Redbirds Sweep Astros.
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Thurston has played well so far, but I wonder how long he can keep it up. I just wish Brett Wallace was a year older. I think he is going to be a very good player in time, but unfortunately his time is next year at the earliest. I'm just not real sold on Freese. I'm also worried about how Glaus will come back from this surgery. Maybe because I've been burned by Rolen and his chronic shoulder.
I definately am pleased with how they are playing right now, they've gotten off to a great start and really should be 6-1 except for Motte blowing that save on opening day against the Pirates. I don't know if Motte is the answer at closer or not- he does have a good fastball, but I do have to wonder if Chris Perez is going to get another shot soon. He has looked good so far at Memphis, and looked good in spring training until he strained his forearm and that kind of allowed Motte to step up all by himself. I'm for whoever can get the job done- Motte, Perez, McClellan- whoever.
The only guy on the staff I'm concerned about is Wellemeyer. In fact, if I was the Cardinals GM, I would definately try to contact Pedro Martinez's agent to see if there's ANY interest at all. He pitched well in the WBC, and while I'm sure he is far from 1998-1999 Pedro, he could be capable starter for one year and I doubt he would be worse that Wellemeyer. Plus, it would put Wellemeyer back in the bullpen or AAA- both are places he is probably better suited for. That would also suit LaRussa since he probably doesn't want to give Mitchell Boggs and PJ Walters a shot if he can avoid it. I'm keeping my eye on them, but both of their first starts went well. We'll see if they continue to pitch well. It's too early to pull Wellemeyer out of the rotation, although I would not be surprised if it happens before long.
But yeah- I do think the Cardinals have a very good team. As I mentioned, they have a few holes here and there, but if they stay healthy, I think that they will do well. Now that said, they have their first roadtrip coming up, so that will be a test for them. Epsecially since they play at Wrigley on the next trip.
I definately am pleased with how they are playing right now, they've gotten off to a great start and really should be 6-1 except for Motte blowing that save on opening day against the Pirates. I don't know if Motte is the answer at closer or not- he does have a good fastball, but I do have to wonder if Chris Perez is going to get another shot soon. He has looked good so far at Memphis, and looked good in spring training until he strained his forearm and that kind of allowed Motte to step up all by himself. I'm for whoever can get the job done- Motte, Perez, McClellan- whoever.
The only guy on the staff I'm concerned about is Wellemeyer. In fact, if I was the Cardinals GM, I would definately try to contact Pedro Martinez's agent to see if there's ANY interest at all. He pitched well in the WBC, and while I'm sure he is far from 1998-1999 Pedro, he could be capable starter for one year and I doubt he would be worse that Wellemeyer. Plus, it would put Wellemeyer back in the bullpen or AAA- both are places he is probably better suited for. That would also suit LaRussa since he probably doesn't want to give Mitchell Boggs and PJ Walters a shot if he can avoid it. I'm keeping my eye on them, but both of their first starts went well. We'll see if they continue to pitch well. It's too early to pull Wellemeyer out of the rotation, although I would not be surprised if it happens before long.
But yeah- I do think the Cardinals have a very good team. As I mentioned, they have a few holes here and there, but if they stay healthy, I think that they will do well. Now that said, they have their first roadtrip coming up, so that will be a test for them. Epsecially since they play at Wrigley on the next trip.
He didnt have a good spring and it showed in his first start. He was all over the place with no control or location on his fastball.
last year against the Phillies. Ryan Howard hit two massive shots that night.
I did get to see Aaron Miles pitch, though.
I think it's a matter time before he gets moved, but the question is when.
I did get to see Aaron Miles pitch, though.
I think it's a matter time before he gets moved, but the question is when.
Why doesn't Ryan Ludwick start every game? Is his fielding suspect? He's got a great bat. He's got like a 15 game hit streak going on. I know there are like 5 able-bodied players the Cards have that can play the outfield, but it just seems to me like they would want to keep his bat in the order.
He is a pretty good defensive outfielder with a good arm. I think its just LaRussa giving everyone playing time. I think they are still seeing where they can fit Rasmus into the lineup and get everyone at bats.