http://www.newsvine.com/tony-la-russaNewsvine - tony-la-russaen-usCopyright 2013Tue, 10 Jul 2012 07:35:51 +0000Wed, 22 May 2013 18:29:16 +0000http://www.newsvine.comhttp://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/07/09/12647955-column-la-russa-wont-knuckle-underhttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/07/09/12647955-column-la-russa-wont-knuckle-undermlbsportsjim-litketony-la-russa070912Mon, 9 Jul 2012 23:46:31 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>National League's R.A. Dickey, left, of the New York Mets, talks to manager Tony La Russa during MLB All-Star baseball batting practice, Monday, July 9, 2012, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/07/03/12549036-led-by-harper-trout-a-record-5-rookie-all-starshttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/07/03/12549036-led-by-harper-trout-a-record-5-rookie-all-starsmlbsportsgameworld-seriestony-la-russaall-starstarus-newsall-star-gameron-washingtonscottsdale-stadiumarizona-fall-leaguebryce-harpermike-troutryan-cookmesa-solar-soxTue, 3 Jul 2012 22:01:48 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>FILE - In this Wednesday, June 16, 2010, file photograph, a rainbow arches near Kauffman Stadium as the grounds crews prepare the field after a rain delay before a baseball game between the Kansas City Royals and the Houston Astros, in Kansas City, Mo. Kauffman Stadium recently underwent a $250 million renovation in part to lure the All-Star game back to Kansas City, and commissioner Bud Selig officially awarded the game on June 16, 2010. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga, File)</p><p>FILE - In this July 18, 2011, file photograph, baseball fans stand in the mist of fountains during 100-degree weather at Kauffman Stadium before a baseball game between the Kansas City Royals and the Chicago White Sox in Kansas City, Mo. Baseball's All-Star Game is to be held at the stadium next week. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel, File)</p><p>In this March 31, 2011, photograph, fans attend baseball game between the Kansas City Royals and the Los Angeles Angels at Kauffman Stadium in Kansas City, Mo. There will be no shortage of fans in the seats for next week's All-Star game. There were only a few tickets still available early this week for All-Star Sunday, which includes the Futures Game and the Legends and Celebrity Softball Game. The Home Run Derby and All-Star game are sold out. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Bryce Harper (34) follows through on a single against the San Francisco Giants during the third inning of a baseball game, Wednesday, July 4, 2012, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)</p><p>Washington Nationals' Bryce Harper is chased back to first base by Colorado Rockies second baseman Marco Scutaro (19) during the sixth inning of a baseball game Saturday, July 7, 2012 in Washington. The Nationals won 4-1. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>Pittsburgh Pirates' Andrew McCutchen, right, celebrates with teammate Casey McGhee after hitting a two-run home run off San Francisco Giants pitcher Tim Lincecum during the first inning of a baseball game in Pittsburgh, Sunday, July 8, 2012. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)</p><p>Los Angeles Angels shortstop Erick Aybar, left, and center fielder Mike Trout celebrates their 6-0 win against the Baltimore Orioles in a baseball game in Anaheim, Calif., Sunday, July 8, 2012. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)</p><p>New York Mets' R.A. Dickey delivers a pitch during the first inning of a baseball game against the Philadelphia Phillies, Thursday, July 5, 2012, in New York. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)</p><p>Washington Nationals right fielder Bryce Harper (34) holds his All-Star jersey during a ceremony before a baseball game with the Colorado Rockies, Sunday, July 8, 2012, in Washington. Harper was named to the All-Star game on Saturday. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>National League's Bryce Harper, of the Washington Nationals, warms up during MLB All-Star baseball batting practice, Monday, July 9, 2012, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)</p><p>American League's Miguel Cabrera, of the Detroit Tigers, left, Billy Butler, of the Kansas City Royals, and Prince Fielder, of the Tigers, talk during MLB All-Star baseball batting practice, Monday, July 9, 2012, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)</p><p>National League's Jay Bruce, of the Cincinnati Reds, Matt Cain, of the San Francisco Giants, and Craig Kimbrel, of the Atlanta Braves, talk in the outfield during MLB All-Star baseball batting practice, Monday, July 9, 2012, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)</p><p>American League's Josh Hamilton, of the Texas Rangers, warms up during MLB All-Star baseball batting practice, Monday, July 9, 2012, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)</p><p>National League manager Tony La Russa, left, talks to Rafael Furcal (15), of the St. Louis Cardinals, during MLB All-Star baseball batting practice, Monday, July 9, 2012, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)</p><p>Fans ask for autographs during MLB All-Star baseball batting practice, Monday, July 9, 2012, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)</p><p>American League's Yu Darvish, of the Texas Rangers, stands during warmups at MLB All-Star baseball batting practice, Monday, July 9, 2012, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/05/12/11668500-braves-beat-cardinals-7-4-complete-sweephttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/05/12/11668500-braves-beat-cardinals-7-4-complete-sweepmlbbravessportscardinalsatlanta-braveslouis-cardinalstony-la-russamichael-bournjason-heywardbrandon-beachylance-lynnSat, 12 May 2012 04:49:43 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>Atlanta Braves' Eric Hinske, right, argues with home plate umpire Mike Muchlinski after being called out on strikes during the eighth inning of a baseball game against the St. Louis Cardinals, Friday, May 11, 2012, in St. Louis. Hinske was thrown out of the game by Muchlinski. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Carlos Beltran, right, is congratulated by teammates in the dugout after hitting a solo home run during the eighth inning of a baseball game against the Atlanta Braves, Friday, May 11, 2012, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Carlos Beltran yells after hitting a two-run triple during the fifth inning of a baseball game against the Atlanta Braves, Friday, May 11, 2012, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)</p><p>Atlanta Braves catcher Brian McCann, left, talks with starting pitcher Mike Minor after Minor gave up a two-run triple to St. Louis Cardinals' Carlos Beltran during the fifth inning of a baseball game on Friday, May 11, 2012, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)</p><p>Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Brandon Beachy delivers during the first inning of a baseball game against the St. Louis Cardinals, Saturday, May 12, 2012, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)</p><p>Atlanta Braves' Brandon Beachy runs to first on an RBI-single during the fifth inning of a baseball game against the St. Louis Cardinals, Saturday, May 12, 2012, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Adam Wainwright walks off the mound after walking Atlanta Braves' Brian McCann with the bases loaded to score Martin Prado during the first inning of a baseball game on Saturday, May 12, 2012, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals second baseman Tyler Greene slides to stop a ground ball hit by Atlanta Braves' Michael Bourn during the first inning of a baseball game on Saturday, May 12, 2012, in St. Louis. Bourn was safe at first with a single. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Adam Wainwright throws during the second inning of a baseball game against the Atlanta Braves, Saturday, May 12, 2012, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Matt Holliday, right, is out at second as Atlanta Braves second baseman Dan Uggla turns the double play to end the during the sixth inning of a baseball game on Saturday, May 12, 2012, in St. Louis. Cardinals' David Freese was out at first. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)</p><p>Atlanta Braves' Brian McCann, right, scores on a single by teammate Brandon Beachy as St. Louis Cardinals' Yadier Molina, left, and Adam Wainwright, center, cover home during the fifth inning of a baseball game on Saturday, May 12, 2012, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Lance Lynn throws during the first inning of a baseball game against the Atlanta Braves on Sunday, May 13, 2012, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Jeff Curry)</p><p>Atlanta Braves third baseman Chipper Jones waves to fans after being honored by the St. Louis Cardinals on his upcoming retirement, before a baseball game Sunday, May 13, 2012, in St. Louis. The 40-year-old Jones, who is retiring after this year, got a rousing ovation from a packed crowd during the ceremony. He got a standing ovation before his first at-bat on Friday. (AP Photo/Jeff Curry)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Lance Lynn wipes off his face after walking Atlanta Braves' Dan Uggla during the third inning of a baseball game Sunday, May 13, 2012, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Jeff Curry)</p><p>Atlanta Braves' Jason Heyward watches his three-run double during the third inning of a baseball game against the St. Louis Cardinals on Sunday, May 13, 2012, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Jeff Curry)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/03/19/10759060-ex-cardinals-manager-tony-la-russa-has-book-dealhttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/03/19/10759060-ex-cardinals-manager-tony-la-russa-has-book-dealentertainmentusbooksla-russalouis-cardinalstony-la-russaMon, 19 Mar 2012 15:34:27 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>FILE - In a Sunday, Jan. 15, 2012 file photo, former St. Louis Cardinals manager Tony La Russa pauses while signing autographs for fans during the baseball team's annual Winter Warmup, in St. Louis. William Morrow announced Monday, March 19, 2012 that a La Russa memoir, "One Last Strike: Fifty Years in Baseball, Ten and a Half Games Back, and One Final Championship Season," is tentatively scheduled to come out this fall. The book will be co-written by Rick Hummel, a longtime reporter for the St. Louis Post-Dispatch. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson, File)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/02/21/10467858-la-russa-in-talks-to-work-for-mlbhttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/02/21/10467858-la-russa-in-talks-to-work-for-mlbmlbsportsla-russamajor-league-baseballtony-la-russacommissioner-bud-seligTue, 21 Feb 2012 17:10:43 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/02/21/10467483-la-russa-visiting-with-tigers-at-spring-traininghttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/02/21/10467483-la-russa-visiting-with-tigers-at-spring-trainingmlbsportstigersla-russatony-la-russadetroit-tigersvisitsTue, 21 Feb 2012 16:26:56 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post http://supersaiyan.newsvine.com/_news/2012/01/24/10229187-retired-manager-tony-la-russa-to-manage-nl-all-starshttp://supersaiyan.newsvine.com/_news/2012/01/24/10229187-retired-manager-tony-la-russa-to-manage-nl-all-starsmlbsportsbaseballtony-la-russala-russa-to-manage-nl-at-2012-all-star-gameWed, 25 Jan 2012 03:00:50 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/bookmark http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/01/24/10227405-retired-manager-la-russa-to-manage-nl-all-starshttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/01/24/10227405-retired-manager-la-russa-to-manage-nl-all-starsmlbsportsgamela-russatony-la-russastarall-star-gamefamer-john-mcgrawTue, 24 Jan 2012 21:16:08 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2011/11/13/8787269-cardinals-choose-matheny-as-la-russas-successorhttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2011/11/13/8787269-cardinals-choose-matheny-as-la-russas-successormlbsportscardinalsworld-serieslouis-cardinalstony-la-russamike-mathenymathenySun, 13 Nov 2011 23:27:24 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>This is a 2011 photo of Mike Matheny of the St. Louis Cardinals baseball team. The Cardinals have called a news conference for Monday Nov. 14, 2011 to announce the hiring of Matheny as manager. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2011/11/04/8639008-ap-source-cardinals-interview-matheny-for-managerhttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2011/11/04/8639008-ap-source-cardinals-interview-matheny-for-managermlbsportscardinalsmanagerworld-seriesassociated-presstony-la-russamike-mathenymathenycardinals-managerFri, 4 Nov 2011 20:50:40 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2011/11/01/8587064-mailbag-cards-secret-weapon-never-took-fieldhttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2011/11/01/8587064-mailbag-cards-secret-weapon-never-took-fieldforred-soxbaseballblue-jaystony-la-russarafael-furcalnl-westrasmusjohn-mozeliakonly-on-msnbc-comTue, 1 Nov 2011 23:24:32 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>St. Louis Cardinals Sr. Vice President and General Manager John Mozeliak speaks to reporters about Manager Tony La Russa's plans to retire after a news conference at Busch Stadium in St. Louis, Missouri, October 31, 2011.</p> <p>REUTERS/Sarah Conard (UNITED STATES - Tags: SPORT BASEBALL)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2011/10/31/8569395-column-la-russa-smart-enough-to-get-out-on-tophttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2011/10/31/8569395-column-la-russa-smart-enough-to-get-out-on-topsportsjim-litketony-la-russa103111Tue, 1 Nov 2011 00:14:50 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>St. Louis Cardinals manager Tony La Russa speaks at a news conference at Busch Stadium in St. Louis, Monday, Oct. 31, 2011. La Russa retired as manager of the Cardinals, three days after winning a dramatic, seven-game World Series against the Texas Rangers. (AP Photo/St. Louis Post-Dispatch, Chris Gooden) EDWARDSVILLE INTELLIGENCER OUT. THE ALTON TELEGRAPH OUT</p><p>FILE - In this Oct. 27, 2006 file photo, St. Louis Cardinals manager Tony La Russa waves to fans with his wife, Elaine, after the Cardinals won the World Series with a 4-2, Game 5 win over the Detroit Tigers, in St. Louis. La Russa retired as manager of the St. Louis Cardinals on Monday, Oct. 31, 2011, three days after winning a dramatic, seven-game World Series against the Texas Rangers. (AP Photo/Morry Gash, File)</p><p>FILE - In this Oct. 3, 1989 file photo, Oakland Athletics' manager Tony La Russa is shown during batting practice prior to the first game of the American League Championship Series against the Toronto Blue Jays, in Oakland, Calif. La Russa retired as manager of the St. Louis Cardinals on Monday, Oct. 31, 201, three days after winning a dramatic, seven-game World Series against the Texas Rangers. (AP Photo/Hans Deryk, File)</p><p>FILE - This Sept. 23, 1983 file photo shows Chicago White Sox manager Tony La Russa. La Russa retired as manager of the St. Louis Cardinals on Monday, Oct. 31, 2011, three days after winning a dramatic, seven-game World Series against the Texas Rangers. (AP Photo/File)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2011/10/31/8562118-after-3-world-series-titles-la-russa-retireshttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2011/10/31/8562118-after-3-world-series-titles-la-russa-retiresmlbsportscardinalsretiresla-russaworld-serieslouis-cardinalstony-la-russatexas-rangersus-newsla-russa-retiresMon, 31 Oct 2011 14:34:56 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>St. Louis Cardinals manager Tony La Russa speaks during a celebration for the Cardinals' 11th World Series victory, Sunday, Oct. 30, 2011, in St. Louis. The Cardinals defeated the Texas Rangers to win the series. