monday"I thought he was good again," manager Tony La Russa said. "He had everything. Everything is worki]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-03-23]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/-1804.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2009 04:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Nationals sign Bard to minor league deal]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[U.S. won't win without taking WBC seriously]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/u-s-won-t-win-without-taking-wbc-seriously.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2009 04:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Third place? The U.S. should be ashamed.Maybe now American baseball will start taking the WBC seriously, Mark Kriegel says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-03-23]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/-1793.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2009 04:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Nationals sign Bard to minor league deal]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals 5, Orioles 4]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-5-orioles-4.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2009 04:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The St. Louis Cardinals are still looking for an opening-day third baseman, and David Freese is trying to take advantage of the opportunity.Freese was recalled from minor league camp Sunday and went 1-for-3 with a run in St. Louis' 5-4 victory over the Ba]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-03-21]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1795.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2009 04:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--CF Rick Ankiel, who had been homerless for the spring, hit home runs in back-to-back games on March 19-20 against the defending league champions, Tampa Bay and Philadelphia. --RF Ryan Ludwick, whose spring average had dipped to .150 with a 2-for-22 funk]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-03-21]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1796.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2009 04:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After re-signing RHP Kyle Lohse the day after the 2008 season, re-upping C Jason LaRue not long after that and trading for SS Khalil Greene, the Cardinals did little this offseason other than changing their quartet of left-handed relievers. They are prepa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-03-21]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1797.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2009 04:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The race for the Cardinals' closer job lost an entry for more than a week when hard-throwing right-hander Chris Perez was set back by shoulder issues. Perez was held out of two potential assignments and was reduced to playing catch. "It's something we're ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[TODAY'S TOP SPORTS BRIEFS  2009-03-22]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/today-s-top-sports-briefs--1798.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2009 04:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[LOCAL & STATE]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals 12, Nationals 11]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-12-nationals-11.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jordan Zimmermann wasn't going to dominate forever. Now the Washington Nationals will get to see how he rebounds from a bad start.The team's top pitching prospect gave up five runs and seven hits in two innings Saturday, and the St. Louis Cardinals held o]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-03-21]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1788.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--CF Rick Ankiel, who had been homerless for the spring, hit home runs in back-to-back games on March 19-20 against the defending league champions, Tampa Bay and Philadelphia. --RF Ryan Ludwick, whose spring average had dipped to .150 with a 2-for-22 funk]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-03-21]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1789.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After re-signing RHP Kyle Lohse the day after the 2008 season, re-upping C Jason LaRue not long after that and trading for SS Khalil Greene, the Cardinals did little this offseason other than changing their quartet of left-handed relievers. They are prepa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-03-21]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1790.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The race for the Cardinals' closer job lost an entry for more than a week when hard-throwing right-hander Chris Perez was set back by shoulder issues. Perez was held out of two potential assignments and was reduced to playing catch. "It's something we're ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-03-20]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/-1791.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[2009 St. Louis Cardinals ScheduleAll Times EDTApril 6 Pittsburgh, 4:15 p.m.April 7 Pittsburgh, 8:15 p.m.April 8 Pittsburgh, 8:15 p.m.April 9 Pittsburgh, 1:40 p.m.April 10 Houston, 8:15 p.m.April 11 Houston, 4:10 p.m.April 12 Houston, 2:15 p.m.April 13 at ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-03-21]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1782.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--CF Rick Ankiel, who had been homerless for the spring, hit home runs in back-to-back games on March 19-20 against the defending league champions, Tampa Bay and Philadelphia. --RF Ryan Ludwick, whose spring average had dipped to .150 with a 2-for-22 funk]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-03-21]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1783.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After re-signing RHP Kyle Lohse the day after the 2008 season, re-upping C Jason LaRue not long after that and trading for SS Khalil Greene, the Cardinals did little this offseason other than changing their quartet of left-handed relievers. They are prepa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-03-21]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1784.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The race for the Cardinals' closer job lost an entry for more than a week when hard-throwing right-hander Chris Perez was set back by shoulder issues. Perez was held out of two potential assignments and was reduced to playing catch. "It's something we're ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Phillies 2, Cardinals 2(10)]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/phillies-2-cardinals-2-10-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Chase Utley is getting ready to put his hip to the nine-inning test.Utley played into the sixth inning Friday on his surgically repaired hip and had two hits and scored a run as the Philadelphia Phillies and St. Louis Cardinals played to a 2-2 tie in 10 i]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-03-20]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/-1786.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[2009 St. Louis Cardinals ScheduleAll Times EDTApril 6 Pittsburgh, 4:15 p.m.April 7 Pittsburgh, 8:15 p.m.April 8 Pittsburgh, 8:15 p.m.April 9 Pittsburgh, 1:40 p.m.April 10 Houston, 8:15 p.m.April 11 Houston, 4:10 p.m.April 12 Houston, 2:15 p.m.April 13 at ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-03-20]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1777.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After re-signing RHP Kyle Lohse the day after the 2008 season, re-upping C Jason LaRue not long after that and trading for SS Khalil Greene, the Cardinals did little this offseason other than changing their quartet of left-handed relievers. They are prepa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-03-20]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1778.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Right-hander Chris Carpenter, rebounding from two years of arm problems and two surgeries, reeled off eight scoreless innings in his first three Grapefruit League outings, including four innings of two-hit ball against Boston. Cardinals pitching coach Dav]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-03-20]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1779.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--2B Skip Schumaker had a strong defensive game March 13, including his first successful double-play pivot, after being given a day off from his new position. He had committed four errors this spring. --After a slow start, Joe Mather, the third baseman un]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals 9, Rays 7]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-9-rays-7.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A shaky spring training outing didn't faze Scott Kazmir.Although Tampa Bay's All-Star left-hander gave up a three-run homer to Ryan Ludwick and a solo shot to Rick Ankiel during Thursday's 9-7 loss to the St. Louis Cardinals, he didn't view his latest sta]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Phillies 2, Cardinals 1 2009-03-16]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/phillies-2-cardinals-1-1781.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Chase Utley sees no reason why he won't be able to play for the Philadelphia Phillies on opening day.The All-Star second baseman went 0-for-2 in his first spring training game since offseason hip surgery and Philadelphia beat the St. Louis Cardinals 2-1 o]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-03-19]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1772.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Right-hander Chris Carpenter, rebounding from two years of arm problems and two surgeries, reeled off eight scoreless innings in his first three Grapefruit League outings, including four innings of two-hit ball against Boston. Cardinals pitching coach Dav]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-03-19]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1773.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--2B Skip Schumaker had a strong defensive game March 13, including his first successful double-play pivot, after being given a day off from his new position. He had committed four errors this spring. --After a slow start, Joe Mather, the third baseman un]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-03-19]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1774.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After re-signing RHP Kyle Lohse the day after the 2008 season, re-upping C Jason LaRue not long after that and trading for SS Khalil Greene, the Cardinals did little this offseason other than changing their quartet of left-handed relievers. They are prepa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals 3, Orioles 2]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-3-orioles-2.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With catcher Yadier Molina back, Chris Carpenter had his best outing of the spring.Molina returned from the World Baseball Classic and caught six scoreless innings from Carpenter in the St. Louis Cardinals' 3-2 win over the Baltimore Orioles on Wednesday.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Phillies 2, Cardinals 1 2009-03-16]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/phillies-2-cardinals-1-1776.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Chase Utley sees no reason why he won't be able to play for the Philadelphia Phillies on opening day.The All-Star second baseman went 0-for-2 in his first spring training game since offseason hip surgery and Philadelphia beat the St. Louis Cardinals 2-1 o]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-03-17]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1767.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Right-hander Chris Carpenter, rebounding from two years of arm problems and two surgeries, reeled off eight scoreless innings in his first three Grapefruit League outings, including four innings of two-hit ball against Boston. Cardinals pitching coach Dav]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-03-17]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1768.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--2B Skip Schumaker had a strong defensive game March 13, including his first successful double-play pivot, after being given a day off from his new position. He had committed four errors this spring. --After a slow start, Joe Mather, the third baseman un]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-03-17]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1769.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After re-signing RHP Kyle Lohse the day after the 2008 season, re-upping C Jason LaRue not long after that and trading for SS Khalil Greene, the Cardinals did little this offseason other than changing their quartet of left-handed relievers. They are prepa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Phillies 2, Cardinals 1 2009-03-16]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/phillies-2-cardinals-1-1770.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Chase Utley sees no reason why he won't be able to play for the Philadelphia Phillies on opening day.The All-Star second baseman went 0-for-2 in his first spring training game since offseason hip surgery and Philadelphia beat the St. Louis Cardinals 2-1 o]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals may need breaks to reach postseason]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-may-need-breaks-to-reach-postseason.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Don't hand the NL Central to the Cubs just yet. The Cardinals have the goods to make it a race all the way into September.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-03-17]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1761.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Right-hander Chris Carpenter, rebounding from two years of arm problems and two surgeries, reeled off eight scoreless innings in his first three Grapefruit League outings, including four innings of two-hit ball against Boston. Cardinals pitching coach Dav]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-03-17]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1762.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--2B Skip Schumaker had a strong defensive game March 13, including his first successful double-play pivot, after being given a day off from his new position. He had committed four errors this spring. --After a slow start, Joe Mather, the third baseman un]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-03-17]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1763.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After re-signing RHP Kyle Lohse the day after the 2008 season, re-upping C Jason LaRue not long after that and trading for SS Khalil Greene, the Cardinals did little this offseason other than changing their quartet of left-handed relievers. They are prepa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Competition on for Isringhausen's successor]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/competition-on-for-isringhausen-s-successor.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Tony La Russa could go with one of the hard-throwing kids: Chris Perez or Jason Motte.There's also Ryan Franklin, who had 17 saves in 25 chances last year when he took over from Jason Isringhausen.Maybe it'll be a mix of all three."I think we're all getti]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tigers 7, Cardinals 6]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/tigers-7-cardinals-6.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Zach Miner's bid for a spot in Detroit's rotation isn't going as well as he had hoped, and he's getting a little dejected."It's tough when you don't get results," Miner said Monday.The 27-year-old right-hander allowed four runs and five hits with three wa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Phillies 2, Cardinals 1 2009-03-16]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/phillies-2-cardinals-1-1766.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Chase Utley sees no reason why he won't be able to play for the Philadelphia Phillies on opening day.The All-Star second baseman went 0-for-2 in his first spring training game since offseason hip surgery and Philadelphia beat the St. Louis Cardinals 2-1 o]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Built-up Ludwick scuffling at plate for Cardinals]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/built-up-ludwick-scuffling-at-plate-for-cardinals.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[In January, Ryan Ludwick daydreamed aloud about hitting 50 home runs. Now, he'd settle for a few lousy singles.Coming off a breakout All-Star season, the St. Louis Cardinals' outfielder has endured a broken-down start to spring training. The results: "So ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Phillies 2, Cardinals 1 2009-03-16]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/phillies-2-cardinals-1-1757.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Chase Utley sees no reason why he won't be able to play for the Philadelphia Phillies on opening day.The All-Star second baseman went 0-for-2 in his first spring training game since offseason hip surgery and Philadelphia beat the St. Louis Cardinals 2-1 o]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-03-14]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1758.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Right-hander Chris Carpenter, rebounding from two years of arm problems and two surgeries, reeled off eight scoreless innings in his first three Grapefruit League outings, including four innings of two-hit ball against Boston. Cardinals pitching coach Dav]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-03-14]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1759.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--2B Skip Schumaker had a strong defensive game March 13, including his first successful double-play pivot, after being given a day off from his new position. He had committed four errors this spring. --After a slow start, Joe Mather, the third baseman un]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-03-14]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1760.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After re-signing RHP Kyle Lohse the day after the 2008 season, re-upping C Jason LaRue not long after that and trading for SS Khalil Greene, the Cardinals did little this offseason other than changing their quartet of left-handed relievers. They are prepa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals 2, Braves 1]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-2-braves-1.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Braves' big-ticket Japanese import scuffled for the first time, while the Cardinals' Adam Wainwright enjoyed his best outing by far.Kenshin Kawakami, signed to a three-year, $23 million deal in January, was disappointed after giving up seven h]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals, Carpenter are cautiously optimistic]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-carpenter-are-cautiously-optimistic.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The St. Louis Cardinals have learned to not get overly excited about Chris Carpenter.The Cardinals are 69-27 the last five seasons with their staff ace pitching. The 2005 NL Cy Young winner is 51-20 with a 3.11 ERA, and his .718 winning percentage is the ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-03-14]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1753.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Right-hander Chris Carpenter, rebounding from two years of arm problems and two surgeries, reeled off eight scoreless innings in his first three Grapefruit League outings, including four innings of two-hit ball against Boston. Cardinals pitching coach Dav]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-03-14]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1754.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--2B Skip Schumaker had a strong defensive game March 13, including his first successful double-play pivot, after being given a day off from his new position. He had committed four errors this spring. --After a slow start, Joe Mather, the third baseman un]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-03-14]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1755.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After re-signing RHP Kyle Lohse the day after the 2008 season, re-upping C Jason LaRue not long after that and trading for SS Khalil Greene, the Cardinals did little this offseason other than changing their quartet of left-handed relievers. They are prepa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals 3, Orioles 1]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-3-orioles-1.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Mar 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Joe Thurston started both ends of a two-city, day-night doubleheader. 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Schumaker did not have many hard plays early on but backed up on a couple of balls in one game, muffing one and whiffing on the other. "Pitchers expect those balls to be out]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-03-12]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1748.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Mar 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After re-signing RHP Kyle Lohse the day after the 2008 season, re-upping C Jason LaRue not long after that and trading for SS Khalil Greene, the Cardinals did little this offseason other than changing their quartet of left-handed relievers. They are prepa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-03-12]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1749.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Mar 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Joe Mather, who played mostly outfield in his rookie year in the major leagues, appears to have seized the third base job, albeit a temporary one, with veteran Troy Glaus recovering from right shoulder surgery in January. Mather, a former minor league inf]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[TODAY'S TOP SPORTS BRIEFS  2009-03-13]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/today-s-top-sports-briefs--1750.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Mar 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[LOCAL & STATE]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-03-12]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1738.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The conversion of OF Skip Schumaker to a second baseman has been a halting one. Schumaker did not have many hard plays early on but backed up on a couple of balls in one game, muffing one and whiffing on the other. "Pitchers expect those balls to be out]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-03-12]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1739.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After re-signing RHP Kyle Lohse the day after the 2008 season, re-upping C Jason LaRue not long after that and trading for SS Khalil Greene, the Cardinals did little this offseason other than changing their quartet of left-handed relievers. They are prepa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-03-12]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1740.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Joe Mather, who played mostly outfield in his rookie year in the major leagues, appears to have seized the third base job, albeit a temporary one, with veteran Troy Glaus recovering from right shoulder surgery in January. Mather, a former minor league inf]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals 4, Red Sox 2]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-4-red-sox-2.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Chris Carpenter's comeback remains solidly on track after four more scoreless innings. Boston ace Josh Beckett matched him pitch for pitch.The Cardinals' oft-injured ace shrugged off a triple by Josh Reddick on his second pitch of the game then allowed ju]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Decisions that must be made this spring]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/decisions-that-must-be-made-this-spring.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Make David Price a starter? Sign Pudge or Pedro? Spring training is about decisions and Tracy Ringolsby has found some critical ones.