Tag Archives: Fernando Salas

Looking back and then ahead to the Mets series

Posted on May 12, 2013 by JD

The Cardinals were due for a bad game.  It happens.  Jaime Garcia pitched like he was on the road today, getting in trouble with 2 outs and no one on base.  Other than that, there’s not much to complain about except for … Continue reading →

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Cards still in good position despite BP problems

Posted on April 22, 2013 by JD

The Cardinals officially have a problem with the BP, but I don’t think it’s time to panic just yet.  Mike Matheny is in a tough position.  You can add John Mozeliak to that list as well.  One thing that sticks … Continue reading →

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Cards take 2 of 3 from Brewers but let one get away

Posted on April 15, 2013 by JD

Right now, Mitchell Boggs must feel the weight of the world on his shoulders.  He didn’t make a bad pitch to Carlos Gomez, Gomez just stuck his bat out and hit a blooper to shallow RF.  Even after going 7-5 … Continue reading →

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Motte has tear in elbow, Boggs to start 2013 as Cards closer

Posted on March 23, 2013 by JD

The Cards just announced that Jason Motte will be shut down with a tear in his right elbow, and Mitchell Boggs will be the Cards closer to start the year.  As I always say, you never have a pitching surplus.  … Continue reading →

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Why is Victor Marte still being used in close games?

Posted on July 24, 2012 by JD

Once again, the Cardinals failed to win a close game last night.  I wanted to wait until after the Cubs series to see if the Cards could keep the momentum going before bringing it up, but the use of Victor … Continue reading →

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