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)</p><p>FILE - In this Oct. 30, 2011 file photo, St. Louis Cardinals manager Tony La Russa is shown during the teams World Series victory celebration, in St. Louis. Three days after winning the World Series, the 67-year-old manager announced his retirement at a news conference at Busch Stadium, Monday Oct. 31, 2011. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson, File)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals manager Tony La Russa, left, laughs with relief pitcher Octavio Dotel, center, Albert Pujols, right, and the rest of the team during a celebration of the baseball team's 11th World Series title, Sunday, Oct. 30, 2011, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)</p><p>FILE - In this Oct. 30, 2011 file photo, St. Louis Cardinals manager Tony La Russa speaks during a celebration for the Cardinals' 11th World Series victory, in St. Louis. Three days after winning the World Series, La Russa is retiring. The 67-year-old manager announced his retirement at a news conference Monday, Oct. 31, 2011 at Busch Stadium in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson, File)</p><p>FILE - In this Oct. 25, 2011 file photo, St. Louis Cardinals manager Tony La Russa smiles as he answers a question during a news conference, in St. Louis. Three days after winning the World Series, La Russa is retiring. The 67-year-old manager announced his retirement at a news conference Monday, Oct. 31, 2011 at Busch Stadium in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)</p><p>FILE - In this Oct. 25, 2011 file photo, St. Louis Cardinals manager Tony La Russa answers a question during a news conference, in St. Louis. Three days after winning the World Series, La Russa is retiring. The 67-year-old manager announced his retirement at a news conference Monday, Oct. 31, 2011 at Busch Stadium in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson, File)</p><p>FILE - In this Oct. 28, 2011 file photo, St. Louis Cardinals' Tony La Russa holds up the Commissioner's Trophy after Game 7 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers, in St. Louis. Three days after winning the World Series, La Russa is retiring. The 67-year-old manager announced his retirement at a news conference Monday, Oct. 31, 2011 at Busch Stadium in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel, File)</p><p>FILE - In this Oct. 30, 2011 file photo, St. Louis Cardinals manager Tony La Russa speaks during a victory celebration in honor of the Cardinals' 11th World Series in franchise history, in St. Louis. Three days after winning the World Series, La Russa is retiring. The 67-year-old manager announced his retirement at a news conference Monday, Oct. 31, 2011 at Busch Stadium in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson, File)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals manager Tony La Russa speaks at a news conference at Busch Stadium in St. Louis, Monday, Oct. 31, 2011. La Russa retired as manager of the Cardinals, three days after winning a dramatic, seven-game World Series against the Texas Rangers. (AP Photo/St. Louis Post-Dispatch, Chris Gooden) EDWARDSVILLE INTELLIGENCER OUT. THE ALTON TELEGRAPH OUT</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals manager Tony La Russa, center, speaks at a news conference at Busch Stadium in St. Louis, Monday, Oct. 31, 2011, flanked by team owner Bill DeWitt Jr., left, and general manager John Mozeliak. . La Russa retired as manager of the Cardinals, three days after winning a dramatic, seven-game World Series against the Texas Rangers. (AP Photo/St. Louis Post-Dispatch, Chris Gooden) EDWARDSVILLE INTELLIGENCER OUT. THE ALTON TELEGRAPH OUT</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals manager Tony La Russa, center, speaks at a news conference at Busch Stadium in St. Louis, Monday, Oct. 31, 2011, flanked by team owner Bill DeWitt Jr., left, and general manager John Mozeliak. La Russa retired as manager of the Cardinals, three days after winning a dramatic, seven-game World Series against the Texas Rangers. (AP Photo/St. Louis Post-Dispatch, Chris Gooden) EDWARDSVILLE INTELLIGENCER OUT. THE ALTON TELEGRAPH OUT</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals manager Tony La Russa, center, speaks at a news conference at Busch Stadium in St. Louis, Monday, Oct. 31, 2011, flanked by team owner Bill DeWitt Jr., left, and general manager John Mozeliak. La Russa retired as manager of the Cardinals, three days after winning a dramatic, seven-game World Series against the Texas Rangers. (AP Photo/St. Louis Post-Dispatch, Chris Gooden) EDWARDSVILLE INTELLIGENCER OUT. THE ALTON TELEGRAPH OUT</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals manager Tony La Russa, right, speaks at a news conference at Busch Stadium in St. Louis, Monday, Oct. 31, 2011. At left is team owner Bill DeWitt Jr. La Russa retired as manager of the Cardinals, three days after winning a dramatic, seven-game World Series against the Texas Rangers. (AP Photo/St. Louis Post-Dispatch, Chris Gooden) EDWARDSVILLE INTELLIGENCER OUT. THE ALTON TELEGRAPH OUT</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2011/10/30/8549197-series-champion-cardinals-a-big-hit-at-saints-ramshttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2011/10/30/8549197-series-champion-cardinals-a-big-hit-at-saints-ramsnflsportsramscardinalsworld-seriesnew-orleans-saintstony-la-russalouis-ramscelebrationSun, 30 Oct 2011 18:07:26 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>St. Louis Rams head coach Steve Spagnuolo, left, talks to St. Louis Cardinals baseball manager Tony La Russa before the start of an NFL football game between New Orleans Saints and St. Louis Rams Sunday, Oct. 30, 2011, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Tom Gannam)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals baseball players, from left, Jon Jay, Allen Craig and Daniel Descalso talk to some of the St. Louis Rams' coaching staff before the start of an NFL football game between the New Orleans Saints and the Rams on Sunday, Oct. 30, 2011, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Tom Gannam)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals baseball manager Tony La Russa puts on a St. Louis Rams jersey before the start of an NFL football game between New Orleans Saints and the Rams Sunday, Oct. 30, 2011, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Tom Gannam)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals baseball players stand during the national anthem before