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[No excuse for Dominican performance in WBC 2009-03-11]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/no-excuse-for-dominican-performance-in-wbc-1743.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Netherlands stunned the Dominican Republic again and sent them packing. Ken Rosenthal says there's simply no excuse.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-03-12]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1731.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The conversion of OF Skip Schumaker to a second baseman has been a halting one. Schumaker did not have many hard plays early on but backed up on a couple of balls in one game, muffing one and whiffing on the other. "Pitchers expect those balls to be out]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-03-12]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1732.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After re-signing RHP Kyle Lohse the day after the 2008 season, re-upping C Jason LaRue not long after that and trading for SS Khalil Greene, the Cardinals did little this offseason other than changing their quartet of left-handed relievers. They are prepa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-03-12]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1733.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Joe Mather, who played mostly outfield in his rookie year in the major leagues, appears to have seized the third base job, albeit a temporary one, with veteran Troy Glaus recovering from right shoulder surgery in January. Mather, a former minor league inf]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals 8, Marlins 4]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-8-marlins-4.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Well into spring training, the St. Louis Cardinals' second base experiment is far from a success.Manager Tony La Russa said he's sticking with converted outfielder Skip Schumaker, who committed his fourth error Wednesday. But Schumaker will be the designa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[No excuse for Dominican performance in WBC 2009-03-11]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/no-excuse-for-dominican-performance-in-wbc-1735.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Netherlands stunned the Dominican Republic again and sent them packing. Ken Rosenthal says there's simply no excuse.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[TODAY'S TOP SPORTS BRIEFS ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/today-s-top-sports-briefs-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[NATIONAL FOOTBALL LEAGUE]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Snell is Puerto Rican in a special way 2009-03-10]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/snell-is-puerto-rican-in-a-special-way-1737.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Ian Snell isn't Puerto Rican, so why is he starting for Team Puerto Rico? Ken Rosenthal knows the very special reason.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-03-11]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1725.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The conversion of OF Skip Schumaker to a second baseman has been a halting one. Schumaker did not have many hard plays early on but backed up on a couple of balls in one game, muffing one and whiffing on the other. "Pitchers expect those balls to be out]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-03-11]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1726.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After re-signing RHP Kyle Lohse the day after the 2008 season, re-upping C Jason LaRue not long after that and trading for SS Khalil Greene, the Cardinals did little this offseason other than changing their quartet of left-handed relievers. They are prepa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-03-11]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1727.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Joe Mather, who played mostly outfield in his rookie year in the major leagues, appears to have seized the third base job, albeit a temporary one, with veteran Troy Glaus recovering from right shoulder surgery in January. Mather, a former minor league inf]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[No excuse for Dominican performance in WBC]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/no-excuse-for-dominican-performance-in-wbc.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Netherlands stunned the Dominican Republic again and sent them packing. Ken Rosenthal says there's simply no excuse.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals 5, Tigers 2]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-5-tigers-2.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Joe Mather appears increasingly likely to be the St. Louis Cardinals' opening-day starter at third base.Mather drew yet another start and went 1-for-3 Tuesday in the Cardinals' 5-2 victory over the Detroit Tigers.With Troy Glaus still coming back from sho]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Snell is Puerto Rican in a special way 2009-03-10]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/snell-is-puerto-rican-in-a-special-way-1730.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Ian Snell isn't Puerto Rican, so why is he starting for Team Puerto Rico? Ken Rosenthal knows the very special reason.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-03-10]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1721.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The conversion of OF Skip Schumaker to a second baseman has been a halting one. Schumaker did not have many hard plays early on but backed up on a couple of balls in one game, muffing one and whiffing on the other. "Pitchers expect those balls to be out]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-03-10]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1722.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After re-signing RHP Kyle Lohse the day after the 2008 season, re-upping C Jason LaRue not long after that and trading for SS Khalil Greene, the Cardinals did little this offseason other than changing their quartet of left-handed relievers. They are prepa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-03-10]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1723.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Joe Mather, who played mostly outfield in his rookie year in the major leagues, appears to have seized the third base job, albeit a temporary one, with veteran Troy Glaus recovering from right shoulder surgery in January. Mather, a former minor league inf]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Snell is Puerto Rican in a special way 2009-03-10]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/snell-is-puerto-rican-in-a-special-way-1724.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Ian Snell isn't Puerto Rican, so why he's starting for Team Puerto Rico? Ken Rosenthal knows the very special reason why.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Marlins 9, Cardinals 8]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/marlins-9-cardinals-8.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The St. Louis Cardinals played the field like Florida has all spring, while the Marlins finally played a game without booting a ball.Florida scored five unearned runs off six errors by St. Louis, Ricky Nolasco breezed through four innings and the Marlins ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Snell is Puerto Rican in a special way]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/snell-is-puerto-rican-in-a-special-way.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Ian Snell isn't Puerto Rican, so why he's starting for Team Puerto Rico? Ken Rosenthal knows the very special reason why.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-03-08]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1718.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Joe Mather, who played mostly outfield in his rookie year in the major leagues, appears to have seized the third base job, albeit a temporary one, with veteran Troy Glaus recovering from right shoulder surgery in January. Mather, a former minor league inf]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-03-08]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1719.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The conversion of OF Skip Schumaker to a second baseman has been a halting one. 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They are prepa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-03-08]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1712.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Joe Mather, who played mostly outfield in his rookie year in the major leagues, appears to have seized the third base job, albeit a temporary one, with veteran Troy Glaus recovering from right shoulder surgery in January. Mather, a former minor league inf]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-03-08]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1713.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The conversion of OF Skip Schumaker to a second baseman has been a halting one. Schumaker did not have many hard plays early on but backed up on a couple of balls in one game, muffing one and whiffing on the other. "Pitchers expect those balls to be out]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-03-08]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1714.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After re-signing RHP Kyle Lohse the day after the 2008 season, re-upping C Jason LaRue not long after that and trading for SS Khalil Greene, the Cardinals did little this offseason other than changing their quartet of left-handed relievers. They are prepa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals 5, Astros 1]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-5-astros-1.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Khalil Greene is fitting in quite nicely with the St. Louis Cardinals.Greene drove in two runs to lead St. Louis to a 5-1 victory over the Houston Astros on Saturday.The 29-year-old Greene hit just .213 with 10 home runs for San Diego last year, and struc]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-03-07]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1706.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Joe Mather, who played mostly outfield in his rookie year in the major leagues, appears to have seized the third base job, albeit a temporary one, with veteran Troy Glaus recovering from right shoulder surgery in January. Mather, a former minor league inf]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-03-07]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1707.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The conversion of OF Skip Schumaker to a second baseman has been a halting one. Schumaker did not have many hard plays early on but backed up on a couple of balls in one game, muffing one and whiffing on the other. "Pitchers expect those balls to be out]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-03-07]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1708.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After re-signing RHP Kyle Lohse the day after the 2008 season, re-upping C Jason LaRue not long after that and trading for SS Khalil Greene, the Cardinals did little this offseason other than changing their quartet of left-handed relievers. They are prepa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baker's list could produce a star ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/baker-s-list-could-produce-a-star-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[SARASOTA, Fla. - A large white board covers an entire wall inCincinnatiReds manager Dusty Baker's office and it lists all 63 players in camp.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets 5, Cardinals 4]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/mets-5-cardinals-4.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Chris Carpenter is healthy and making progress.Beset by arm injuries the past two seasons, Carpenter made his second start of the spring Friday and pitched out of trouble for two scoreless innings in the St. Louis Cardinals' 5-4 loss to the New York Mets.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[TAKE FIVE: TODAY'S TOP SPORTS BRIEFS  ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/take-five-today-s-top-sports-briefs-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[LOCAL & STATE]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[This could be the beginning of A-Rod's breakdown]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/this-could-be-the-beginning-of-a-rod-s-breakdown.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Forget about mental pressure, the Yanks have another type of A-Rod breakdown to sweat. It's time to worry, Ken Rosenthal says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-03-06]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1699.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Dennys Reyes became the latest left-handed reliever to join the Cardinals, as the free agent signed a two-year, $3 million deal. St. Louis has also added Charlie Manning, Trever Miller and Royce Ring since last season, giving the team plenty of choi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-03-06]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1700.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After re-signing RHP Kyle Lohse the day after the 2008 season, re-upping C Jason LaRue not long after that and trading for SS Khalil Greene, the Cardinals did little this offseason other than changing their quartet of left-handed relievers. They are prepa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-03-06]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1701.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals have decided to give outfielder Skip Schumaker a full-bore crack at winning the job at second base, where he is spending all his defensive time in Florida. Schumaker, working daily with coaches Jose Oquendo and Joe Pettini, is gradually beco]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Without A-Rod, Dominicans lose to Cardinals 4-1]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/without-a-rod-dominicans-lose-to-cardinals-4-1.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Minus Alex Rodriguez, the Dominican lineup was lacking.With the New York Yankees slugger was ruled out of the World Baseball Classic because of a hip problem, the Dominican Republic totaled only five hits in its final exhibition game and was beaten by the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reyes joins Cardinals]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/reyes-joins-cardinals.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Left-hander Dennys Reyes and the St. Louis Cardinals have agreed to $3 million, two-year contract.The 31-year-old, 32-32 with a 4.28 ERA, is joining his 10th team. He spent the last three seasons with Minnesota and was 3-0 with a 2.33 ERA in a career-high]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Under the Bleachers: Closing the case]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/under-the-bleachers-closing-the-case.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Welcome to Under the Bleachers, where the best MLB writers from Bleacher Report give their unique take on the latest action.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Cards in hunt for LHP reliever options]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/sources-cards-in-hunt-for-lhp-reliever-options.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[backup head: Cards close to breaking up LHP reliever logjam]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-03-05]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1692.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After re-signing RHP Kyle Lohse the day after the 2008 season, re-upping C Jason LaRue not long after that and trading for SS Khalil Greene, the Cardinals did little this offseason other than changing their trio of left-handed relievers. They are preparin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-03-05]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1693.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals have decided to give outfielder Skip Schumaker a full-bore crack at winning the job at second base, where he is spending all his defensive time in Florida. Schumaker, working daily with coaches Jose Oquendo and Joe Pettini, is gradually beco]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-03-05]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1694.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Cardinals had enough minor pitching injuries among some of their young hurlers that manager Tony La Russa briefly explored the possibility of borrowing a pitcher or two from Baltimore in an early exhibition game. That didn't fly, but general manager]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals offering more discount tickets]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-offering-more-discount-tickets.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The St. Louis Cardinals are putting single-game tickets on sale Friday, some at deep discounts reflecting the economic downturn.The Cardinals have exceeded 3 million in attendance 10 of the last 11 seasons, including all three years at new Busch Stadium. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cards looking elsewhere for LHP reliever options]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cards-looking-elsewhere-for-lhp-reliever-options.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[backup head: Cards close to breaking up LHP reliever logjam]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nobody looks good in this Manny saga 2009-03-04]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/nobody-looks-good-in-this-manny-saga-1697.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A deal with the Dodgers appears imminent for Manny. 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So why is Ken Rosenthal saying not everyone involved should feel happy?]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals 15, Mets 4]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-15-mets-4.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Forget opening day, Johan Santana's tender elbow might keep the Mets' ace from making his first start until the second series of the season.Santana has yet to pitch in a spring training game for New York, which lost 15-4 to the St. Louis Cardinals on Tues]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-03-04]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1689.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals have decided to give outfielder Skip Schumaker a full-bore crack at winning the job at second base, where he is spending all his defensive time in Florida. Schumaker, working daily with coaches Jose Oquendo and Joe Pettini, is gradually beco]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-03-04]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1690.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Cardinals had enough minor pitching injuries among some of their young hurlers that manager Tony La Russa briefly explored the possibility of borrowing a pitcher or two from Baltimore in an early exhibition game. That didn't fly, but general manager]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-03-04]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1691.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After re-signing RHP Kyle Lohse the day after the 2008 season, re-upping C Jason LaRue not long after that and trading for SS Khalil Greene, the Cardinals did little this offseason other than changing their trio of left-handed relievers. They are preparin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-03-03]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1683.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals have decided to give outfielder Skip Schumaker a full-bore crack at winning the job at second base, where he is spending all his defensive time in Florida. Schumaker, working daily with coaches Jose Oquendo and Joe Pettini, is gradually beco]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-03-03]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1684.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Cardinals had enough minor pitching injuries among some of their young hurlers that manager Tony La Russa briefly explored the possibility of borrowing a pitcher or two from Baltimore in an early exhibition game. That didn't fly, but general manager]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-03-03]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1685.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After re-signing RHP Kyle Lohse the day after the 2008 season, re-upping C Jason LaRue not long after that and trading for SS Khalil Greene, the Cardinals did little this offseason other than changing their trio of left-handed relievers. They are preparin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays 8, Cardinals 5]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/rays-8-cardinals-5.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Adam Wainwright expected to be a lot sharper in his first spring training appearance.Wainwright allowed three runs - two earned - on five hits and a walk in two innings of the St. Louis Cardinals' 8-5 loss to the Tampa Bay Rays on Monday.The right-hander ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals 14, Marlins 10]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-14-marlins-10.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jeremy Hermida is off to a nice start at the plate with the Florida Marlins. He still has some work to do in the field.Hermida homered for the second straight day but also misplayed a ball in left field in the Marlins' 14-10 loss to the St. Louis Cardinal]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-03-01]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1680.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals have decided to give outfielder Skip Schumaker a full-bore crack at winning the job at second base, where he is spending all his defensive time in Florida. Schumaker, working daily with coaches Jose Oquendo and Joe Pettini, is gradually beco]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-03-01]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1681.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Cardinals had enough minor pitching injuries among some of their young hurlers that manager Tony La Russa briefly explored the possibility of borrowing a pitcher or two from Baltimore in an early exhibition game. That didn't fly, but general manager]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-03-01]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1682.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After re-signing RHP Kyle Lohse the day after the 2008 season, re-upping C Jason LaRue not long after that and trading for SS Khalil Greene, the Cardinals did little this offseason other than changing their trio of left-handed relievers. They are preparin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-03-01]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1675.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals have decided to give outfielder Skip Schumaker a full-bore crack at winning the job at second base, where he is spending all his defensive time in Florida. Schumaker, working daily with coaches Jose Oquendo and Joe Pettini, is gradually beco]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-03-01]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1676.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Cardinals had enough minor pitching injuries among some of their young hurlers that manager Tony La Russa briefly explored the possibility of borrowing a pitcher or two from Baltimore in an early exhibition game. That didn't fly, but general manager]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-03-01]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1677.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After re-signing RHP Kyle Lohse the day after the 2008 season, re-upping C Jason LaRue not long after that and trading for SS Khalil Greene, the Cardinals did little this offseason other than changing their trio of left-handed relievers. They are preparin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Carpenter throws two hitless innings]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/carpenter-throws-two-hitless-innings.