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Which lineup in the Cardinal's long and storied history do you think was the best? The St. Louis Baseball Reader features essays and opinions about the team all the way back to the old St. Louis Browns in Sportsman's Park.....

With teams that excel in baseball, football, and hockey, St. Louis has always been a big sports town. This is reflected in the number of bars that have sports as a theme....

Ponder St. Louis from a 630-foot vantage point. Be swarmed in a sea of red. View an incredible collection of baseball and bowling history. Savor some "concrete". Do all these things, and you'll have a St. Louis Grand Slam!

Over the course of their history the St. Louis Cardinals have had their share of great players. Picking ten of the greatest players to ever play for the Cardinals was no easy task, but here is a list of the ten greatest players to ever play for the Cardinals

The St. Louis Cardinals are a professional baseball team that plays in Major League Baseball. The Cardinals play in the Central Division of the National League.

Pujols 5 joins a long list of sports celebrity bars and restaurants in the St. Louis area.....

The Cardinals have a storied history, but how much do their fans know about their past?

Has baseball lost that family feeling. Baseball memories have long given the Cross family something in common. Can you remember when it was just a game?

Team's biggest concern this season is the health of slugger Albert Pujols.

With the worst win-loss record of any major league team in the postseason, no one gave the Cardinals a chance. But the Redbirds stepped up and proved the critics wrong.

Here is a look at the Cardinals ten World Championships.

2006 was a major year in news for the St. Louis, Missouri area. The biggest news story of the year, of course, was the Cardinals winning the world series. It was a bright light in the news scene for St. Louis, as most of the other news stories reported this year were grim.

Start out your total bowling experience by visiting the International Bowling Museum located in downtown St. Louis right next to Busch Stadium, home of the Cardinals baseball team....

St. Louis Cardinals' slugger Albert Pujols is putting up numbers that only a couple players have ever come close to matching in baseball history. This is his story.

The Cardinals were swept in the 2004 World Series by the Boston Red Sox and may have inherited their curse.

The Redbirds have so many great players- here are some things you might not know about 5 of their very best.

During the first five seasons of his career, St. Louis Cardinals slugger Albert Pujols averaged 40 home runs and 124 RBI. He is having a similar season in 2006 and deserves to win the National League MVP award for the second straight year.

If you are a professional baseball fan, there is no doubt that you have been looking to the baseball gods for a new savior, someone to rid the game clean of its sinful performance enhancing past.

Albert Pujols began his career with the St. Louis Cardinals quietly in 2001 as the Redbirds opened the season in Colorado. It didn't take long for the 21 year old Pujols to find his way.

Breaking down the St. Louis Cardinals and their chances of making it back to the Worlds? Can hitting sensation Albert Pujols carry the Cardinals back to the World Series? That is the question on every Cardinal fans' mind entering the 2006 season.

The New York Mets' struggling offense couldn't match the St. Louis Cardinals' four runs in yesterday's 4-2 loss in St. Louis. Now they head back to New York where they will face the Cardinals' ace Chris Carpenter.

Last year the St. Louis Cardinals barely held on to the National League Central as the Houston Astros finally came on late in the season. If the St. Louis Cardinals want to even make the playoffs they are going to have to improve a lot more than last year.

Forty games into the 2007 MLB season and the reigning World Champion, St. Louis Cardinals, find themselves in the basement of the National League Central Division standings.

A look at the early season surprises in Major League Baseball.

Starting 3/3/06-3/20/06 the World Baseball Classic goes beyond the Major Leagues, and includes the best players from 16 of the best baseball playing nations. Like the AllStar game, the WBC won't hold too much importance but it will be an enjoyable watch.

If a salary cap is not the answer to all that ails Major League Baseball, how do small market teams remain viable? Better decision-making and value-based decisions; General Managers must maximize the talent and minimize the cost per win.

Mickey Lolich could be best described as a "portly" left-hander when he pitched, and the Tiger hurler left slim pickings for the Cardinals in 1968.

With the Red Sox finally ending their curse last year, is it time for the Cubs and their superior pitching to put theirs on ice?

I have been visiting many different baseball stadiums throughout the country here at the start of the season. One of my favorite things to do is to sample unique food offerings. Busch Stadium in St. Louis has several that are great options.

Whether you're looking for some hard to find Cardinals vs. Cubs tickets or you're just searching for a good deal, there are a number of ways to buy the St. Louis Cardinals tickets that you want.

How one can get legally St. Louis Cardinals baseball tickets.