an NFL football game between New Orleans Saints and St. Louis Rams on Sunday, Oct. 30, 2011, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Tom Gannam)</p><p>ADDS ID'S - St. Louis Cardinals baseball players, from left, Jason Motte, Mitchell Boggs, Adam Wainwright and Jake Westbrook, stand during the national anthem before an NFL football game between New Orleans Saints and St. Louis Rams on Sunday, Oct. 30, 2011, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Tom Gannam)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals pitcher Chris Carpenter (39) walks off the field after participating in the coin toss before an NFL football game between the New Orleans Saints and the St. Louis Rams, Sunday, Oct. 30, 2011, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Tom Gannam)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2011/10/29/8532544-demarco-cardinals-show-guts-grab-gloryhttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2011/10/29/8532544-demarco-cardinals-show-guts-grab-glorymlbcardinalscarpenterlifebaseballla-russaworld-seriesserieslouis-cardinalstony-la-russabud-seligrussaonly-on-msnbc-comSat, 29 Oct 2011 07:08:51 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>ST LOUIS, MO - OCTOBER 28: Lance Lynn #62 and the St. Louis Cardinals celebrate after defeating the Texas Rangers 6-2 to win the World Series in Game Seven of the MLB World Series at Busch Stadium on October 28, 2011 in St Louis, Missouri. (Photo by Michael Heiman/Getty Images)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2011/10/28/8529910-freese-wins-world-series-mvp-after-magical-octoberhttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2011/10/28/8529910-freese-wins-world-series-mvp-after-magical-octobermlbsportsworld-seriesserieslouis-cardinalstony-la-russaalbert-pujolsmvpmark-mcgwirealbert-pujols'series-mvpdavid-freeseSat, 29 Oct 2011 03:47:39 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>St. Louis Cardinals' David Freese hits a two-run double during the first inning of Game 7 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers Friday, Oct. 28, 2011, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Ezra Shaw, Pool)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' David Freese hits a two-run double off Texas Rangers starting pitcher Matt Harrison during the first inning of Game 7 of baseball's World Series Friday, Oct. 28, 2011, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson) </p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' David Freese catches a foul ball hit by Texas Rangers' Josh Hamilton during the fifth inning of Game 7 of baseball's World Series Friday, Oct. 28, 2011, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' David Freese holds up the MVP trophy after Game 7 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers Friday, Oct. 28, 2011, in St. Louis. The Cardinals won 6-2 to win the series. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' David Freese celebrates with fans after Game 7 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers Friday, Oct. 28, 2011, in St. Louis. The Cardinals won 6-2 to win the series. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' David Freese celebrates after Game 7 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers Friday, Oct. 28, 2011, in St. Louis. The Cardinals won 6-2 to win the series. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' David Freese celebrates after Game 7 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers Friday, Oct. 28, 2011, in St. Louis. The Cardinals won 6-2 to win the series. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' David Freese looks at his MVP trophy while being interviewed after Game 7 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers Friday, Oct. 28, 2011, in St. Louis. The Cardinals won 6-2 to win the series. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' David Freese catches a ball hit by Texas Rangers' Josh Hamilton during the fifth inning of Game 7 of baseball's World Series, Friday, Oct. 28, 2011, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson) </p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2011/10/28/8515593-thriller-sends-series-to-1st-game-7-since-02http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2011/10/28/8515593-thriller-sends-series-to-1st-game-7-since-02mlbsportsworld-seriesserieslouis-cardinalstony-la-russachris-carpenteredwin-jacksonkyle-lohsegame-7world-series-game-7Fri, 28 Oct 2011 05:01:01 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>St. Louis Cardinals greet David Freese, right, at home after Freese hit a solo home run off a pitch by Texas Rangers' Mark Lowe in the 11th inning to win Game 6 of baseball's World Series 10-9, Thursday, Oct. 27, 2011, in St. Louis. The series is tied 3-3. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson) </p><p>Texas Rangers catcher Mike Napoli walks away as the St. Louis Cardinals celebrate after David Freese hit a walk-off home run during the 11th inning of Game 6 of baseball's World Series Thursday, Oct. 27, 2011, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' David Freese, middle, celebrates with his teammates after Freese hit a walk-off home run during the 11th inning of Game 6 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers Thursday, Oct. 27, 2011, in St. Louis. The Cardinals won the game 10-9 to tie the series 3-3. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' David Freese reacts after hitting a solo home run off a pitch by Texas Rangers' Mark Lowe in the 11th inning of Game 6 of baseball's World Series Thursday, Oct. 27, 2011, in St. Louis. The Cardinals won 10-9. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson) </p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' David Freese (23) reacts after hitting a walk-off home run during the 11th inning of Game 6 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers Thursday, Oct. 27, 2011, in St. Louis. The Cardinals won the game 10-9 to tie the series 3-3. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' David Freese rounds the bases after hitting a solo home run off a pitch by Texas Rangers' Mark Lowe in the 11th inning of Game 6 of baseball's World Series Thursday, Oct. 27, 2011, in St. Louis. The Cardinals won 10-9. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson) </p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2011/10/27/8512956-moneyball-strains-credibility-la-russa-sayshttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2011/10/27/8512956-moneyball-strains-credibility-la-russa-sayspeopleformoviebaseballhowla-russatony-la-russarussaonly-on-msnbc-comThu, 27 Oct 2011 23:31:50 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>ST LOUIS, MO - OCTOBER 27: Manager Tony La Russa sits in the dugout prior to Game Six of the MLB World Series against the Texas Rangers at Busch Stadium on October 27, 2011 in St Louis, Missouri. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2011/10/26/8498215-not-all-that-is-said-is-always-heard-in-sportshttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2011/10/26/8498215-not-all-that-is-said-is-always-heard-in-sportssportstim-dahlbergworld-seriestony-la-russa102611Wed, 26 Oct 2011 22:47:31 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>In this photo taken Monday, Oct. 24, 2011, the visiting team's dugout phone to the bullpen is shown after Game 5 of baseball's World Series between the St. Louis Cardinals and Texas Rangers in Arlington, Texas. Cardinals manager Tony La Russa is taking full responsibility for the bullpen phone mix-up that dearly cost the Cardinals Monday night. The Rangers won 4-2 and took a 3-2 edge in the Series. (AP Photo/Jamie Aron)</p><p>In this photo taken Monday, Oct. 24, 2011, the visiting team's dugout phone to the bullpen, bottom, left is shown after Game 5 of baseball's World Series between the St. Louis Cardinals and Texas Rangers in Arlington, Texas. Cardinals manager Tony La Russa is taking full responsibility for the bullpen phone mix-up that dearly cost the Cardinals Monday night. The Rangers won 4-2 and took a 3-2 edge in the Series. (AP Photo/Jamie Aron)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals manager Tony La Russa answers a question during a news conference Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2011, in St. Louis. The Cardinals are scheduled to play the Texas Rangers in Game 6 of baseball's World Series on Wednesday in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2011/10/25/8484627-phone-foulup-leaves-cards-on-world-series-brinkhttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2011/10/25/8484627-phone-foulup-leaves-cards-on-world-series-brinkmlbsportsphoneworld-seriesserieslouis-cardinalsbobby-valentinetony-la-russamanager-tony-la-russafoulupphone-foulupTue, 25 Oct 2011 22:48:39 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>St. Louis Cardinals' Yadier Molina, left and Tony La Russa wait for relief pitcher Jason Motte to enter the game during the eighth of Game 5 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers Monday, Oct. 24, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Eric Gay) </p><p>In this photo taken Monday, Oct. 24, 2011, the visiting team's dugout phone to the bullpen is shown after Game 5 of baseball's World Series between the St. Louis Cardinals and Texas Rangers in Arlington, Texas. Cardinals manager Tony La Russa is taking full responsibility for the bullpen phone mix-up that dearly cost the Cardinals Monday night. The Rangers won 4-2 and took a 3-2 edge in the Series. (AP Photo/Jamie Aron)</p><p>In this photo taken Monday, Oct. 24, 2011, the visiting team's dugout phone to the bullpen, bottom, left is shown after Game 5 of baseball's World Series between the St. Louis Cardinals and Texas Rangers in Arlington, Texas. Cardinals manager Tony La Russa is taking full responsibility for the bullpen phone mix-up that dearly cost the Cardinals Monday night. The Rangers won 4-2 and took a 3-2 edge in the Series. (AP Photo/Jamie Aron)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals manager Tony La Russa answers a question during a news conference Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2011, in St. Louis. The St. Louis Cardinals are scheduled to play the Texas Rangers in Game 6 of baseball's World Series Wednesday in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)</p><p>A telephone hangs on the wall inside the St. Louis Cardinals' dugout Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2011, at Busch Stadium in St. Louis. After Cardinals manager Tony La Russa wasn't able to properly communicate with his bullpen during Game 5 of baseball's World Series, perhaps it's time for baseball to consider upgrading from a device that's been around since Alexander Graham Bell invented it in 1876. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson) </p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2011/10/25/8475572-demarco-cards-game-5-loss-falls-on-la-russahttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2011/10/25/8475572-demarco-cards-game-5-loss-falls-on-la-russabaseballla-russaworld-seriesseriestony-la-russatexas-rangers'mike-napolimottenapolirussaonly-on-msnbc-comTue, 25 Oct 2011 06:29:49 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>St. Louis Cardinals' Yadier Molina, left and Tony La Russa wait for relief pitcher Jason Motte to enter the game during the eighth of Game 5 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers Monday, Oct. 24, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Eric Gay) </p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2011/10/24/8474007-disconnect-between-la-russa-bullpen-hurts-cardshttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2011/10/24/8474007-disconnect-between-la-russa-bullpen-hurts-cardsmlbsportsworldcardinalsbullpenworld-seriesserieslouis-cardinalstony-la-russacardinals-bullpenjason-motteTue, 25 Oct 2011 03:55:20 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>St. Louis Cardinals relief pitcher Octavio Dotel reacts during the eighth inning of Game 5 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers Monday, Oct. 24, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals relief pitcher Marc Rzepczynski throws during the eighth inning of Game 5 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers Monday, Oct. 24, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals relief pitcher Octavio Dotel throws during the eighth inning of Game 5 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers Monday, Oct. 24, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2011/10/20/8422415-cardinals-miss-key-pitches-signs-phone-callshttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2011/10/20/8422415-cardinals-miss-key-pitches-signs-phone-callsmlbsportscardinalsworld-seriesseriestony-la-russatexas-rangerslouis-cardinals'jason-motteFri, 21 Oct 2011 03:21:22 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Jaime Garcia throws during the first inning of Game 2 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers Thursday, Oct. 20, 2011, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Jamie Squire, Pool)</p><p>The Texas Rangers' Josh Hamilton breaks his bat on a pitch from St. Louis Cardinals' Jaime Garcia during the first inning of Game 2 of baseball's World Series Thursday, Oct. 20, 2011, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson) </p><p>Texas Rangers starting pitcher Colby Lewis throws during the first inning of Game 2 of baseball's World Series against the St. Louis Cardinals Thursday, Oct. 20, 2011, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Jamie Squire, Pool)</p><p>Texas Rangers manager Ron Washington watches from the dugout during the secoond inning of Game 2 of baseball's World Series against the St. Louis Cardinals Thursday, Oct. 20, 2011, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)</p><p>Texas Rangers' Josh Hamilton hits a RBI sacrifice fly ball against the St. Louis Cardinals during the ninth inning of Game 2 of baseball's World Series Thursday, Oct. 20, 2011, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson) </p><p>Texas Rangers' Ian Kinsler is congratulated in the dugout after scoring on a sacrifice fly ball during the ninth inning of Game 2 of baseball's World Series against the St. Louis Cardinals Thursday, Oct. 20, 2011, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Allen Craig hits a RBI single during the seventh inning of Game 2 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers Thursday, Oct. 20, 2011, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson) </p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' David Freese reacts after scoring in front of Texas Rangers catcher Mike Napoli during the seventh inning of Game 2 of baseball's World Series Thursday, Oct. 20, 2011, in St. Louis. Freese scored from third on a hit by Allen Craig. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Albert Pujols pauses during a pitching change during the ninth inning of Game 2 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers Thursday, Oct. 20, 2011, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Skip Schumaker (55) walks away as Texas Rangers catcher Mike Napoli throws back to the mound after Schumaker stuck out during the ninth inning of Game 2 of baseball's World Series Thursday, Oct. 20, 2011, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals relief pitcher Jason Motte (30) reacts as manager Tony La Russa takes him out of the game during the ninth inning of Game 2 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers Thursday, Oct. 20, 2011, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Rafael Furcal can't reach the ball resulting in a single for Texas Rangers' Ian Kinsler during the ninth inning of Game 2 of baseball's World Series Thursday, Oct. 20, 2011, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson) </p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Tony La Russa, right replaces pitcher Edwin Jackson with Mitchell Boggs during the sixth inning of Game 4 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers, Sunday, Oct. 23, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Eric Gay) </p><p>St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Edwin Jackson wipes his head as manager Tony La Russa come to the mound to take him out of the game during the sixth inning of Game 4 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers Sunday, Oct. 23, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals catcher Yadier Molina (4) talks to starting pitcher Edwin Jackson (22) during the fourth inning of Game 4 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers Sunday, Oct. 23, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Edwin Jackson throws during the first inning of Game 4 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers Sunday, Oct. 23, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Albert Pujols is seen in the dugout during the ninth inning of Game 4 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers Sunday, Oct. 23, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Rafael Furcal leaps over Texas Rangers' Mike Napoli to turn a double play on a ball hit by Mitch Moreland during the eighth inning of Game 4 of baseball's World Series Sunday, Oct. 23, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Lance Berkman argues with home plate umpire Ron Kulpa after striking out during the seventh inning of Game 4 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers Sunday, Oct. 23, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)</p><p>Texas Rangers' Mike Napoli, right, celebrates with Yorvit Torrealba (8) and Elvis Andrus (1) after hitting a three-run home run during the sixth inning of Game 4 of baseball's World Series against the St. Louis Cardinals Sunday, Oct. 23, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Allen Craig can't come up with a double hit by Texas Rangers' Elvis Andrus during the seventh inning of Game 4 of baseball's World Series Sunday, Oct. 23, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum) </p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Yadier Molina hits a RBI single during the second inning of Game 5 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers, Monday, Oct. 24, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Eric Gay) </p><p>St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Chris Carpenter throws during the first inning of Game 5 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers Monday, Oct. 24, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Mike Segar, Pool)</p><p>Texas Rangers' David Murphy makes a diving catch on a ball hit by St. Louis Cardinals' Nick Punto during the second inning of Game 5 of baseball's World Series Monday, Oct. 24, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)</p><p>Texas Rangers' Mitch Moreland is congratulated in the dugout after hitting a home run during the third inning of Game 5 of baseball's World Series against the St. Louis Cardinals Monday, Oct. 24, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Nick Punto reacts after flying out during the second inning of Game 5 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers, Monday, Oct. 24, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Eric Gay) </p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Skip Schumaker drives in a run while grounding out against the Texas Rangers during the second inning of Game 5 of baseball's World Series Monday, Oct. 24, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Eric Gay) </p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Chris Carpenter looks into the outfield after giving up a home run to Texas Rangers' Mitch Moreland during the third inning of Game 5 of baseball's World Series against the St. Louis Cardinals, Monday, Oct. 24, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Eric Gay) </p><p>Texas Rangers' Adrian Beltre reacts after hitting a home run during the sixth inning of Game 5 of baseball's World Series against the St. Louis Cardinals Monday, Oct. 24, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)</p><p>Texas Rangers' Adrian Beltre hits a home run during the sixth inning of Game 5 of baseball's World Series against the St. Louis Cardinals Monday, Oct. 24, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)</p><p>Texas Rangers' Adrian Beltre hits a home run off St. Louis Cardinals' Chris Carpenter during the sixth inning of Game 5 of baseball's World Series Monday, Oct. 24, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Eric Gay) </p><p>Texas Rangers' Adrian Beltre (29) is swarmed by teammates after hitting a home run during the sixth inning of Game 5 of baseball's World Series against the St. Louis Cardinals Monday, Oct. 24, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Nick Punto reacts after striking out with two runners on base during the sixth inning of Game 5 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers Monday, Oct. 24, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Nick Punto reacts after striking out with two runners on base during the sixth inning of Game 5 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers Monday, Oct. 24, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Nick Punto reacts after striking out with two runners on base during the sixth inning of Game 5 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers Monday, Oct. 24, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)</p><p>CORRECTS CARDINALS PLAYER TO MATT HOLLIDAY, INSTEAD OF LANCE BERKMAN - Texas Rangers' Ian Kinsler cannot handle the throw as St. Louis Cardinals' Matt Holliday advances to second during the second inning of Game 5 of baseball's World Series Monday, Oct. 24, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)</p><p>Texas Rangers' Mitch Moreland is congratulated by Yorvit Torrealba after hitting a home run during the third inning of Game 5 of baseball's World Series against the St. Louis Cardinals Monday, Oct. 24, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Chris Carpenter reacts after giving up a home run to Texas Rangers' Mitch Moreland during the third inning of Game 5 of baseball's World Series Monday, Oct. 24, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Albert Pujols sits in the dugout during the fourth inning of Game 5 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers Monday, Oct. 24, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals relief pitcher Octavio Dotel reacts during the eighth inning of Game 5 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers Monday, Oct. 24, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Yadier Molina, left and Tony La Russa wait for relief pitcher Jason Motte to enter the game during the