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Chris Carpenter's first spring outing was a breeze.Carpenter needed only 19 pitches to throw two hitless innings in the St. Louis Cardinals' 9-2 victory over the Washington Nationals on Saturday.It was Carpenter's first appearance in a game since Septembe]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals 9, Mets 8]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-9-mets-8.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Johan Santana was scratched from his second straight start by the New York Mets because of a sore left elbow.After Santana missed a scheduled "B" game appearance Friday against Italy's national team, the Mets said their ace would not take his turn Tuesday]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-02-27]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1671.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After re-signing RHP Kyle Lohse the day after the 2008 season, re-upping C Jason LaRue not long after that and trading for SS Khalil Greene, the Cardinals did little this offseason other than changing their trio of left-handed relievers. They are preparin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-02-27]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1672.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With Chris Carpenter, the longtime staff ace, proceeding smoothly as he tries to overcome his arm issues of the last two years, manager Tony La Russa has established his five-man rotation for spring training games: right-handers Carpenter, Adam Wainwright]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-02-27]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1673.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--INF Brendan Ryan will swing a bat no sooner than Feb. 27, as he is being slowed by right wrist tendinitis. Ryan is in the mix to win the regular second base job, and if healthy, he also could see action at third base while Troy Glaus rehabs from shoulde]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-02-24]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/-1674.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[2009 St. Louis Cardinals ScheduleAll Times EDTApril 6 Pittsburgh, 4:15 p.m.April 7 Pittsburgh, 8:15 p.m.April 8 Pittsburgh, 8:15 p.m.April 9 Pittsburgh, 1:40 p.m.April 10 Houston, 8:15 p.m.April 11 Houston, 4:10 p.m.April 12 Houston, 2:15 p.m.April 13 at ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-02-27]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1665.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After re-signing RHP Kyle Lohse the day after the 2008 season, re-upping C Jason LaRue not long after that and trading for SS Khalil Greene, the Cardinals did little this offseason other than changing their trio of left-handed relievers. They are preparin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-02-27]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1666.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With Chris Carpenter, the longtime staff ace, proceeding smoothly as he tries to overcome his arm issues of the last two years, manager Tony La Russa has established his five-man rotation for spring training games: right-handers Carpenter, Adam Wainwright]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-02-27]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1667.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--INF Brendan Ryan will swing a bat no sooner than Feb. 27, as he is being slowed by right wrist tendinitis. Ryan is in the mix to win the regular second base job, and if healthy, he also could see action at third base while Troy Glaus rehabs from shoulde]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles 11, Cardinals 3]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/orioles-11-cardinals-3.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As he prepared to face a major league batter for the first time in well over a year, Danys Baez had no idea what to expect from his reconstructed right elbow."Before the first pitch, there were too many feelings at the same time," Baez said. "You're alway]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-02-24]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/-1669.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[2009 St. Louis Cardinals ScheduleAll Times EDTApril 6 Pittsburgh, 4:15 p.m.April 7 Pittsburgh, 8:15 p.m.April 8 Pittsburgh, 8:15 p.m.April 9 Pittsburgh, 1:40 p.m.April 10 Houston, 8:15 p.m.April 11 Houston, 4:10 p.m.April 12 Houston, 2:15 p.m.April 13 at ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-02-26]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1658.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With Chris Carpenter, the longtime staff ace, proceeding smoothly as he tries to overcome his arm issues of the last two years, manager Tony La Russa has established his five-man rotation for spring training games: right-handers Carpenter, Adam Wainwright]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-02-26]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1659.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--INF Brendan Ryan will swing a bat no sooner than Feb. 27, as he is being slowed by right wrist tendinitis. 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Not so much.Hanley Ramirez embraced his move to the third spot in the order, hitting a two-run homer against the St. Louis Cardinals in the spring training opener for both teams Wednesday. But]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[GRAPEFRUIT LEAGUE PREVIEW ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/grapefruit-league-preview-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... ....]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets' past is as much a problem as the Phils]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/mets-past-is-as-much-a-problem-as-the-phils.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Phllies aren't the Mets' biggest enemy. Rather, it's a history of recent flops and failures is according to Joel Sherman.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-02-24]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/-1664.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[2009 St. Louis Cardinals ScheduleAll Times EDTApril 6 Pittsburgh, 4:15 p.m.April 7 Pittsburgh, 8:15 p.m.April 8 Pittsburgh, 8:15 p.m.April 9 Pittsburgh, 1:40 p.m.April 10 Houston, 8:15 p.m.April 11 Houston, 4:10 p.m.April 12 Houston, 2:15 p.m.April 13 at ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-02-24]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/-1654.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[2009 St. Louis Cardinals ScheduleAll Times EDTApril 6 Pittsburgh, 4:15 p.m.April 7 Pittsburgh, 8:15 p.m.April 8 Pittsburgh, 8:15 p.m.April 9 Pittsburgh, 1:40 p.m.April 10 Houston, 8:15 p.m.April 11 Houston, 4:10 p.m.April 12 Houston, 2:15 p.m.April 13 at ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-02-24]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1655.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With Chris Carpenter, the longtime staff ace, proceeding smoothly as he tries to overcome his arm issues of the last two years, manager Tony La Russa has established his five-man rotation for spring training games: right-handers Carpenter, Adam Wainwright]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-02-24]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1656.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--INF Brendan Ryan will swing a bat no sooner than Feb. 27, as he is being slowed by right wrist tendinitis. 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They are preparin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-02-24]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1650.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With Chris Carpenter, the longtime staff ace, proceeding smoothly as he tries to overcome his arm issues of the last two years, manager Tony La Russa has established his five-man rotation for spring training games: right-handers Carpenter, Adam Wainwright]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-02-24]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1651.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--INF Brendan Ryan will swing a bat no sooner than Feb. 27, as he is being slowed by right wrist tendinitis. 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They are preparin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tendinitis slowing Cardinals INF Brendan Ryan]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/tendinitis-slowing-cardinals-inf-brendan-ryan.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Brendan Ryan's pursuit of a starting job with the St. Louis Cardinals is being slowed by tendinitis in his right wrist.The 26-year-old infielder is among several players seeking the regular role at second base, but he could also see playing time this seas]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-02-21]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1646.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After re-signing RHP Kyle Lohse the day after the 2008 season, re-upping C Jason LaRue not long after that and trading for SS Khalil Greene, the Cardinals did little this offseason other than changing their trio of left-handed relievers. They are preparin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-02-21]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1647.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With Chris Carpenter, the longtime staff ace, proceeding smoothly as he tries to overcome his arm issues of the last two years, manager Tony La Russa has established his five-man rotation for spring training games: right-handers Carpenter, Adam Wainwright]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-02-21]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1648.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--CF Colby Rasmus, the top prospect in the system, might hit ninth for the Cardinals, behind the pitcher -- "if he's in the starting lineup," manager Tony La Russa said. It appears regardless of whether Skip Schumaker starts at center field or second base]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ludwick, Cardinals agree at $3.7 million 2009-02-17]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/ludwick-cardinals-agree-at-3-7-million-1649.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Ryan Ludwick and the St. Louis Cardinals agreed to a $3.7 million, one-year contract and avoided an arbitration hearing that was scheduled for Tuesday.The outfielder had asked for $4.25 million when exchanging proposed arbitration figures last month and t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[La Russa happy that Carpenter is back on the mound]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/la-russa-happy-that-carpenter-is-back-on-the-mound.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2009 04:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Chris Carpenter was on the mound Saturday morning, and that was enough for St. Louis Cardinals manager Tony La Russa.La Russa watched as the former Cy Young Award winner threw 30 pitches from behind a screen in a 10-minute session, his first time facing b]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-02-21]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1642.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2009 04:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After re-signing RHP Kyle Lohse the day after the 2008 season, re-upping C Jason LaRue not long after that and trading for SS Khalil Greene, the Cardinals did little this offseason other than changing their trio of left-handed relievers. They are preparin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-02-21]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1643.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2009 04:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With Chris Carpenter, the longtime staff ace, proceeding smoothly as he tries to overcome his arm issues of the last two years, manager Tony La Russa has established his five-man rotation for spring training games: right-handers Carpenter, Adam Wainwright]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-02-21]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1644.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2009 04:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--CF Colby Rasmus, the top prospect in the system, might hit ninth for the Cardinals, behind the pitcher -- "if he's in the starting lineup," manager Tony La Russa said. It appears regardless of whether Skip Schumaker starts at center field or second base]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ludwick, Cardinals agree at $3.7 million 2009-02-17]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/ludwick-cardinals-agree-at-3-7-million-1645.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2009 04:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Ryan Ludwick and the St. Louis Cardinals agreed to a $3.7 million, one-year contract and avoided an arbitration hearing that was scheduled for Tuesday.The outfielder had asked for $4.25 million when exchanging proposed arbitration figures last month and t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-02-21]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1637.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After re-signing RHP Kyle Lohse the day after the 2008 season, re-upping C Jason LaRue not long after that and trading for SS Khalil Greene, the Cardinals did little this offseason other than changing their trio of left-handed relievers. They are preparin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-02-21]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1638.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With Chris Carpenter, the longtime staff ace, proceeding smoothly as he tries to overcome his arm issues of the last two years, manager Tony La Russa has established his five-man rotation for spring training games: right-handers Carpenter, Adam Wainwright]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-02-21]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1639.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--CF Colby Rasmus, the top prospect in the system, might hit ninth for the Cardinals, behind the pitcher -- "if he's in the starting lineup," manager Tony La Russa said. It appears regardless of whether Skip Schumaker starts at center field or second base]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ludwick, Cardinals agree at $3.7 million 2009-02-17]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/ludwick-cardinals-agree-at-3-7-million-1640.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Ryan Ludwick and the St. Louis Cardinals agreed to a $3.7 million, one-year contract and avoided an arbitration hearing that was scheduled for Tuesday.The outfielder had asked for $4.25 million when exchanging proposed arbitration figures last month and t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-02-19]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1633.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After re-signing RHP Kyle Lohse the day after the 2008 season, re-upping C Jason LaRue not long after that and trading for SS Khalil Greene, the Cardinals did little this offseason other than changing their trio of left-handed relievers. They are preparin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-02-19]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1634.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Manager Tony La Russa didn't get the impact bat, veteran closer or starting pitching help he desired in the offseason, but he appeared to win at least one battle. Veteran Adam Kennedy, whom La Russa benched last season and the year before, will not be his]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-02-19]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1635.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Albert Pujols will not play in the World Baseball Classic due to insurance issues after October elbow surgery, even though he says he has fully recovered. Pujols played for the Dominican Republic in the 2006 tournament. --OF Ryan Ludwick avoided arbi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ludwick, Cardinals agree at $3.7 million 2009-02-17]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/ludwick-cardinals-agree-at-3-7-million-1636.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Ryan Ludwick and the St. Louis Cardinals agreed to a $3.7 million, one-year contract and avoided an arbitration hearing that was scheduled for Tuesday.The outfielder had asked for $4.25 million when exchanging proposed arbitration figures last month and t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-02-19]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1628.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After re-signing RHP Kyle Lohse the day after the 2008 season, re-upping C Jason LaRue not long after that and trading for SS Khalil Greene, the Cardinals did little this offseason other than changing their trio of left-handed relievers. They are preparin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-02-19]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1629.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Manager Tony La Russa didn't get the impact bat, veteran closer or starting pitching help he desired in the offseason, but he appeared to win at least one battle. Veteran Adam Kennedy, whom La Russa benched last season and the year before, will not be his]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-02-19]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1630.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Albert Pujols will not play in the World Baseball Classic due to insurance issues after October elbow surgery, even though he says he has fully recovered. Pujols played for the Dominican Republic in the 2006 tournament. --OF Ryan Ludwick avoided arbi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[2009 GRAPEFRUIT LEAGUE SCHEDULES ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/2009-grapefruit-league-schedules-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TAMPA BAY Rays]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ludwick, Cardinals agree at $3.7 million 2009-02-17]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/ludwick-cardinals-agree-at-3-7-million-1632.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Ryan Ludwick and the St. Louis Cardinals agreed to a $3.7 million, one-year contract and avoided an arbitration hearing that was scheduled for Tuesday.The outfielder had asked for $4.25 million when exchanging proposed arbitration figures last month and t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals' Glaus still recuperating from surgery]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-glaus-still-recuperating-from-surgery.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals third baseman Troy Glaus tried all winter to avoid surgery on his right shoulder and yet the pain would not disappear.So after rest, rehab, tests and injections, Glaus decided arthroscopic surgery was needed. He arrived at spring train]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-02-17]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1624.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After re-signing RHP Kyle Lohse the day after the 2008 season, re-upping C Jason LaRue not long after that and trading for SS Khalil Greene, the Cardinals did little this offseason other than changing their trio of left-handed relievers. They are preparin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-02-17]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1625.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Manager Tony La Russa didn't get the impact bat, veteran closer or starting pitching help he desired in the offseason, but he appeared to win at least one battle. Veteran Adam Kennedy, whom La Russa benched last season and the year before, will not be his]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-02-17]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1626.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Albert Pujols will not play in the World Baseball Classic due to insurance issues after October elbow surgery, even though he says he has fully recovered. Pujols played for the Dominican Republic in the 2006 tournament. --OF Ryan Ludwick avoided arbi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ludwick, Cardinals agree at $3.7 million 2009-02-17]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/ludwick-cardinals-agree-at-3-7-million-1627.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Ryan Ludwick and the St. Louis Cardinals agreed to a $3.7 million, one-year contract and avoided an arbitration hearing that was scheduled for Tuesday.The outfielder had asked for $4.25 million when exchanging proposed arbitration figures last month and t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-02-17]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1616.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After re-signing RHP Kyle Lohse the day after the 2008 season, re-upping C Jason LaRue not long after that and trading for SS Khalil Greene, the Cardinals did little this offseason other than changing their trio of left-handed relievers. They are preparin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-02-17]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1617.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Manager Tony La Russa didn't get the impact bat, veteran closer or starting pitching help he desired in the offseason, but he appeared to win at least one battle. Veteran Adam Kennedy, whom La Russa benched last season and the year before, will not be his]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-02-17]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1618.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Albert Pujols will not play in the World Baseball Classic due to insurance issues after October elbow surgery, even though he says he has fully recovered. 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Now, he's a key part of the St. Louis Cardinals' rotation and enters the season with the security of a new contract."I got lucky to come here, get into a good situation and lucky enough to sign that ext]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pujols will not play in World Baseball Classic]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/pujols-will-not-play-in-world-baseball-classic.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[St. Louis slugger Albert Pujols says he will not play for the Dominican Republic in the World Baseball Classic because of insurance issues.Pujols, who hit .357 with 37 home runs and 116 RBIs for the Cardinals, says he regrets not being able to represent h]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-02-14]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1612.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Manager Tony La Russa didn't get the impact bat, veteran closer or starting pitching help he desired in the offseason, but he appeared to win at least one battle. Veteran Adam Kennedy, whom La Russa benched last season and the year before, will not be his]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-02-14]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1613.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Cardinals, who haven't had an arbitration case since 1999, avoided one when they agreed with OF Rick Ankiel on a one-year, $2,825,000 contract. "I think there was a sense of relief on his part and on our part that we didn't need the hearing," genera]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-02-14]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1614.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After re-signing RHP Kyle Lohse the day after the 2008 season, re-upping C Jason LaRue not long after that and trading for SS Khalil Greene, the Cardinals did little this offseason other than changing their trio of left-handed relievers. They are preparin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cards, Ankiel come to terms on one-year deal 2009-02-12]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cards-ankiel-come-to-terms-on-one-year-deal-1615.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The St. Louis Cardinals and outfielder Rick Ankiel have avoided salary arbitration by agreeing to a one-year contract.Ankiel had sought $3.3 million while the Cardinals offered $2.35 million. The Cardinals did not reveal the terms of the deal Thursday, th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[La Russa supports zero tolerance on drugs]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/la-russa-supports-zero-tolerance-on-drugs.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals manager Tony La Russa said it over and over Saturday: Baseball has no place for performance-enhancing drugs."I would agree with those who've said, 'No if, ands or buts - zero tolerance,"' La Russa said as the Cardinals opened workouts.