Fantasy news and insights surrounding the 2008 St. Louis Cardinals. Includes projected starters, fantasy gems, duds, and sleepers.

On April 15, 2008, I went to a St. Louis Cardinals game. It had been years since I'd been, and this was my first time in the new Busch Stadium. I was excited, and the game was worth my time.

As part of the annual Spring Training ritual, the Atlanta Braves played host to fellow Grapefruit Leaguers, the St. Louis Cardinals at Champion Stadium in a long, but interesting ballgame; which proved victorious for the Braves.

Listed are 10 great St. Louis Cardinals gift ideas for dad, grandpa, or the kids! All items are under $10! Check them out!

St. Louis still has the offensive firepower to score at any given time, but Linehan will need to produce the right game plan for success. If the defense can match the talent and aggressive nature of the offense, the Rams can shock teams in 2006.

By September and October, St. Louis begins to cool off into beautiful days. Take advantage of St. Louis' best season by taking your special someone away from the hustle and bustle of downtown.

Downtown St. Louis is the place to be in the summer.

The Cardinals suffered through personal losses and losses on the field. What will this year hold for them?

Cardinals outfielder Rick Ankeil, who came back from mental problems as a pitcher that caused him to throw pitches off the backstop to become a feared hitter, has been accused of having obtained HGH in 2004 by the New York Daily News.

David Eckstein, Most Valuable Player of Major League Baseball's 2006 World Series, has co-written and released a children's book about his life. The book is called "Have Heart", a subject Eckstein is familiar with from his childhood.

A guide to some of the haunted attractions & events around St. Louis every October.

Mass transit started in St. Louis way back in 1859 with horse drawn streetcars. The new light rail system, though plagued with financial and construction problems, has been a hit with some St. Louis commuters from the start.....

I explore and explain the top three hotels in downtown St. Louis, MO. for potential visitors. There are literally thousands of hotels to choose from, but these three are from first hand experiences the all-time-greatest.

Fair weather fairs in St. Louis attract a huge number of people every year....

St. Louis used to be called "First In Booze, Shoes, and Last In The American League. It's been awhile since the Redbirds were in last place in the National League and we're still hanging in there when it comes to booze and shoes...

A guide to the must-see spots in Missouri's largest city of St. Louis with information for the tourist or traveler.

St. Louis has its share of unique and historic hotels and motels. From the historic motels along old Route 66 to the newly renovated luxury hotels and suites downtown, here's your guide to the top three.

With a new GM and some new rookies the Cardinals are in a rebuilding phase this year. What they do may just surprise everybody.

The Cardinals have made some big changes to their opening day roster and many fan favorites will be absent when they take the field.

A look at Kyle Lohse, his skills, and how he can help the St. Louis Cardinals in 2008.

Throughout the history of the franchise, the team has been known as the Arizona Cardinals, Phoenix Cardinals, St. Louis Cardinals, Chicago Cardinals, Racine Cardinals, the Normals, and the Morgan Athletic Club.

St. Louis Cardinals manager Tony La Russa was arrested late last night for driving under the influence (DUI).

Stan "the Man" Musial played 22 seasons as a St. Louis Cardinal, racking up hits and records over the years. This article tells of his storied career.

Tony La Russa has signed a three year contract to keep his job as St. Louis Cardinal's manager

Since being in Arizona, the Cardinals have had very little success, but despite their lack of success they have had some bright moments. Here is a look at some of the more memorable moments since the move to Arizona.

A season preview for the St. Louis Cardinals

These places have a great sports like atmosphere to watch the game and enjoy some food. Best of all, all your friends can come and you don't clean or cook a thing...

The owners of the Cardinals baseball team promised that the new mixed-use development next to the new stadium would be finished by 2011, but the state has yet to sign off on funding and the International Bowling Museum building stands in the way.

You can call me crazy, but I wouldn't be surprised to see the Arizona Cardinals in the 2006-2007 NFC playoffs.

He is widely cited as the greatest defensive player of all time. ( A short Biography on Ozzie Smith with interesting facts about the man. )

This year's off season is going to look a lot different than last year's. So now what?

The Arizona Cardinals are the new #8 in this week's Not-so-Powerful rankings

Two of the biggest questions of this young NFL season has been, "What the hell is wrong with Edgerrin James?" and, perhaps more importantly, "Are the Cardinals a cursed franchise?" These are really good queries, let's get into them…

This article provides a descriptive preview of the 2008 season for the Arizona Cardinals including predictions, and analysis on key additions/losses

When last we saw the St. Louis Cardinals were raising their hands in triumph, winning their first World Series in 24 years. But the Cards will be hard pressed to win their division this year let alone repeat as Series champs.