eighth of Game 5 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers Monday, Oct. 24, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Eric Gay) </p><p>The St. Louis Cardinals bench watches during the ninth inning of Game 5 of baseball's against the Texas Rangers World Series Monday, Oct. 24, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)</p><p>Texas Rangers' Adrian Beltre celebrates with teammates after scoring on a two-run double by Mike Napoli during the eighth inning of Game 5 of baseball's World Series against the St. Louis Cardinals Monday, Oct. 24, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Albert Pujols pauses during a pitching change in the eighth inning of Game 5 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers Monday, Oct. 24, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Nick Punto can't handle a ball hit by Texas Rangers' David Murphy during the eighth inning of Game 5 of baseball's World Series Monday, Oct. 24, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2011/10/20/8422424-mailbag-dont-overstate-youngs-impact-on-rangershttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2011/10/20/8422424-mailbag-dont-overstate-youngs-impact-on-rangersrangersbaseballlcsworld-seriesseriestony-la-russabut-ial-westmike-napolifielderonly-on-msnbc-comalexi-ogandoFri, 21 Oct 2011 02:09:19 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>Texas Rangers' Michael Young celebrates after hitting a solo home run against the Detroit Tigers in the seventh inning of Game 6 of MLB's ALCS baseball playoffs in Arlington, Texas, October 15, 2011. REUTERS/Hans Deryk (UNITED STATES - Tags: SPORT BASEBALL)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2011/10/19/8404855-napoli-pujols-swing-deep-into-world-series-lorehttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2011/10/19/8404855-napoli-pujols-swing-deep-into-world-series-loremlbsportsrunningworld-seriesserieslouis-cardinalstony-la-russaalbert-pujolstexas-rangersworld-series-gameus-newsjosh-hamiltonbabe-ruthron-washingtonmatt-hollidaymike-napoliadrian-beltreyadier-molinareggie-jacksonskip-schumakermitch-morelandmatt-harrisonelvis-andrusderek-hollandcolby-lewisjaime-garciaalexi-ogandoallen-craigpinch-hitter-allen-craigron-kulpaslumping-josh-hamiltonmitchell-boggs'Thu, 20 Oct 2011 01:11:53 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Chris Carpenter dives to tag first base to get Texas Rangers' Elvis Andrus out during the first inning of Game 1 of baseball's World Series Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2011, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Chris Carpenter throws during the first inning of Game 1 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2011, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Chris Carpenter looks up after diving to tag first base to get Texas Rangers' Elvis Andrus out during the first inning of Game 1 of baseball's World Series Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2011, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)</p><p>Texas Rangers starting pitcher C.J. Wilson throws during the first inning of Game 1 of baseball's World Series against the St. Louis Cardinals Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2011, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)</p><p>Military personnel hold up a large flag before Game 1 of baseball's World Series between the St. Louis Cardinals and the Texas Rangers Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2011, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)</p><p>Military personnel hold up a large flag before Game 1 of baseball's World Series between the St. Louis Cardinals and the Texas Rangers Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2011, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)</p><p>Texas Rangers' Mike Napoli hits a two-run home run off St. Louis Cardinals' Chris Carpenter during the fifth inning of Game 1 of baseball's World Series Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2011, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson) </p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Lance Berkman hits a two-run single of Texas Rangers' C.J. Wilson during the fourth inning of Game 1 of baseball's World Series Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2011, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson) </p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Albert Pujols reacts after being hit by a pitch during the fourth inning of Game 1 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2011, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)</p><p>CORRECTS BERKMAN'S HIT TO SINGLE, INSTEAD OF DOUBLE - St. Louis Cardinals' Albert Pujols (5) and Matt Holliday (7) celebrate after scoring on a single by Lance Berkman during the fourth inning of Game 1 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2011, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)</p><p>CORRECTS BERKMAN'S HIT TO SINGLE, INSTEAD OF DOUBLE - St. Louis Cardinals' Albert Pujols reacts after scoring on a single by Lance Berkman during the fourth inning of Game 1 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2011, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)</p><p>CORRECTS BERKMAN'S HIT TO SINGLE, INSTEAD OF DOUBLE - St. Louis Cardinals' Albert Pujols (5) and Matt Holliday (7) celebrate after scoring on a single by Lance Berkman during the fourth inning of Game 1 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2011, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)</p><p>Texas Rangers right fielder Nelson Cruz can't come up with a hit by St. Louis Cardinals' Allen Craig during the sixth inning of Game 1 of baseball's World Series Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2011, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)</p><p>Texas Rangers right fielder Nelson Cruz can't come up with a hit by St. Louis Cardinals' Allen Craig during the sixth inning of Game 1 of baseball's World Series Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2011, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)</p><p>Texas Rangers right fielder Nelson Cruz can't come up with a hit by St. Louis Cardinals' Allen Craig during the sixth inning of Game 1 of baseball's World Series Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2011, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Allen Craig hits a RBI single off Texas Rangers' Alexi Ogando during the sixth inning of Game 1 of baseball's World Series Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2011, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson) </p><p>Texas Rangers' Nelson Cruz tracks down a RBI single by the St. Louis Cardinals' Allen Craig during the sixth inning of Game 1 of baseball's World Series Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2011, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson) </p><p>Texas Rangers' Mike Napoli is congratulated in the dugout after hitting a two-run home run during the fifth inning of Game 1 of baseball's World Series against the St. Louis Cardinals Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2011, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)</p><p>Texas Rangers' Mike Napoli is congratulated at home by Adrian Beltre (29) after Napoli hit a two-run home run during the fifth inning of Game 1 of baseball's World Series against the St. Louis Cardinals Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2011, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)</p><p>Texas Rangers' Mike Napoli is congratulated by manager Ron Washington