The 2011 World Series is over, but it’s one I know I will certainly remember. The product on the field was excellent, with many games being close until the final innings and some going into extra’s. No team had a particularly oustanding advantage on either side of the field. Although Texas’ lineup is substantially better, we saw some players show their ability in St. Louis that may give fans some optimism when Albert Pujols inevitably ops for free agency.
David Freese and Allen Craig have shown a very advanced approach at the plate. They get on base, can hit for extra bases and work counts into their favor. At the beginning of 2011 it looked as though if Pujols leaves, the Cards are in a world of hurt. That doesn’t seem to be the case anymore. Recently the Cards picked up Adam Wainwright’s club option for 2012 and 2013 due to his progress in rehab. There was a rumor of a slim chance that Wainwright would possibly be available to pitch in the World Seri...
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