The World Series Champion St. Louis Cardinals and the Florida Marlins both play their Spring Training schedules at Roger Dean Stadium in Jupiter, Florida. Here is a guide to Spring Training in Jupiter, Florida.

This year's World Series between the St. Louis Cardinals and Detroit Tigers go tthe lowest rating a World Series has ever gotten. The World Series ratings have been rapidly decreasing so here are some way to improve the World Series ratings.

Ever since the Philadelphia Phillies traded Scott Rolen to the St. Louis Cardinals in 2002, the position of 3rd base has been nothing short of a platoon job, to say the least. Look at 2007 as an example.

St. Louis Cardinals manager Tony La Russa was arrested on drunk driving charges after police found him asleep inside his running sports utility vehicle at a stop light.

Can the St. Louis Cardinals stay on their emoional roller coaster for much longer?

In 1968 Bob Gibson of the St. Louis Cardinals pitched a near impossible 1.12 earned run average. this may have led to the lowering of the pitcher's mound ion major league baseball.....

From the Super Bowl Champions to the team with the worst records, and everyone in-between. It's time to separate the contenders from the pretenders. Where does your team rank? An in-depth look at what you can expect from all 32 teams in the league.

My analysis of the four major sports: NHL, NBA, MLB, and NFL.

The Cardinals celebrated their World Series Championship before the game, but after the game it was the Mets who were celebrating.

A look at the career of Grover Cleveland Alexander, Hall of Fame pitcher who pitched for the Phillies, Cubs and Cardinals.

With the White Sox still polishing their World Series rings and the Cardinals on the brink of their own title, has their ever been a worse time to be a Cubs fan? Can it possibly get worse? Absolutely.

I've made it to Jupiter, FL for the Cardinals spring training events for the past three years. Each year I have gone, I've learned a little bit more. Here's a list of things that can get you on the fast track to hitting your spring training vacation home run.

The Cubs have high hopes to break their 100-year-old championship drought at long last. Can they be stopped in their tracks by division rivals like the Brewers and Cardinals?

A preview of Major League Baseball's National League Central Division.

The arms race is heating up in the NL Central. After Milwaukee acquired CC Sabathia and Chicago acquired Rich Harden, who is the favorite in the wildest division in baseball. Also, do the Cardinals need to make a move to keep pace?

want to go to any of these special spring training vacation packages, you have to book NOW. These will all be sell outs and it is such a special way for baseball fans to get ready for the season, that you do not want to be shut out and get disappointed.

Four great gift ideas for the baseball fan in your life.

Memphis is the home of the Blues, barbecue and Elvis. If you love good food, good music and nice people, you don't need to look any further than Memphis. It is also a mere twenty miles north of Tunica, the third largest gaming destination in America.

The chemistry needed to create a really winning romantic comedy is not unlike the chemistry needed to create a winning team.

There have been so many great players and characters in baseball over the years. Here is a breakdown of the best players for each decade, starting in 1870 and working up to the present. Enjoy.

Belgian brewer In Bev has launched a hostile takeover bid for St. Louis brewer Anheuser Busch....

There are many things to do in St. Louis, Missouri, that cost little to nothing to do or see. There are many free attractions to take up a full day if you just want to relax and get away from the stresses of your day to day life.

New and fun things to do this year in St. Louis include....

Though civic leaders protested the publication of the list, St. Louis does have a growing crime problem that cannot be ignored.

because ticket sales have been sluggish, the St. Louis Blues Hockey Team annnoned that they were going to have "Tuesdays on Tap" a promotion with unlimited fre drinks including beer. The then canceled that promotion....

A brief overview of what tourists can do in St. Louis on a limited budget.

the biggest story in St. Louis these days is the takeover bid for Anheuser Busch by the beverage giant InBev.....

One of St. Louis' most prestigious and historic neighborhoods brings class and spice to an already unique city experience.

A completely cosmopolitan city on the border of the Mississippi River

Visit the heartland of America this summer.

Before the Internet, guerilla marketing was in the realm of individuals or small companies with limited marketing resources trying to get the word out about their product. Now the corporate world.....

This article provides a descriptive preview of the 2008 season for the St Louis Rams including predictions, and analysis on key additions/losses

This article high lights several blogs that are written about the St. Louis area and provide information on various topics about the city.

Lubeley's bakery has been delighting St. Louis with sweet treats for 70 years, and is family owned and operated. Lubeley's has a wide selection of bakery specialties as well as a deli.