Tag Archives: Ryan Franklin

Comparing the 2012 Cards vs. the 2003, 2008 and 2011 teams

Posted on June 29, 2012 by JD

If the Cards didn’t go on a late season run, the 2011 season would have been another lost opportunity that was lost due to a terrible bullpen just like in 2003 and 2008.  The Cardinals made all the right moves … Continue reading →

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“Part of that is knowing I deserve special treatment” –Albert Pujols

Posted on October 27, 2011 by JD

No, you are not reading my thoughts.  You are reading a quote from the great Albert Pujols, who was defending his decision to play manager in Game 5.  Maybe Pujols thinks it’s the 1920’s and he’s player/manager Ty Cobb.  Actually, … Continue reading →

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Is it time for the Cards to look ahead to 2012?

Posted on June 26, 2011 by JD

The Cardinals are now 3-12 in their last 15 games.  There’s a lot of blame to go around, but the fact is that the Cards wouldn’t be in the position they’re in if players like Ryan Franklin and Miguel Batista … Continue reading →

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Time for Mozeliak to take charge

Posted on June 15, 2011 by JD

Anybody out there still think that keeping both Miguel Batista and Ryan Franklin and sending Mitchell Boggs to Memphis made a lot of sense?  I’m not sure about you, but last night’s 6-1 blown lead has made me reach my … Continue reading →

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Bad play and decision making cost Cards 3 of 4 against Giants

Posted on June 3, 2011 by JD

Let’s get to the good news first.  That news is that the Cardinals are still in first place.  Now the bad news.  Ryan Franklin is still on the roster and the Cardinals just dropped 3 of 4 in a series … Continue reading →

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