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-02-14]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1608.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Manager Tony La Russa didn't get the impact bat, veteran closer or starting pitching help he desired in the offseason, but he appeared to win at least one battle. Veteran Adam Kennedy, whom La Russa benched last season and the year before, will not be his]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-02-14]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1609.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Cardinals, who haven't had an arbitration case since 1999, avoided one when they agreed with OF Rick Ankiel on a one-year, $2,825,000 contract. 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They are preparin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cards, Ankiel come to terms on one-year deal 2009-02-12]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cards-ankiel-come-to-terms-on-one-year-deal-1611.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The St. Louis Cardinals and outfielder Rick Ankiel have avoided salary arbitration by agreeing to a one-year contract.Ankiel had sought $3.3 million while the Cardinals offered $2.35 million. The Cardinals did not reveal the terms of the deal Thursday, th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cards, Ankiel come to terms on one-year deal 2009-02-12]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cards-ankiel-come-to-terms-on-one-year-deal-1602.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The St. Louis Cardinals and outfielder Rick Ankiel have avoided salary arbitration by agreeing to a one-year contract.Ankiel had sought $3.3 million while the Cardinals offered $2.35 million. The Cardinals did not reveal the terms of the deal Thursday, th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-02-12]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1603.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals' strength is outfield depth, which would be further accentuated if 22-year-old center fielder Colby Rasmus is deemed ready for prime time and if Chris Duncan and Rick Ankiel have recovered fully from injuries. The club also seems fortunate t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-02-12]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1604.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--2B Adam Kennedy was -- surprisingly -- waived by the Cardinals, who now have no clear-cut second baseman with spring training looming. 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They are preparin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hot Stove update: Relief is in sight 2009-02-11]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/hot-stove-update-relief-is-in-sight-1606.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2009 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Left-handed relievers generally sign quickly in free agency, and the pattern seemed likely to continue in mid-November when the Yankees struck a quick deal with Damaso Marte and the Giants did the same with Jeremy Affeldt.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals have holes to fill entering spring drill]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-have-holes-to-fill-entering-spring-drill.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Oft-injured ace Chris Carpenter used to be the St. Louis Cardinals' top concern heading into spring training.Now, to borrow one of manager Tony La Russa's pet phrases, it's tied for first. Following Troy Glaus' unexpected shoulder surgery in mid-January a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals, Ankiel settle at midpoint, avoid arbo]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-ankiel-settle-at-midpoint-avoid-arbo.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Outfielder Rick Ankiel and the St. Louis Cardinals agreed to a one-year contract worth $2,825,000 Thursday, avoiding arbitration.The agreement was at the midpoint between the $3.3 million Ankiel asked for when the sides exchanged figures last month and th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cards, Ankiel come to terms on one-year deal]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cards-ankiel-come-to-terms-on-one-year-deal.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The St. Louis Cardinals and outfielder Rick Ankiel have avoided salary arbitration by agreeing to a one-year contract.Ankiel had sought $3.3 million while the Cardinals offered $2.35 million. 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"We have exhausted all trade possibilities for Adam, and have decided that it was within both the club and the player']]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-02-12]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1600.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After re-signing RHP Kyle Lohse the day after the 2008 season, re-upping C Jason LaRue not long after that and trading for SS Khalil Greene, the Cardinals did little this offseason other than changing their trio of left-handed relievers. They are preparin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hot Stove update: Relief is in sight 2009-02-11]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/hot-stove-update-relief-is-in-sight-1601.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Left-handed relievers generally sign quickly in free agency, and the pattern seemed likely to continue in mid-November when the Yankees struck a quick deal with Damaso Marte and the Giants did the same with Jeremy Affeldt.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-02-12]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1590.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals' strength is outfield depth, which would be further accentuated if 22-year-old center fielder Colby Rasmus is deemed ready for prime time and if Chris Duncan and Rick Ankiel have recovered fully from injuries. The club also seems fortunate t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-02-12]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1591.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--2B Adam Kennedy was -- surprisingly -- waived by the Cardinals, who now have no clear-cut second baseman with spring training looming. "We have exhausted all trade possibilities for Adam, and have decided that it was within both the club and the player']]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-02-12]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1592.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After re-signing RHP Kyle Lohse the day after the 2008 season, re-upping C Jason LaRue not long after that and trading for SS Khalil Greene, the Cardinals did little this offseason other than changing their trio of left-handed relievers. They are preparin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hot Stove update: Relief is in sight]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/hot-stove-update-relief-is-in-sight.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Left-handed relievers generally sign quickly in free agency, and the pattern seemed likely to continue in mid-November when the Yankees struck a quick deal with Damaso Marte and the Giants did the same with Jeremy Affeldt.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[BREWERS  Looper agrees to one-year deal ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/brewers-looper-agrees-to-one-year-deal-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Unsure what the shopping list might look like down the road, theMilwaukeeBrewers moved in to scoop up the best remaining arm on the free-agent market Monday.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-02-09]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1586.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After re-signing RHP Kyle Lohse the day after the 2008 season, re-upping C Jason LaRue not long after that and trading for SS Khalil Greene, the Cardinals did little this offseason other than changing their trio of left-handed relievers. They are preparin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-02-09]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1587.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals' strength is outfield depth, which would be further accentuated if 22-year-old center fielder Colby Rasmus is deemed ready for prime time and if Chris Duncan and Rick Ankiel have recovered fully from injuries. The club also seems fortunate t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-02-09]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1588.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--2B Adam Kennedy was -- surprisingly -- waived by the Cardinals, who now have no clear-cut second baseman with spring training looming. "We have exhausted all trade possibilities for Adam, and have decided that it was within both the club and the player']]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[In surprise move, Cardinals waive Kennedy 2009-02-09]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/in-surprise-move-cardinals-waive-kennedy-1589.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The St. Louis Cardinals have released Adam Kennedy, leaving the second base job up for grabs with just a week to go before spring training.The Cardinals made the surprise announcement on Monday. The team requested waivers on Kennedy that will expire on We]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-02-09]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1580.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After re-signing RHP Kyle Lohse the day after the 2008 season, re-upping C Jason LaRue not long after that and trading for SS Khalil Greene, the Cardinals did little this offseason other than changing their trio of left-handed relievers. They are preparin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-02-09]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1581.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals' strength is outfield depth, which would be further accentuated if 22-year-old center fielder Colby Rasmus is deemed ready for prime time and if Chris Duncan and Rick Ankiel have recovered fully from injuries. The club also seems fortunate t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-02-09]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1582.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--2B Adam Kennedy was -- surprisingly -- waived by the Cardinals, who now have no clear-cut second baseman with spring training looming. 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The team requested waivers on Kennedy that will expire on We]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[SPRING TRAINING  NL Central ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/spring-training-nl-central-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[CHICAGO Cubs (Mesa, Ariz.)]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-02-07]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1576.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals' strength is outfield depth, which would be further accentuated if 22-year-old center fielder Colby Rasmus is deemed ready for prime time and if Chris Duncan and Rick Ankiel have recovered fully from injuries. The club also seems fortunate t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-02-07]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1577.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Skip Schumaker, who signed as a shortstop in 2001, said he would bring an infielder's glove with him to camp. 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They are preparin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-02-05]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/-1579.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[2009 St. Louis Cardinals ScheduleAll Times EDTApril 6 Pittsburgh, 4:15 p.m.April 7 Pittsburgh, 8:15 p.m.April 8 Pittsburgh, 8:15 p.m.April 9 Pittsburgh, 1:40 p.m.April 10 Houston, 8:15 p.m.April 11 Houston, 4:10 p.m.April 12 Houston, 2:15 p.m.April 13 at ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-02-07]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1571.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Feb 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals' strength is outfield depth, which would be further accentuated if 22-year-old center fielder Colby Rasmus is deemed ready for prime time and if Chris Duncan and Rick Ankiel have recovered fully from injuries. The club also seems fortunate t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-02-07]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1572.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Feb 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Skip Schumaker, who signed as a shortstop in 2001, said he would bring an infielder's glove with him to camp. 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Fans who purchase]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-02-05]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1569.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Cardinals had five relievers who became free agents after the season and one finally signed with another team. Forty-year-old RHP Russ Springer, who had a 2.32 ERA last season, signed with Oakland. RHP Jason Isringhausen and LHPs Randy Flores, Ron V]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-02-05]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1570.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals exceeded the expectations of most by winning 86 games but they fell short in the second half when their depth was not sufficient to overcome the loss of OF Rick Ankiel (lower abdominal strain) and C Yadier Molina (bruised left thigh) and the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-02-05]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/-1561.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[2009 St. Louis Cardinals ScheduleAll Times EDTApril 6 Pittsburgh, 4:15 p.m.April 7 Pittsburgh, 8:15 p.m.April 8 Pittsburgh, 8:15 p.m.April 9 Pittsburgh, 1:40 p.m.April 10 Houston, 8:15 p.m.April 11 Houston, 4:10 p.m.April 12 Houston, 2:15 p.m.April 13 at ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[CARDS, RAYS GIVE HOPE TO SEATTLE ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cards-rays-give-hope-to-seattle-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[IF KURT WARNER were half the tackler that he was a thrower, we'd still be washing guacamole dip off ceilings and rugs.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-02-05]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1563.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The economy is affecting baseball, just like everything else, but club president Bill DeWitt III said the Cardinals might not be hit as hard as some other teams this year because of the All-Star Game to be played in St. Louis on July 14. Fans who purchase]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-02-05]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1564.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Cardinals had five relievers who became free agents after the season and one finally signed with another team. Forty-year-old RHP Russ Springer, who had a 2.32 ERA last season, signed with Oakland. RHP Jason Isringhausen and LHPs Randy Flores, Ron V]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-02-05]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1565.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals exceeded the expectations of most by winning 86 games but they fell short in the second half when their depth was not sufficient to overcome the loss of OF Rick Ankiel (lower abdominal strain) and C Yadier Molina (bruised left thigh) and the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NL Hot Stove: Cubs still have work to do]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/nl-hot-stove-cubs-still-have-work-to-do.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[GM Jim Hendry has the Cubs looking strong in a deflated National League. 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RHP Jason Isringhausen and LHPs Randy Flores, Ron V]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-02-05]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1560.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals exceeded the expectations of most by winning 86 games but they fell short in the second half when their depth was not sufficient to overcome the loss of OF Rick Ankiel (lower abdominal strain) and C Yadier Molina (bruised left thigh) and the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Despite new ownership, Pads still likely to deal ace]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/despite-new-ownership-pads-still-likely-to-deal-ace.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2009 04:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Sorry, Padres fans. 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"It might be different three weeks from now or a month or now when I]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-01-29]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1534.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2009 04:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals exceeded the expectations of most by winning 86 games but they fell short in the second half when their depth was not sufficient to overcome the loss of OF Rick Ankiel (lower abdominal strain) and C Yadier Molina (bruised left thigh) and the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[It's a bad time to be an out-of-work veteran]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/it-s-a-bad-time-to-be-an-out-of-work-veteran.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2009 04:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Garrett Anderson is one of many free agents waiting on a market that's making even the Yankees trim payroll, Tracy Ringolsby says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-01-29]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1527.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[St. Louisan David Freese, who turns 26 in April, may be spending part of that month with his hometown team. Freese, a third baseman acquired from San Diego in the Jim Edmonds trade before last season, is the leading candidate to replace Troy Glaus for the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-01-29]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1528.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Chris Carpenter, beset by elbow and shoulder problems the last two seasons, said he was on schedule for spring training. "I feel great. I feel like it's a regular winter," he said. "It might be different three weeks from now or a month or now when I]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-01-29]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1529.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals exceeded the expectations of most by winning 86 games but they fell short in the second half when their depth was not sufficient to overcome the loss of OF Rick Ankiel (lower abdominal strain) and C Yadier Molina (bruised left thigh) and the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Candid Cam: Will Clark as Giants' skipper? ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/candid-cam-will-clark-as-giants-skipper-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Giants just sent word there'll be an announcement Wednesday morning regarding former first baseman Will Clark.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-01-27]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1524.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals exceeded the expectations of most by winning 86 games but they fell short in the second half when their depth was not sufficient to overcome the loss of OF Rick Ankiel (lower abdominal strain) and C Yadier Molina (bruised left thigh) and the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-01-27]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1525.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Chris Carpenter, beset by elbow and shoulder problems the last two seasons, said he was on schedule for spring training. "I feel great. I feel like it's a regular winter," he said. "It might be different three weeks from now or a month or now when I]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-01-27]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1526.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[St. Louisan David Freese, who turns 26 in April, may be spending part of that month with his hometown team. Freese, a third baseman acquired from San Diego in the Jim Edmonds trade before last season, is the leading candidate to replace Troy Glaus for the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-01-27]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1520.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals exceeded the expectations of most by winning 86 games but they fell short in the second half when their depth was not sufficient to overcome the loss of OF Rick Ankiel (lower abdominal strain) and C Yadier Molina (bruised left thigh) and the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-01-27]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1521.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Chris Carpenter, beset by elbow and shoulder problems the last two seasons, said he was on schedule for spring training. "I feel great. I feel like it's a regular winter," he said. "It might be different three weeks from now or a month or now when I]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-01-27]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1522.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[St. Louisan David Freese, who turns 26 in April, may be spending part of that month with his hometown team. Freese, a third baseman acquired from San Diego in the Jim Edmonds trade before last season, is the leading candidate to replace Troy Glaus for the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baaaad times Arizona Cardinals have breakthrough, but the suffering continues for others ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/baaaad-times-arizona-cardinals-have-breakthrough-but-the-suffering-continues-for-others-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Though it still doesn't roll off the tongue - the Super Bowl-bound Arizona Cardinals on Sunday will compete for the NFL title for the first time since 1948. More than 60 years and two cities later, their appearance against Pittsburgh ends the second-longe]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sound off ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/sound-off-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2009 04:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Heads up, St. Louis]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-01-25]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1516.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2009 04:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals exceeded the expectations of most by winning 86 games but they fell short in the second half when their depth was not sufficient to overcome the loss of OF Rick Ankiel (lower abdominal strain) and C Yadier Molina (bruised left thigh) and the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-01-25]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1517.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2009 04:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[St. Louisan David Freese, who turns 26 in April, may be spending part of that month with his hometown team. Freese, a third baseman acquired from San Diego in the Jim Edmonds trade before last season, is the leading candidate to replace Troy Glaus for the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-01-25]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1518.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2009 04:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Chris Carpenter, beset by elbow and shoulder problems the last two seasons, said he was on schedule for spring training. "I feel great. I feel like it's a regular winter," he said. "It might be different three weeks from now or a month or now when I]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Letters ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/letters-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2009 04:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Heads up, St. Louis]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-01-25]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1512.