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Cardinals' Ivan Herrera: Slated for call-up
The Cardinals are expected to recall Herrera from Triple-A Memphis on Sunday, Derrick Goold of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports. Willson Contreras suffered a fractured finger on Saturday and will require a stint on the injured list, opening up a spot on the 26-man roster for Herrera. The 24-year-old will mix in with Pedro Pages behind the dish while Contreras is sidelined. In 191 big-league plate appearances this season, Herrera is slashing .279/.340/.378 with three home runs and four stolen bases.
Convicted felons struggle to get hired in Missouri
ST. LOUIS, Mo. (First Alert 4) - Missouri’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate stands at 3.8%. Some of those standing in the unemployment line are formerly incarcerated people who struggle to get hired because of their felony records. “It’s an uphill battle,” said Maria Maupin. Maupin was convicted...
Pallante vs Hudson: Cardinals’ Groundball Pitcher Comparison
The St. Louis Cardinals are known for developing utility players and groundball pitchers. Currently, right-handed starter Andre Pallante is drawing parallels to Dakota Hudson due to their shared knack for generating groundballs. However, Pallante distinguishes himself with superior metrics, including a significantly lower hard contact rate and a much better FIP of 3.87 compared to Hudson’s 4.72. While both pitchers keep the ball on the ground, Pallante combines this ability with fewer walks and more strikeouts, showcasing a different pitching style.
Chasing a playoff spot? Not hardly. Cardinals’ trying to stave off another losing season
“At some point you’ve got to consistently produce, or we have to find someone who can. Ultimately, that’s what it comes down to,” president of baseball operations John Mozeliak said this week.
Missouri Highway Patrol Warns About School’s Most Dangerous Hour
It's hard to believe that we're so far through the summer months that Missouri is within a couple of weeks of back-to-school activities. That's one reason why the Missouri Highway Patrol has issued some stern reminders about the best ways to keep your kids safe and the "most dangerous hour" during that time.
Two charged in infant death
Charges have been filed against a Granite City couple in the death of a 2-month-old who died about 2 months ago. 41-year-old Sarrah Cheung and her boyfriend, 27-year-old Patrick Godfrey are each charged with Involuntary Manslaughter and Endangering the Life or Health of a Child. The boy died the morning of June 29 at a home in the 2,100 block of Bryan Avenue in Granite City.
Missouri Doctor says Suicide Rate Increases when School is in Session
A new school year is here and is a good reminder for staff to know that resources are available when a crisis happens. Doctor Bart Andrews with Behavioral Health Response in St. Louis told Missourinet that the suicide rate spikes when school is in session. “So, there are two peaks...
Dale Jr. Reacts to 2025 NASCAR Schedule Leak: ‘Disappointed’ Over Playoff Track
Dale Jr. Reacts to 2025 NASCAR Schedule Leak: Dale Earnhardt Jr.‘s response to the recent leak of the 2025 NASCAR schedule emphasizes important concerns regarding the integrity of the sport’s playoff system, particularly with the inclusion of St. Louis as a playoff venue. His disappointment highlights a perceived disconnect between the track’s qualifications and its enhanced status within the postseason framework. This raises critical questions about the selection process and the criteria used to determine playoff tracks, prompting speculation about potential influences behind such decisions. As the discussion unfolds, the implications for NASCAR’s competitive landscape warrant closer examination.
19-year-old found dead in North City home
ST. LOUIS, Mo. (First Alert 4) - A 19-year-old was found dead in a north St. Louis City home early Saturday morning, according to police. St. Louis City Police said Ryan Alexander, 19, was found shot in a home around 1:30 a.m. in the 5000 block of Ruskin. Alexander was pronounced dead at the scene.
Happy (belated) 100th Birthday, Jack Buck!
Jack Buck, the GOAT of St. Louis Cardinals broadcasters and one of the greatest baseball broadcasters of all time would have been 100 years old on Wednesday. Born on August 21, 1924, in Holyoke, Massachusetts, Buck grew up outside Boston, following Jimmy Foxx and the Boston Red Sox before moving to Cleveland in 1939. His early exposure to various baseball broadcasters, such as Bob Elson, Jack Graney, Mel Allen, and Red Barber, significantly shaped his love for the game growing up in northeast Ohio.
MDC urges aquarium owners to check for invasive species that may have been in locally sold tank additions
ST. LOUIS, Mo. (First Alert 4) - The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) is urging aquarium owners to check for an invasive species that may be hiding in a common tank addition. According to MDC, an invasive species called zebra mussels is being discovered in moss balls originating in Washington,...
Lawsuit puts Missouri’s November sports wagering vote in question, locals and visitors react
In May, mascots for the Cardinals, Blues, and Royals delivered signatures supporting the legalization of sports wagering to state officials in Jefferson City. After years of debate, it appeared the issue would finally be decided by voters.
Cardinals WR suspended five games
A second suspension was announced Friday afternoon. Cardinals wideout Zay Jones has been issued a five-game ban for violating the league’s personal conduct policy, as noted by Tom Pelissero of NFL Network. Jones was arrested on a misdemeanor domestic battery charge in November. That charge wound up being dropped...
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