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals exceeded the expectations of most by winning 86 games but they fell short in the second half when their depth was not sufficient to overcome the loss of OF Rick Ankiel (lower abdominal strain) and C Yadier Molina (bruised left thigh) and the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-01-25]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1513.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[St. Louisan David Freese, who turns 26 in April, may be spending part of that month with his hometown team. Freese, a third baseman acquired from San Diego in the Jim Edmonds trade before last season, is the leading candidate to replace Troy Glaus for the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-01-25]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1514.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Chris Carpenter, beset by elbow and shoulder problems the last two seasons, said he was on schedule for spring training. "I feel great. I feel like it's a regular winter," he said. "It might be different three weeks from now or a month or now when I]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-01-24]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1506.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Jan 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals exceeded the expectations of most by winning 86 games but they fell short in the second half when their depth was not sufficient to overcome the loss of OF Rick Ankiel (lower abdominal strain) and C Yadier Molina (bruised left thigh) and the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-01-24]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1507.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Jan 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[St. Louisan David Freese, who turns 26 in April, may be spending part of that month with his hometown team. Freese, a third baseman acquired from San Diego in the Jim Edmonds trade before last season, is the leading candidate to replace Troy Glaus for the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-01-24]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1508.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Jan 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Chris Carpenter, beset by elbow and shoulder problems the last two seasons, said he was on schedule for spring training. "I feel great. I feel like it's a regular winter," he said. "It might be different three weeks from now or a month or now when I]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Source: A's, reliever Springer closing in on deal]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/source-a-s-reliever-springer-closing-in-on-deal.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Jan 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The A's, attempting to fortify their bullpen, appear to be closing in on a one-year contract with free-agent right-hander Russ Springer.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Source: Brewers, Counsell agree at 1 year, $1M]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/source-brewers-counsell-agree-at-1-year-1m.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Jan 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Free-agent infielder Craig Counsell has reached preliminary agreement with the Brewers on a one-year, $1 million contract, according to a major-league source.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rolling out the 'Carpets' If the Cardinals and Steelers had not merged for 1944, neither team would be playing today. SUPER BOWL]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/rolling-out-the-carpets-if-the-cardinals-and-steelers-had-not-merged-for-1944-neither-team-would-be-playing-today-super-bowl-cardinals-vs-steelers-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Jan 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Linked by their old-guard family ownerships, Arizona and Pittsburgh will meet in Super Bowl XLIII to determine the best team in the NFL this season.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-01-22]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1499.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--3B Troy Glaus had arthroscopic right shoulder surgery Jan. 21, and he is expected to miss the start of the season. He will need a three-month rehab period. GM John Mozeliak said David Freese is the front-runner to fill in for Glaus. --For the eighth yea]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-01-22]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1500.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals exceeded the expectations of most by winning 86 games but they fell short in the second half when their depth was not sufficient to overcome the loss of OF Rick Ankiel (lower abdominal strain) and C Yadier Molina (bruised left thigh) and the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-01-22]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1501.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The natives have been restless about the Cardinals' relative lack of activity in the trade and free agent markets, even though many forgot that the club signed right-hander Kyle Lohse to a four-year, $41 million deal the day after the season ended. Club p]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals' Glaus out 3 months after surgery]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-glaus-out-3-months-after-surgery.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cardinals third baseman Troy Glaus will be sidelined for about three months after arthroscopic surgery on his right shoulder.The 2002 World Series MVP will begin physical therapy next week following Wednesday's surgery in Los Angeles. He likely will miss ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Glaus sidelined 3 months after shoulder surgery]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/glaus-sidelined-3-months-after-shoulder-surgery.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cardinals third baseman Troy Glaus will be sidelined for about three months after arthroscopic surgery on his right shoulder.Glaus will begin physical therapy next week following Wednesday's surgery in Los Angeles. The 32-year-old hit .270 with 27 homers ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: A's, Twins, Dodgers pursue Springer]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/sources-a-s-twins-dodgers-pursue-springer.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The bullpen market is bubbling.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Market for Perez remains hard to figure 2009-01-22]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/market-for-perez-remains-hard-to-figure-1505.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Just like one of his starts, the market for lefty Oliver Perez is hard to figure. Ken Rosenthal takes a stab at the possibilities.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Market for Perez remains hard to figure]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/market-for-perez-remains-hard-to-figure.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Just like one of his starts, the market for lefty Oliver Perez is hard to figure. Ken Rosenthal takes a stab at the possibilities.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[John Smallwood: Philadelphia sports and the curse of the inauguration ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/john-smallwood-philadelphia-sports-and-the-curse-of-the-inauguration-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[IT MIGHT BE HARD to accept, especially with Sunday's loss in the NFC Championship Game still so fresh, but the Arizona Cardinals probably did Philadelphia fans a favor by beating the Eagles.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-01-21]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1496.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals exceeded the expectations of most by winning 86 games but they fell short in the second half when their depth was not sufficient to overcome the loss of OF Rick Ankiel (lower abdominal strain) and C Yadier Molina (bruised left thigh) and the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-01-21]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1497.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The natives have been restless about the Cardinals' relative lack of activity in the trade and free agent markets, even though many forgot that the club signed right-hander Kyle Lohse to a four-year, $41 million deal the day after the season ended. Club p]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-01-21]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1498.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--For the eighth year in a row -- he has played only eight seasons -- 1B Albert Pujols was selected the St. Louis Baseball Man of the Year by the local baseball writers. Pujols also received the 2008 National League Most Valuable Player award. Pujols said]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ankiel, Ludwick remain in arbitration with Cards]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/ankiel-ludwick-remain-in-arbitration-with-cards.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2009 04:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Rick Ankiel and Ryan Ludwick and the St. Louis Cardinals were far apart when they exchanged figures Tuesday in salary arbitration.Ankiel, who hit 25 homers last year before sports hernia surgery ended his season, asked for $3.3 million and was offered $2.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[You never know what's in the cards ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/you-never-know-what-s-in-the-cards-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2009 04:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Go ahead. Pinch yourself. Rub your eyes. Squint real hard at your television screen.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals, Thompson avoid arbitration]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-thompson-avoid-arbitration.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2009 04:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Right-hander Brad Thompson and the St. Louis Cardinals avoided arbitration when they agreed Tuesday to a $650,000, one-year contract.Thompson, who turns 27 on Jan. 31, split time as a starter and reliever last season. He was 6-3 with a 5.15 ERA and spent ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wellemeyer, Duncan in fold ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/wellemeyer-duncan-in-fold-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2009 04:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cardinals pitcher Todd Wellemeyer will leave his old Kentucky home this morning for the long drive to Jupiter, Fla., and his first spring training as an entrenched member of the rotation. He's leaving one bit of baggage behind.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-01-20]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/-1485.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 04:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[I was exactly one year, one month and one day old the last time the Cardinals won an NFL championship.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-01-20]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1486.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 04:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--For the eighth year in a row -- he has played only eight seasons -- 1B Albert Pujols was selected the St. Louis Baseball Man of the Year by the local baseball writers. Pujols also received the 2008 National League Most Valuable Player award. Pujols said]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-01-20]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1487.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 04:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals exceeded the expectations of most by winning 86 games but they fell short in the second half when their depth was not sufficient to overcome the loss of OF Rick Ankiel (lower abdominal strain) and C Yadier Molina (bruised left thigh) and the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-01-20]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1488.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 04:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The natives have been restless about the Cardinals' relative lack of activity in the trade and free agent markets, even though many forgot that the club signed right-hander Kyle Lohse to a four-year, $41 million deal the day after the season ended. Club p]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals' Pujols says elbow is fine after surgery]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-pujols-says-elbow-is-fine-after-surgery.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 04:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Albert Pujols says October surgery on his problematic right elbow was successful."I'm 100 percent healthy," the St. Louis first baseman said Monday after signing autographs at the 13th annual Cardinals Winter Warm-Up. "With my elbow, obviously, there's so]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals outfielders having uncertain offseason]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-outfielders-having-uncertain-offseason.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The St. Louis Cardinals' outfield is so crowded some players are surprised they're still around.Rick Ankiel was a big draw at the team's Winter Warmup on Sunday with his autograph going for $60, twice as much as the going rate for manager Tony La Russa. B]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cards deliver turnaround, just like Rays ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cards-deliver-turnaround-just-like-rays-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[By Marc Topkin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-01-18]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1482.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The natives have been restless about the Cardinals' relative lack of activity in the trade and free agent markets, even though many forgot that the club signed right-hander Kyle Lohse to a four-year, $41 million deal the day after the season ended. Club p]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-01-18]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1483.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--For the eighth year in a row -- he has played only eight seasons -- 1B Albert Pujols was selected the St. Louis Baseball Man of the Year by the local baseball writers. Pujols also received the 2008 National League Most Valuable Player award.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-01-18]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1484.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals exceeded the expectations of most by winning 86 games but they fell short in the second half when their depth was not sufficient to overcome the loss of OF Rick Ankiel (lower abdominal strain) and C Yadier Molina (bruised left thigh) and the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-01-18]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1475.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2009 04:36:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The natives have been restless about the Cardinals' relative lack of activity in the trade and free agent markets, even though many forgot that the club signed right-hander Kyle Lohse to a four-year, $41 million deal the day after the season ended. Club p]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-01-18]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1476.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2009 04:36:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--For the eighth year in a row -- he has played only eight seasons -- 1B Albert Pujols was selected the St. Louis Baseball Man of the Year by the local baseball writers. Pujols also received the 2008 National League Most Valuable Player award.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-01-18]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1477.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2009 04:36:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals exceeded the expectations of most by winning 86 games but they fell short in the second half when their depth was not sufficient to overcome the loss of OF Rick Ankiel (lower abdominal strain) and C Yadier Molina (bruised left thigh) and the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals' Carpenter eyes return as starter]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-carpenter-eyes-return-as-starter.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2009 04:36:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Two months after having elbow surgery, oft-injured St. Louis Cardinals right-hander Chris Carpenter is optimistic about making at least 28 starts this season."I feel great. I really do," Carpenter said Saturday while signing autographs for two hours at th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[OTHER VIEWS: THE READERS HAVE THEIR SAY ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/other-views-the-readers-have-their-say-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2009 04:36:03 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA['Forgotten' team]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[SPORTSWAVES  McNabb's extra burden ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/sportswaves-mcnabb-s-extra-burden-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Of the four quarterbacks remaining in the National Football League playoffs, Donovan McNabb of the Philadelphia Eagles is the one who is under the most pressure to win Sunday.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Texas, Ray Buck column: She Said, He Said: Is Michael Young being selfish ... or just realistic? ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/fort-worth-star-telegram-texas-ray-buck-column-she-said-he-said-is-michael-young-being-selfish-or-just-realistic-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jan. 13--Each Tuesday, the Star-Telegram's Charean Williams and Ray Buck go point-counterpoint on some of the hot topics in sports. Combined, they've covered more than 40 Super Bowls. Charean will become president of the Pro Football Writers of America at]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Need proof the Dallas Cowboys made a head coaching mistake? ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/need-proof-the-dallas-cowboys-made-a-head-coaching-mistake-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jan. 15--IRVING -- Far underneath Belgium and France at the CERN laboratories scientists work on experiments that potentially could result in teleportation. Flying without having to go through airport security or avoiding the same red light every day on y]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tight on money, Braves slow search for a hitter 2009-01-16]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/tight-on-money-braves-slow-search-for-a-hitter-1471.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Braves have rebuilt their pitching staff, but what about a hitter? Ken Rosenthal says the money may not be there to get it done.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-01-16]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1472.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals exceeded the expectations of most by winning 86 games but they fell short in the second half when their depth was not sufficient to overcome the loss of OF Rick Ankiel (lower abdominal strain) and C Yadier Molina (bruised left thigh) and the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-01-16]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1473.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[While manager Tony La Russa and pitching coach Dave Duncan are hopeful of landing a veteran reliever to bridge the gap until it is time for Chris Perez or Jason Motte to become the closer, general manager John Mozeliak said he had faith in his young pitch]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-01-16]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1474.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--General manager John Mozeliak said his team would owe at least $10 million more this season to their five arbitration-eligible players -- OFs Ryan Ludwick, Chris Duncan and Rick Ankiel and RHPs Brad Thompson and Todd Wellemeyer. Ludwick, coming off a 37]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tight on money, Braves slow search for a hitter]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/tight-on-money-braves-slow-search-for-a-hitter.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Braves have rebuilt their pitching staff, but what about a hitter? Ken Rosenthal says the money may not be there to get it done.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-01-16]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1465.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals exceeded the expectations of most by winning 86 games but they fell short in the second half when their depth was not sufficient to overcome the loss of OF Rick Ankiel (lower abdominal strain) and C Yadier Molina (bruised left thigh) and the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-01-16]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1466.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[While manager Tony La Russa and pitching coach Dave Duncan are hopeful of landing a veteran reliever to bridge the gap until it is time for Chris Perez or Jason Motte to become the closer, general manager John Mozeliak said he had faith in his young pitch]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-01-16]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1467.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--General manager John Mozeliak said his team would owe at least $10 million more this season to their five arbitration-eligible players -- OFs Ryan Ludwick, Chris Duncan and Rick Ankiel and RHPs Brad Thompson and Todd Wellemeyer. Ludwick, coming off a 37]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals drop plans to buy Triple-A team]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-drop-plans-to-buy-triple-a-team.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2009 04:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The St. Louis Cardinals are dropping plans to purchase their top minor-league affiliate in Memphis because of the economic downturn.The Cardinals renewed a four-year agreement in September to keep the Redbirds as their Triple-A affiliate. At the same time]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-01-13]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1461.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2009 04:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[While manager Tony La Russa and pitching coach Dave Duncan are hopeful of landing a veteran reliever to bridge the gap until it is time for Chris Perez or Jason Motte to become the closer, general manager John Mozeliak said he had faith in his young pitch]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-01-13]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1462.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2009 04:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--General manager John Mozeliak said his team would owe at least $10 million more this season to their five arbitration-eligible players -- OFs Ryan Ludwick, Chris Duncan and Rick Ankiel and RHPs Brad Thompson and Todd Wellemeyer. Ludwick, coming off a 37]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-01-13]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1463.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2009 04:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals exceeded the expectations of most by winning 86 games but they fell short in the second half when their depth was not sufficient to overcome the loss of OF Rick Ankiel (lower abdominal strain) and C Yadier Molina (bruised left thigh) and the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lackey could be next year's offseason gem]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/lackey-could-be-next-year-s-offseason-gem.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Looking for next year's prized free-agent arm? Ken Rosenthal says it's going to be John Lackey unless the Angels get busy soon.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Which team could end up making the move for the Texas Rangers' Michael Young? ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/which-team-could-end-up-making-the-move-for-the-texas-rangers-michael-young-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jan. 13--Trading a proven commodity like Michael Young, should theTexasRangers captain remain resolute in his preference to be traded rather than play third base, isn't as easy as picking up the phone. -- The $62 million Young, 32, is owed over the next f]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-01-13]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1457.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[While manager Tony La Russa and pitching coach Dave Duncan are hopeful of landing a veteran reliever to bridge the gap until it is time for Chris Perez or Jason Motte to become the closer, general manager John Mozeliak said he had faith in his young pitch]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-01-13]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1458.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--General manager John Mozeliak said his team would owe at least $10 million more this season to their five arbitration-eligible players -- OFs Ryan Ludwick, Chris Duncan and Rick Ankiel and RHPs Brad Thompson and Todd Wellemeyer. Ludwick, coming off a 37]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-01-13]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1459.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals exceeded the expectations of most by winning 86 games but they fell short in the second half when their depth was not sufficient to overcome the loss of OF Rick Ankiel (lower abdominal strain) and C Yadier Molina (bruised left thigh) and the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-01-13]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1452.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[While manager Tony La Russa and pitching coach Dave Duncan are hopeful of landing a veteran reliever to bridge the gap until it is time for Chris Perez or Jason Motte to become the closer, general manager John Mozeliak said he had faith in his young pitch]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-01-13]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1453.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--General manager John Mozeliak said his team would owe at least $10 million more this season to their five arbitration-eligible players -- OFs Ryan Ludwick, Chris Duncan and Rick Ankiel and RHPs Brad Thompson and Todd Wellemeyer. Ludwick, coming off a 37]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-01-13]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1454.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals exceeded the expectations of most by winning 86 games but they fell short in the second half when their depth was not sufficient to overcome the loss of OF Rick Ankiel (lower abdominal strain) and C Yadier Molina (bruised left thigh) and the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-01-10]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1449.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--General manager John Mozeliak said his team would owe at least $10 million more this season to their five arbitration-eligible players -- OFs Ryan Ludwick, Chris Duncan and Rick Ankiel and RHPs Brad Thompson and Todd Wellemeyer. Ludwick, coming off a 37]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-01-10]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1450.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals exceeded the expectations of most by winning 86 games but they fell short in the second half when their depth was not sufficient to overcome the loss of OF Rick Ankiel (lower abdominal strain) and C Yadier Molina (bruised left thigh) and the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-01-10]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1451.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[While manager Tony La Russa and pitching coach Dave Duncan are hopeful of landing a veteran reliever to bridge the gap until it is time for Chris Perez or Jason Motte to become the closer, general manager John Mozeliak said he had faith in his young pitch]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-01-10]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1445.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2009 04:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--General manager John Mozeliak said his team would owe at least $10 million more this season to their five arbitration-eligible players -- OFs Ryan Ludwick, Chris Duncan and Rick Ankiel and RHPs Brad Thompson and Todd Wellemeyer. Ludwick, coming off a 37]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-01-10]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1446.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2009 04:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals exceeded the expectations of most by winning 86 games but they fell short in the second half when their depth was not sufficient to overcome the loss of OF Rick Ankiel (lower abdominal strain) and C Yadier Molina (bruised left thigh) and the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-01-10]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1447.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2009 04:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[While manager Tony La Russa and pitching coach Dave Duncan are hopeful of landing a veteran reliever to bridge the gap until it is time for Chris Perez or Jason Motte to become the closer, general manager John Mozeliak said he had faith in his young pitch]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dunn would be smart alternative for Dodgers 2009-01-09]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/dunn-would-be-smart-alternative-for-dodgers-1448.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2009 04:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Dodgers currently have their sights set on Manny, but Ken Rosenthal has a cheaper option that makes nearly as much sense.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-01-10]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1441.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--General manager John Mozeliak said his team would owe at least $10 million more this season to their five arbitration-eligible players -- OFs Ryan Ludwick, Chris Duncan and Rick Ankiel and RHPs Brad Thompson and Todd Wellemeyer. Ludwick, coming off a 37]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-01-10]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1442.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals exceeded the expectations of most by winning 86 games but they fell short in the second half when their depth was not sufficient to overcome the loss of OF Rick Ankiel (lower abdominal strain) and C Yadier Molina (bruised left thigh) and the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-01-10]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1443.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[While manager Tony La Russa and pitching coach Dave Duncan are hopeful of landing a veteran reliever to bridge the gap until it is time for Chris Perez or Jason Motte to become the closer, general manager John Mozeliak said he had faith in his young pitch]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dunn would be smart alternative for Dodgers 2009-01-09]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/dunn-would-be-smart-alternative-for-dodgers-1444.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Dodgers currently have their sights set on Manny, but Ken Rosenthal has a cheaper option that makes nearly as much sense.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-01-08]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1434.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2009 04:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Aaron Miles and Felipe Lopez got much of the time at second base for the Cardinals in the latter part of the 2008 season, but both are now gone. Lopez, who hit .385 in two months with the Cardinals after being released by Washington, signed a one-year, $3]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-01-08]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1435.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2009 04:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Royce Ring agreed to a one-year, $475,000 deal with the Cardinals, giving the team three new left-handed relievers. He joins free agent signee Trever Miller and waiver claim Charlie Manning. Ring made 42 appearances for the Braves last year before b]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-01-08]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1436.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2009 04:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals exceeded the expectations of most by winning 86 games but they fell short in the second half when their depth was not sufficient to overcome the loss of OF Rick Ankiel (lower abdominal strain) and C Yadier Molina (bruised left thigh) and the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cards manager La Russa passionate animal advocate]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cards-manager-la-russa-passionate-animal-advocate.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2009 04:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Inside Tony La Russa's northern California home there are more dogs and cats than positions on the baseball field.In a recent interview, the St. Louis Cardinals manager counted a dozen - half of them permanent residents and the other half benefiting from ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA['Moving parts' cloud Peavy deal]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/-moving-parts-cloud-peavy-deal.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2009 04:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Recent Cubs trades may have positioned the team for another run at San Diego Padres pitcher Jake Peavy. But acquiring the 2007 National League Cy Young Award winner may hinge on new ownership for both franchises.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fans grow weary of all the powder talk ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/fans-grow-weary-of-all-the-powder-talk-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2009 04:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The fan base seems angry. On the talk shows and in the blogosphere, where the rage bubbles into a rapid boil, there's chatter of a boycott, of customers giving up their season tickets. They question the commitment to winning. They are tired of excuses. Th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dunn would be smart alternative for Dodgers 2009-01-09]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/dunn-would-be-smart-alternative-for-dodgers-1440.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2009 04:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Dodgers currently have their sights set on Manny, but Ken Rosenthal has a cheaper option that makes nearly as much sense.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs general manager Jim Hendry refused to call it a salary dump, but the Cubs w ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cubs-general-manager-jim-hendry-refused-to-call-it-a-salary-dump-but-the-cubs-w-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cubs general manager Jim Hendry refused to call it a salary dump, but the Cubs wound up saving a few bucks Tuesday.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-01-08]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1430.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Aaron Miles and Felipe Lopez got much of the time at second base for the Cardinals in the latter part of the 2008 season, but both are now gone. Lopez, who hit .385 in two months with the Cardinals after being released by Washington, signed a one-year, $3]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-01-08]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1431.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Royce Ring agreed to a one-year, $475,000 deal with the Cardinals, giving the team three new left-handed relievers. He joins free agent signee Trever Miller and waiver claim Charlie Manning. Ring made 42 appearances for the Braves last year before b]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-01-08]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1432.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals exceeded the expectations of most by winning 86 games but they fell short in the second half when their depth was not sufficient to overcome the loss of OF Rick Ankiel (lower abdominal strain) and C Yadier Molina (bruised left thigh) and the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dunn would be smart alternative for Dodgers 2009-01-07]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/dunn-would-be-smart-alternative-for-dodgers-1433.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Dodgers currently have their sights set on Manny, but Ken Rosenthal has a cheaper option that makes nearly as much sense.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dunn would be smart alternative for Dodgers]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/dunn-would-be-smart-alternative-for-dodgers.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Dodgers currently have their sights set on Manny, but Ken Rosenthal has a cheaper option that makes nearly as much sense.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-01-06]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1426.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Aaron Miles and Felipe Lopez got much of the time at second base for the Cardinals in the latter part of the 2008 season, but both are now gone. Lopez, who hit .385 in two months with the Cardinals after being released by Washington, signed a one-year, $3]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-01-06]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1427.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Royce Ring agreed to a one-year, $475,000 deal with the Cardinals, giving the team three new left-handed relievers. He joins free agent signee Trever Miller and waiver claim Charlie Manning. Ring made 42 appearances for the Braves last year before b]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-01-06]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1428.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2009 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals exceeded the expectations of most by winning 86 games but they fell short in the second half when their depth was not sufficient to overcome the loss of OF Rick Ankiel (lower abdominal strain) and C Yadier Molina (bruised left thigh) and the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Carpenter could become Cardinals closer]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/carpenter-could-become-cardinals-closer.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Still looking for a closer, the St. Louis Cardinals might consider turning to oft-injured ace Chris Carpenter next season.Cardinals manager Tony La Russa told The Associated Press on Monday that he'd think about using the 2005 NL Cy Young Award winner in ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Royce Ring joins Cardinals]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/royce-ring-joins-cardinals.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Royce Ring became the third left-hander in the St. Louis Cardinals' bullpen, agreeing Monday to a $475,000. one-year contract.The 28-year-old was 2-1 with an 8.46 ERA in 42 games for the Atlanta Braves last season after making an opening-day roster for th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[GRAPEFRUIT LEAGUE SCHEDULES ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/grapefruit-league-schedules-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TampaBayRays]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Too many quality free agents remain]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/too-many-quality-free-agents-remain.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2009 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Manny and Derek Lowe are available this close to spring training? That bothers Dayn Perry, who tells us where they should go.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Big spending shows Yanks are doing it right]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/big-spending-shows-yanks-are-doing-it-right.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2009 04:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Yanks now have four of the highest-paid players in baseball. Despite what some fans think, that's not a bad thing for the game.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-01-03]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1418.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2009 04:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Cardinals still are showing interest in free agent LHPs Randy Wolf and Oliver Perez. --The arbitration-eligible players on the Cardinals' roster are OFs Ryan Ludwick, Rick Ankiel and Chris Duncan and RHPs Todd Wellemeyer and Brad Thompson. All but D]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-01-03]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1419.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2009 04:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals exceeded the expectations of most by winning 86 games but they fell short in the second half when their depth was not sufficient to overcome the loss of OF Rick Ankiel (lower abdominal strain) and C Yadier Molina (bruised left thigh) and the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-01-03]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1420.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2009 04:35:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Aaron Miles and Felipe Lopez got much of the time at second base for the Cardinals in the latter part of the 2008 season, but both are now gone. Lopez, who hit .385 in two months with the Cardinals after being released by Washington, signed a one-year, $3]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Looking back on 2008's oddest games]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/looking-back-on-2008-s-oddest-games.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 Jan 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[What do Manny and Chase Utley have in common? Find out as we look back on baseball's strangest performances of 2008.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-01-03]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1414.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 Jan 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Cardinals still are showing interest in free agent LHPs Randy Wolf and Oliver Perez. --The arbitration-eligible players on the Cardinals' roster are OFs Ryan Ludwick, Rick Ankiel and Chris Duncan and RHPs Todd Wellemeyer and Brad Thompson. All but D]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-01-03]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1415.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 Jan 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals exceeded the expectations of most by winning 86 games but they fell short in the second half when their depth was not sufficient to overcome the loss of OF Rick Ankiel (lower abdominal strain) and C Yadier Molina (bruised left thigh) and the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-01-03]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1416.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 Jan 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Aaron Miles and Felipe Lopez got much of the time at second base for the Cardinals in the latter part of the 2008 season, but both are now gone. Lopez, who hit .385 in two months with the Cardinals after being released by Washington, signed a one-year, $3]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2009-01-03]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1407.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 Jan 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Cardinals still are showing interest in free agent LHPs Randy Wolf and Oliver Perez. --The arbitration-eligible players on the Cardinals' roster are OFs Ryan Ludwick, Rick Ankiel and Chris Duncan and RHPs Todd Wellemeyer and Brad Thompson. All but D]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2009-01-03]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1408.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 Jan 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals exceeded the expectations of most by winning 86 games but they fell short in the second half when their depth was not sufficient to overcome the loss of OF Rick Ankiel (lower abdominal strain) and C Yadier Molina (bruised left thigh) and the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2009-01-03]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1409.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 Jan 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Aaron Miles and Felipe Lopez got much of the time at second base for the Cardinals in the latter part of the 2008 season, but both are now gone. Lopez, who hit .385 in two months with the Cardinals after being released by Washington, signed a one-year, $3]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Candid Cam: Manny being a San Francisco Giant? Make it happen ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/candid-cam-manny-being-a-san-francisco-giant-make-it-happen-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 Jan 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[BECAUSE WE WERE too cheap to buy nice champagne for New Year's Eve, let's pop the cork on these hot topics from the sports supermarket:]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis sports fought through a tough year ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-sports-fought-through-a-tough-year-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 Jan 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It was a disappointing, frustrating and often sad 2008 for St. Louis-area sports. Unfortunately, most of the top stories were about the deaths of notable individuals, and the competitive decline of our favorite teams.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Miles takes Cubs' offer Cardinals also lose out when reliever Brian Fuentes signs with Angels. ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/miles-takes-cubs-offer-cardinals-also-lose-out-when-reliever-brian-fuentes-signs-with-angels-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 Jan 2009 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cardinals general manager John Mozeliak made an aggressive early bid on reliever Brian Fuentes. Recently, he tried to re-sign free agent infielder Aaron Miles and make companion moves to facilitate his return.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2008-12-30]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1404.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Jan 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After starting their offseason fix-up campaign briskly by signing left-handed reliever Trever Miller to a one-year deal at $500,000 guaranteed and trading for shortstop Khalil Greene of San Diego, the Cardinals have, like many other clubs, become patient.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2008-12-30]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1405.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Jan 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Still seeking starting pitching, the Cardinals are looking in the direction of free agents such as LHPs Oliver Perez and Randy Wolf but could be content to see what shakes loose in spring training. --LHP Katsuhiko Maekawa was signed to a minor league co]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2008-12-30]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1406.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Jan 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals exceeded the expectations of most by winning 86 games but they fell short in the second half when their depth was not sufficient to overcome the loss of OF Rick Ankiel (lower abdominal strain) and C Yadier Molina (bruised left thigh) and the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Faulk, Dierdorf will help in search ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/faulk-dierdorf-will-help-in-search-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As he digs into the process of selecting his first NFL head coach, newly appointed Rams general manager Billy Devaney is asking for help. Among those providing assistance are two former greats from St. Louis' pro football past.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2008-12-30]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1401.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After starting their offseason fix-up campaign briskly by signing left-handed reliever Trever Miller to a one-year deal at $500,000 guaranteed and trading for shortstop Khalil Greene of San Diego, the Cardinals have, like many other clubs, become patient.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2008-12-30]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1402.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Still seeking starting pitching, the Cardinals are looking in the direction of free agents such as LHPs Oliver Perez and Randy Wolf but could be content to see what shakes loose in spring training. --LHP Katsuhiko Maekawa was signed to a minor league co]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2008-12-30]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1403.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 2009 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals exceeded the expectations of most by winning 86 games but they fell short in the second half when their depth was not sufficient to overcome the loss of OF Rick Ankiel (lower abdominal strain) and C Yadier Molina (bruised left thigh) and the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2008-12-30]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1397.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2008 04:35:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After starting their offseason fix-up campaign briskly by signing left-handed reliever Trever Miller to a one-year deal at $500,000 guaranteed and trading for shortstop Khalil Greene of San Diego, the Cardinals have, like many other clubs, become patient.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2008-12-30]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1398.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2008 04:35:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Still seeking starting pitching, the Cardinals are looking in the direction of free agents such as LHPs Oliver Perez and Randy Wolf but could be content to see what shakes loose in spring training. --LHP Katsuhiko Maekawa was signed to a minor league co]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2008-12-30]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1399.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2008 04:35:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals exceeded the expectations of most by winning 86 games but they fell short in the second half when their depth was not sufficient to overcome the loss of OF Rick Ankiel (lower abdominal strain) and C Yadier Molina (bruised left thigh) and the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2008-12-28]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1394.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2008 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After starting their offseason fix-up campaign briskly by signing left-handed reliever Trever Miller to a one-year deal at $500,000 guaranteed and trading for shortstop Khalil Greene of San Diego, the Cardinals have, like many other clubs, become patient.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2008-12-28]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1395.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2008 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Still seeking starting pitching, the Cardinals are looking in the direction of free agents such as LHPs Oliver Perez and Randy Wolf but could be content to see what shakes loose in spring training. --LHP Katsuhiko Maekawa was signed to a minor league co]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2008-12-28]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1396.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2008 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals exceeded the expectations of most by winning 86 games but they fell short in the second half when their depth was not sufficient to overcome the loss of OF Rick Ankiel (lower abdominal strain) and C Yadier Molina (bruised left thigh) and the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[LOCAL ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/local-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2008 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Baseball - Stars from the past and stars from the present will headline the 51st St. Louis Baseball Writers' Dinner on Jan. 19 at the Millennium Hotel.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2008-12-28]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1391.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2008 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After starting their offseason fix-up campaign briskly by signing left-handed reliever Trever Miller to a one-year deal at $500,000 guaranteed and trading for shortstop Khalil Greene of San Diego, the Cardinals have, like many other clubs, become patient.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2008-12-28]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1392.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2008 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Still seeking starting pitching, the Cardinals are looking in the direction of free agents such as LHPs Oliver Perez and Randy Wolf but could be content to see what shakes loose in spring training. --LHP Katsuhiko Maekawa was signed to a minor league co]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2008-12-28]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1393.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2008 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals exceeded the expectations of most by winning 86 games but they fell short in the second half when their depth was not sufficient to overcome the loss of OF Rick Ankiel (lower abdominal strain) and C Yadier Molina (bruised left thigh) and the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2008-12-28]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1385.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Dec 2008 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After starting their offseason fix-up campaign briskly by signing left-handed reliever Trever Miller to a one-year deal at $500,000 guaranteed and trading for shortstop Khalil Greene of San Diego, the Cardinals have, like many other clubs, become patient.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2008-12-28]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1386.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Dec 2008 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Still seeking starting pitching, the Cardinals are looking in the direction of free agents such as LHPs Oliver Perez and Randy Wolf but could be content to see what shakes loose in spring training. --LHP Katsuhiko Maekawa was signed to a minor league co]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2008-12-28]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1387.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Dec 2008 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals exceeded the expectations of most by winning 86 games but they fell short in the second half when their depth was not sufficient to overcome the loss of OF Rick Ankiel (lower abdominal strain) and C Yadier Molina (bruised left thigh) and the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[2009 GREPEFRIUT LEAGUE SCHEDULES ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/2009-grepefriut-league-schedules-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Dec 2008 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TAMPABAYRays]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ten reasons the Yanks had to get Teixeira]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/ten-reasons-the-yanks-had-to-get-teixeira.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Dec 2008 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[There are tons of reasons why the Yankees did the right thing by signing Mark Teixeira. 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And experts tell Greg Boeck the situation could get worse.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teixeira will get his payday, but is he really worth it? 2008-12-20]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/teixeira-will-get-his-payday-but-is-he-really-worth-it--1360.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Dec 2008 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mark Teixeira is on the verge of a payday that would make even Manny jealous. But Ken Rosenthal is wondering if he's worth it.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[White Sox staying true to youth movement]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/white-sox-staying-true-to-youth-movement.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2008 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[We laughed when Ken Williams said the ChiSox would stay young. 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But Ken Rosenthal is wondering if he's even worth it.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[TRANSACTIONS ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/transactions-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2008 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Baseball American League]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2008-12-19]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1345.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2008 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals exceeded the expectations of most by winning 86 games but they fell short in the second half when their depth was not sufficient to overcome the loss of OF Rick Ankiel (lower abdominal strain) and C Yadier Molina (bruised left thigh) and the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2008-12-19]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1346.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2008 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[While the Cardinals waited for left-handed reliever Brian Fuentes to decide whether he wants to sign with the Los Angeles Angels or St. Louis, Cardinals general manager John Mozeliak said he would not allow the chase of Fuentes to "create a paralysis" wit]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2008-12-19]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1347.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2008 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Cardinals caused a minor stir when, for the second year in succession, they didn't offer a contract to INF Aaron Miles, who hit .317 as a valuable extra man last season. 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Once he signs, Ken Rosenthal says others will follow in a hurry.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ORIOLES HAVE IZTURIS IN HAND]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/orioles-have-izturis-in-hand.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2008 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After having no shortstops on the 40-man roster as the offseason began and starting six players there in 2008, the Orioles headed into the winter with one of their most important missions clear: to fill the gaping hole in the middle of their infield.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2008-12-17]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1341.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2008 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--INF Joe Thurston and C Justin Knoedler landed minor league deals with the Cardinals and were invited to the team's big-league spring camp. 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Manager Tony La Russa, addressing reporters]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2008-12-12]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1322.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2008 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Although Adam Kennedy asked to be traded late last season, it appears he again will be the Cardinals' second baseman going into spring training. Kennedy, who hit .280 in the second year of a three-year, $10 million contract, "just wants to play," manage]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wrapping up the winter meetings: American League 2008-12-12]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/wrapping-up-the-winter-meetings-american-league-1323.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2008 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[CC Sabathia was the big move. But as Ed Price sums up the state of the AL, he likes the Indians getting Kerry Wood.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wrapping up the winter meetings: National League 2008-12-12]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/wrapping-up-the-winter-meetings-national-league-1324.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2008 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With winter meetings done, Gerry Fraley sums up the state of the NL, where the Dodgers are still searching for starting pitching.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wrapping up the winter meetings: American League]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/wrapping-up-the-winter-meetings-american-league.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[CC Sabathia was the big move. But as Ed Price sums up the state of the AL, he likes the Indians getting Kerry Wood.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wrapping up the winter meetings: National League]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/wrapping-up-the-winter-meetings-national-league.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With winter meetings done, Gerry Fraley sums up the state of the NL, where the Dodgers are still searching for starting pitching.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2008-12-11]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1317.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals exceeded the expectations of most by winning 86 games but they fell short in the second half when their depth was not sufficient to overcome the loss of OF Rick Ankiel (lower abdominal strain) and C Yadier Molina (bruised left thigh) and the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2008-12-11]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1318.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Presumably having taken care of part of the club's left-handed relief issue and half of its middle infield, Cardinals vice president/general manager John Mozeliak was ready to move on to solving the Cardinals' second-base problem, adding another left-hand]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2008-12-11]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1319.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--After finally signing LHP Trever Miller, who went from a two-year deal to a one-year deal because he was found to have a slight labrum tear in his left shoulder, the Cardinals also were wooing another left-handed reliever, Arthur Rhodes. Miller can make]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pursuit of Putz is heating up]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/pursuit-of-putz-is-heating-up.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2008 04:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[LAS VEGAS, Nev. A pair of key free-agent deals Tuesday has helped refocus some of the trade discussions surrounding Mariners closer J.J. Putz.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2008-12-11]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1310.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2008 04:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals exceeded the expectations of most by winning 86 games but they fell short in the second half when their depth was not sufficient to overcome the loss of OF Rick Ankiel (lower abdominal strain) and C Yadier Molina (bruised left thigh) and the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2008-12-11]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1311.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2008 04:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Presumably having taken care of part of the club's left-handed relief issue and half of its middle infield, Cardinals vice president/general manager John Mozeliak was ready to move on to solving the Cardinals' second-base problem, adding another left-hand]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2008-12-11]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1312.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2008 04:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--After finally signing LHP Trever Miller, who went from a two-year deal to a one-year deal because he was found to have a slight labrum tear in his left shoulder, the Cardinals also were wooing another left-handed reliever, Arthur Rhodes. Miller can make]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Anheuser-Busch shutting down Bud Sports Unit has produced hundreds of baseball, football and hockey broadcasts. ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/anheuser-busch-shutting-down-bud-sports-unit-has-produced-hundreds-of-baseball-football-and-hockey-broadcasts-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2008 04:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Saying it is focusing on making and marketing beer, Anheuser-Busch is shutting down a broadcast production unit that helped get Blues hockey games and Cardinals Baseball contests on the air.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tuesday MLB winter meetings blog 2008-12-10]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/tuesday-mlb-winter-meetings-blog-1314.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2008 04:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[LA? NYC? SF? CC Sabathia has plenty of suitors. Ken Rosenthal and our MLB crew have the latest updates from winter meetings.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2008-12-10]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1303.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2008 04:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--After finally signing LHP Trever Miller, who went from a two-year deal to a one-year deal because he was found to have a slight labrum tear in his left shoulder, the Cardinals also were wooing another left-handed reliever, Arthur Rhodes. Miller can make]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2008-12-10]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1304.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2008 04:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals exceeded the expectations of most by winning 86 games but they fell short in the second half when their depth was not sufficient to overcome the loss of OF Rick Ankiel (lower abdominal strain) and C Yadier Molina (bruised left thigh) and the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2008-12-10]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1305.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2008 04:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Presumably having taken care of part of the club's left-handed relief issue and half of its middle infield, Cardinals vice president/general manager John Mozeliak was ready to move on to solving the Cardinals' second-base problem, adding another left-hand]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tuesday MLB winter meetings blog]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/tuesday-mlb-winter-meetings-blog.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2008 04:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[LA? NYC? SF? CC Sabathia has plenty of suitors. Ken Rosenthal and our MLB crew have the latest updates from winter meetings.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Outfielder for pitcher is likely Redbirds can dip into their surplus of lefthanded hitters to make a deal. ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/outfielder-for-pitcher-is-likely-redbirds-can-dip-into-their-surplus-of-lefthanded-hitters-to-make-a-deal-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2008 04:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[LAS VEGAS - The Cardinals are determined but picky buyers for pitching.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Downturn in the economy may help Cards ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/downturn-in-the-economy-may-help-cards-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2008 04:35:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[No American sport but Baseball can boast such predictably unruly and patently disproportionate spending habits. 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So, it seems, has joy.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Cardinals serious about Burnett 2008-12-08]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/sources-cardinals-serious-about-burnett-1302.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2008 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A.J. Burnett finished the 2008 season in Toronto, but sources tell Ken Rosenthal the Cardinals are seeking the righty's services.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Cardinals serious about Burnett]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/sources-cardinals-serious-about-burnett.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2008 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A.J. Burnett finished the 2008 season in Toronto, but sources tell Ken Rosenthal the Cardinals are seeking the righty's services.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Barron's streak may be over ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/barron-s-streak-may-be-over-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2008 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Alex Barron has started 47 consecutive games for the Rams - a streak that apparently will come to an end Sunday at Arizona. Because Barron was late for a team meeting Friday morning, coach Jim Haslett said he's decided to start Adam Goldberg at right tack]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Redbirds seek another starter, a closer and another lefthanded reliever]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/redbirds-seek-another-starter-a-closer-and-another-lefthanded-reliever.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2008 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[LAS VEGAS - They have re-signed last season's leading winner, retained a veteran backup catcher, agreed upon then renegotiated a deal with a lefthanded reliever and addressed the most significant half of a void at middle infield.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals acquire Greene 2008-12-05]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-acquire-greene-1299.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2008 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The St. Louis Cardinals addressed another major offseason concern Thursday night, taking advantage of the San Diego Padres' sell-off mode by acquiring shortstop Khalil Greene for minor leaguers.The Padres get minor league right-hander Mark Worrell and a p]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cards get encouraging news on Carpenter but want a backup plan ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cards-get-encouraging-news-on-carpenter-but-want-a-backup-plan-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Dec 2008 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Even after calling the results of Chris Carpenter's checkup "positive" and detailing a plan to have the ace ready for spring training, Cardinals general manager John Mozeliak has a succinct priority at the winter meetings.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals acquire Greene 2008-12-05]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cardinals-acquire-greene-1292.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Dec 2008 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The St. Louis Cardinals addressed another major offseason concern Thursday night, taking advantage of the San Diego Padres' sell-off mode by acquiring shortstop Khalil Greene for minor leaguers.The Padres get minor league right-hander Mark Worrell and a p]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2008-12-05]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1293.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Dec 2008 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals exceeded the expectations of most by winning 86 games but they fell short in the second half when their depth was not sufficient to overcome the loss of OF Rick Ankiel (lower abdominal strain) and C Yadier Molina (bruised left thigh) and the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2008-12-05]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1294.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Dec 2008 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--After finally signing LHP Trever Miller, who went from a two-year deal to a one-year deal because he was found to have a slight labrum tear in his left shoulder, the Cardinals also were wooing another left-handed reliever, Arthur Rhodes. 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That means teams are lining up, Ken Rosenthal says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2008-12-02]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1267.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Dec 2008 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals exceeded the expectations of most by winning 86 games but they fell short in the second half when their depth was not sufficient to overcome the loss of OF Rick Ankiel (lower abdominal strain) and C Yadier Molina (bruised left thigh) and the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2008-12-02]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1268.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Dec 2008 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[When a team has such long-running success as the Cardinals have experienced this decade under manager Tony La Russa, it generally isn't accomplished with a revolving door of second basemen. 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Rhodes, 39, held left-handed batters to a .157 average last seaso]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Springer looks unlikely to return Cardinals decide against offering arbitration to their eight free agents. ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/springer-looks-unlikely-to-return-cardinals-decide-against-offering-arbitration-to-their-eight-free-agents-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Dec 2008 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The likelihood of veteran reliever Russ Springer's return to the Cardinals greatly diminished Monday when the club declined to offer arbitration to him and its other seven free agents.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2008-12-02]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1263.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Dec 2008 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals exceeded the expectations of most by winning 86 games but they fell short in the second half when their depth was not sufficient to overcome the loss of OF Rick Ankiel (lower abdominal strain) and C Yadier Molina (bruised left thigh) and the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2008-12-02]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1264.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Dec 2008 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[When a team has such long-running success as the Cardinals have experienced this decade under manager Tony La Russa, it generally isn't accomplished with a revolving door of second basemen. But no matter who signs on as the regular second baseman for 2009]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2008-12-02]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1265.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Dec 2008 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--While the Cardinals and LHP Trever Miller tried to work out contract language before Miller would sign with the club as a free agent, the team was also negotiating with LHP Arthur Rhodes. Rhodes, 39, held left-handed batters to a .157 average last seaso]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bill Conlin: Time to say bye, bye to McNabb and Burrell after decade in Philly ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/bill-conlin-time-to-say-bye-bye-to-mcnabb-and-burrell-after-decade-in-philly-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Dec 2008 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[THE LAST thing you want or need when rooting for a professional sports team is the No. 1 or 2 selection in the draft. 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Rhodes, 39, held left-handed batters to a .157 average last seaso]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2008-11-29]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1253.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Nov 2008 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals exceeded the expectations of most by winning 86 games but they fell short in the second half when their depth was not sufficient to overcome the loss of OF Rick Ankiel (lower abdominal strain) and C Yadier Molina (bruised left thigh) and the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2008-11-29]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1254.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Nov 2008 04:35:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[When a team has such long-running success as the Cardinals have experienced this decade under manager Tony La Russa, it generally isn't accomplished with a revolving door of second basemen. 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Even during a major-league Baseball career that spanned a decade, Widger, a 1989 graduate of Pennsville, still maintained a home in the town where he attended high school.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[PREP PROFILES ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/prep-profiles-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Nov 2008 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Trevor Burmeister]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2008-11-25]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1250.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Nov 2008 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Former Cardinals star Edgar Renteria remains prominent on the Cardinals' radar as they look for a replacement for SS Cesar Izturis. 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Richards was looking for a way for his club to generate interest, so he scheduled a game against the mighty Chicago Bears on Thanksgiving.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Loop's NFL picks: Week 13 ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/the-loop-s-nfl-picks-week-13-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2008 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TITANS AT LIONS (+11)]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[As a manager, Oquendo is a not-so-secret weapon Birds coach is building a résumé in bid for Puerto Rico big-league breakthroug]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/as-a-manager-oquendo-is-a-not-so-secret-weapon-birds-coach-is-building-a-résumé-in-bid-for-puerto-rico-big-league-breakthrough-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2008 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[CAROLINA, PUERTO RICO - Long tired of watching two pitchers "squeezed" by one very inconsistent home plate umpire, the home team's manager trudges to the mound for a word or two with his frustrated reliever.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2008-11-25]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1245.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2008 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Former Cardinals star Edgar Renteria remains prominent on the Cardinals' radar as they look for a replacement for SS Cesar Izturis. 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The two-year contract was not finalized as of Nov. 20, and Miller stil]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Pettitte talks with Torre about Dodgers]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/sources-pettitte-talks-with-torre-about-dodgers.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2008 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Andy Pettitte has spoken with Joe Torre about joining the Dodgers, sources tell Ken Rosenthal. Get the latest hot stove update.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[DIGEST - LOCAL ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/digest-local-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2008 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[GOLF - Financially strapped General Motors Corp. is dropping its endorsement deal with Tiger Woods, effective at the end of the year. 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The two-year contract was not finalized as of Nov. 20, and Miller stil]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Braves join list of suitors for righty Burnett]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/braves-join-list-of-suitors-for-righty-burnett.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2008 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Yet another team is showing interest in free-agent righty A.J. Burnett. Ken Rosenthal reveals who it is in his latest hot stove update.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cards a mirage in the desert?]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/cards-a-mirage-in-the-desert-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2008 04:35:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[GLENDALE, Ariz. ? The Giants have won three Super Bowl titles, the last of which came February in University of Phoenix Stadium, home of the Arizona Cardinals.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pujols, Howard headline honorees BASEBALL WRITERS' DINNER ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/pujols-howard-headline-honorees-baseball-writers-dinner-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2008 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cardinals first baseman Albert Pujols, the National League's Most Valuable Player for 2008, and St. Louisan Ryan Howard, runner-up for the MVP and a star for the world championPhiladelphiaPhillies, headline the list of honorees for the 51st St. Louis Base]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Papelbon pair among guests at tonight's dinner ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/papelbon-pair-among-guests-at-tonight-s-dinner-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2008 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[WITH TWIN BROTHERS Jeremy and Joshua Papelbon attending tonight's Granite State BasebALl Dinner, one can ALmost expect All-Star closer Jonathan Papelbon to make a surprise appearance and dance an Irish jig.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2008-11-23]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1227.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2008 04:35:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It was a modest first step, but the Cardinals' apparent agreement with free agent left-handed reliever Trever Miller began to address one of their most acute problems from last season. 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The St. Louis Post-Dispatch reported Thursday that M]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2008-11-20]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1204.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2008 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals exceeded the expectations of most by winning 86 games but they fell short in the second half when their depth was not sufficient to overcome the loss of OF Rick Ankiel (lower abdominal strain) and C Yadier Molina (bruised left thigh) and the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2008-11-20]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1205.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2008 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Having dropped out of the Matt Holliday sweepstakes -- which wasn't really the highest priority for them anyway -- the Cardinals were concentrating on putting together a new middle infield and adding left-handed relief help as open season for free agents ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2008-11-20]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1206.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2008 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Albert Pujols earned his second National League MVP award, topping Philadelphia 1B Ryan Howard and Milwaukee LF Ryan Braun in the balloting. Pujols received 18 of the 32 first-place votes. Howard got 12, and Philadelphia RHP Brad Lidge got two. Pujol]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Expanded closer market good news for Mets 2008-11-16]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/expanded-closer-market-good-news-for-mets-1207.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2008 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As more closers hit the open market, Joel Sherman says it's more likely the Mets will get one of the ones they want.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2008-11-18]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1201.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2008 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Albert Pujols earned his second National League MVP award, topping Philadelphia 1B Ryan Howard and Milwaukee LF Ryan Braun in the balloting. Pujols received 18 of the 32 first-place votes. Howard got 12, and Philadelphia RHP Brad Lidge got two. Pujol]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2008-11-18]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1202.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2008 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals exceeded the expectations of most by winning 86 games but they fell short in the second half when their depth was not sufficient to overcome the loss of OF Rick Ankiel (lower abdominal strain) and C Yadier Molina (bruised left thigh) and the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2008-11-18]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1203.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2008 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Having dropped out of the Matt Holliday sweepstakes -- which wasn't really the highest priority for them anyway -- the Cardinals were concentrating on putting together a new middle infield and adding left-handed relief help as open season for free agents ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2008-11-18]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1198.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2008 04:35:26 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Albert Pujols earned his second National League MVP award, topping Philadelphia 1B Ryan Howard and Milwaukee LF Ryan Braun in the balloting. 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Pujol]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2008-11-18]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1199.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2008 04:35:26 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals exceeded the expectations of most by winning 86 games but they fell short in the second half when their depth was not sufficient to overcome the loss of OF Rick Ankiel (lower abdominal strain) and C Yadier Molina (bruised left thigh) and the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2008-11-18]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1200.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2008 04:35:26 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Having dropped out of the Matt Holliday sweepstakes -- which wasn't really the highest priority for them anyway -- the Cardinals were concentrating on putting together a new middle infield and adding left-handed relief help as open season for free agents ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Expanded closer market good news for Mets]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/expanded-closer-market-good-news-for-mets.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Nov 2008 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As more closers hit the open market, Joel Sherman says it's more likely the Mets will get one of the ones they want.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2008-11-16]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1193.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Nov 2008 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Third base coach Jose Oquendo was one of seven men interviewed for the Seattle Mariners' vacant managerial job. Oquendo, who has been manager Tony La Russa's third base coach for nine years, said, "I've learned a lot from one of the best." --RF Juan Enc]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2008-11-16]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1194.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Nov 2008 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals exceeded the expectations of most by winning 86 games but they fell short in the second half when their depth was not sufficient to overcome the loss of OF Rick Ankiel (lower abdominal strain) and C Yadier Molina (bruised left thigh) and the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2008-11-16]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1195.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Nov 2008 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Having dropped out of the Matt Holliday sweepstakes -- which wasn't really the highest priority for them anyway -- the Cardinals were concentrating on putting together a new middle infield and adding left-handed relief help as open season for free agents ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Now's the time to see if Cards will loosen up ]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/now-s-the-time-to-see-if-cards-will-loosen-up-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Nov 2008 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As baseball's offseason period begins in earnest, with the doors open for trades and free-agent signings, I'm waiting to see what the Cardinals will do.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brewers' veterans could be dealt for pitching help 2008-11-12]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/brewers-veterans-could-be-dealt-for-pitching-help-1197.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Nov 2008 04:35:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A lack of pitching depth could force the Brewers to trade some veterans, including star shortstop J.J. Hardy, Ken Rosenthal says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2008-11-16]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1189.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Nov 2008 04:35:25 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Third base coach Jose Oquendo was one of seven men interviewed for the Seattle Mariners' vacant managerial job. 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Hardy, Ken Rosenthal says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2008-11-14]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1184.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Nov 2008 04:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Having dropped out of the Matt Holliday sweepstakes -- which wasn't really the highest priority for them anyway -- the Cardinals were concentrating on putting together a new middle infield and adding left-handed relief help as open season for free agents ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2008-11-14]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1185.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Nov 2008 04:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Third base coach Jose Oquendo was one of seven men interviewed for the Seattle Mariners' vacant managerial job. 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Hardy, Ken Rosenthal says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Big Unit's days with D-backs could be numbered 2008-11-11]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/big-unit-s-days-with-d-backs-could-be-numbered-1188.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Nov 2008 04:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Randy Johnson is only five wins away from 300, but Ken Rosenthal says he might not be accomplishing that feat in a D-backs uniform.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2008-11-13]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1179.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2008 04:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals exceeded the expectations of most by winning 86 games but they fell short in the second half when their depth was not sufficient to overcome the loss of OF Rick Ankiel (lower abdominal strain) and C Yadier Molina (bruised left thigh) and the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2008-11-13]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1180.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2008 04:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Right-hander Chris Carpenter, bugged by elbow and shoulder problems for the past two seasons, did have surgery after all. 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Hardy, Ken Rosenthal says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Big Unit's days with D-backs could be numbered 2008-11-11]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/big-unit-s-days-with-d-backs-could-be-numbered-1175.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2008 04:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Randy Johnson is only five wins away from 300, but Ken Rosenthal says he might not be accomplishing that feat in a D-backs uniform.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2008-11-10]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1176.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2008 04:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals exceeded the expectations of most by winning 86 games but they fell short in the second half when their depth was not sufficient to overcome the loss of OF Rick Ankiel (lower abdominal strain) and C Yadier Molina (bruised left thigh) and the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2008-11-10]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1177.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2008 04:35:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Right-hander Chris Carpenter, bugged by elbow and shoulder problems for the past two seasons, did have surgery after all. 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But, Mozeliak said, "Not to be coy, but (an Ankiel-Ludwick sce]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Big Unit's days with D-backs could be numbered]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/big-unit-s-days-with-d-backs-could-be-numbered.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2008 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Randy Johnson is only five wins away from 300, but Ken Rosenthal says he might not be accomplishing that feat in a D-backs uniform.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Roster Report 2008-11-10]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-roster-report-1170.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2008 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cardinals exceeded the expectations of most by winning 86 games but they fell short in the second half when their depth was not sufficient to overcome the loss of OF Rick Ankiel (lower abdominal strain) and C Yadier Molina (bruised left thigh) and the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2008-11-10]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1171.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2008 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Right-hander Chris Carpenter, bugged by elbow and shoulder problems for the past two seasons, did have surgery after all. 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Ken Rosenthal looks at their potential list.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Inside Pitch 2008-11-06]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-inside-pitch-1145.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Nov 2008 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Young outfielder Colby Rasmus, the crown jewel of the Cardinals' farm system, had a mediocre, injury-plagued season at Memphis this year in his first exposure to Class AAA ball. But that doesn't mean that he couldn't make the Cardinals' club out of spring]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[St. Louis Cardinals Notes, Quotes 2008-11-06]]></title><link>http://www.cardinalsnet.com/news/st-louis-cardinals-notes-quotes-1146.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Nov 2008 04:35:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Chris Carpenter underwent right elbow surgery on Nov. 4 to transpose a nerve. 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