and Yorvit Torrealba (8) after Napoli hit a two-run home run during the fifth inning of Game 1 of baseball's World Series against the St. Louis Cardinals Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2011, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Albert Pujols and Matt Holliday celebrate in the dugout after scoring on a hit by Lance Berkman during the fourth inning of Game 1 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2011, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)</p><p>Texas Rangers' Mike Napoli looks on, St. Louis Cardinals Albert Pujols, left and Matt Holliday react after scoring off of a Lance Berkman single during the fourth inning of Game 1 of baseball's World Series Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2011, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson) </p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Allen Craig reacts after hitting an RBI single during the sixth inning of Game 1 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2011, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals manager Tony La Russa is introduced before Game 1 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2011, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)</p><p>Texas Rangers' Elvis Andrus steps on St. Louis Cardinals' Chris Carpenter and is out at first base during the first inning at Game 1 of baseball's World Series between the St. Louis Cardinals and the Texas Rangers Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2011, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson) </p><p>Texas Rangers starting pitcher C.J. Wilson throws during the first inning of Game 1 of baseball's World Series against the St. Louis Cardinals Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2011, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Chris Carpenter throws during the third inning of Game 1 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2011, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)</p><p>Texas Rangers manager Ron Washington argues with home plate umpire Jerry Layne during the ninth inning of Game 1 of baseball's World Series against the St. Louis Cardinals Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2011, in St. Louis. The Cardinals won 3-2 to take a 1-0 lead in the series. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Nick Punto, Jason Motte (30) and Matt Holliday (7) celebrate after the ninth inning of Game 1 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2011, in St. Louis. The Cardinals won 3-2 to take a 1-0 lead in the series. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Jason Motte, right, celebrates with the team after the Cardinals won Game 1 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers 3-2, Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2011, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson) </p><p>St. Louis Cardinals first baseman Albert Pujols makes a play on a ball hit by Texas Rangers' Michael Young during the sixth inning of Game 1 of baseball's World Series Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2011, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals relief pitcher Jason Motte celebrates with catcher Yadier Molina after the final out in the ninth inning of Game 1 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2011, in St. Louis. The Cardinals won 3-2 to take a 1-0 lead in the series. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Matt Holliday (7) and Jon Jay (19) celebrate after the final out in the ninth inning of Game 1 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2011, in St. Louis. The Cardinals won 3-2 to take a 1-0 lead in the series. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)</p><p>Texas Rangers' Adrian Beltre grounds out in the 9th inning of Game 1 of baseball's World Series against the St. Louis Cardinals Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2011, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson) </p><p>St. Louis Cardinals relief pitcher Jason Motte throws during the ninth inning of Game 1 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2011, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals relief pitcher Marc Rzepczynski reacts after getting Texas Rangers' Esteban German to strike out during the seventh inning of Game 1 of baseball's World Series Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2011, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)</p><p>Fans go after a foul ball off the bat of St. Louis Cardinals' Lance Berkman during the eighth inning of Game 1 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2011, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Jaime Garcia throws during the first inning of Game 2 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers Thursday, Oct. 20, 2011, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Jamie Squire, Pool)</p><p>The Texas Rangers' Josh Hamilton breaks his bat on a pitch from St. Louis Cardinals' Jaime Garcia during the first inning of Game 2 of baseball's World Series Thursday, Oct. 20, 2011, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson) </p><p>Texas Rangers starting pitcher Colby Lewis throws during the first inning of Game 2 of baseball's World Series against the St. Louis Cardinals Thursday, Oct. 20, 2011, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Jamie Squire, Pool)</p><p>Texas Rangers' Adrian Beltre reacts after striking out during the fourth inning of Game 2 of baseball's World Series against the St. Louis Cardinals Thursday, Oct. 20, 2011, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' David Freese catches a line drive off the bat of Texas Rangers' Mike Napoli during the third inning of Game 2 of baseball's World Series Thursday, Oct. 20, 2011, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)</p><p>Texas Rangers manager Ron Washington watches from the dugout during the secoond inning of Game 2 of baseball's World Series against the St. Louis Cardinals Thursday, Oct. 20, 2011, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)</p><p>Texas Rangers' Elvis Andrus starts a double play on a ball hit by St. Louis Cardinals' Matt Holliday during the fourth inning of Game 2 of baseball's World Series Thursday, Oct. 20, 2011, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)</p><p>Texas Rangers' Josh Hamilton hits a RBI sacrifice fly ball against the St. Louis Cardinals during the ninth inning of Game 2 of baseball's World Series Thursday, Oct. 20, 2011, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson) </p><p>Texas Rangers' Ian Kinsler is congratulated in the dugout after scoring on a sacrifice fly ball during the ninth inning of Game 2 of baseball's World Series against the St. Louis Cardinals Thursday, Oct. 20, 2011, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Allen Craig hits a RBI single during the seventh inning of Game 2 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers Thursday, Oct. 20, 2011, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson) </p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' David Freese reacts after scoring in front of Texas Rangers catcher Mike Napoli during the seventh inning of Game 2 of baseball's World Series Thursday, Oct. 20, 2011, in St. Louis. Freese scored from third on a hit by Allen Craig. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)</p><p>Texas Rangers' Elvis Andrus, front, and Michael Young are congratulated in the dugout during the ninth inning of Game 2 of baseball's World Series against the St. Louis Cardinals Thursday, Oct. 20, 2011, in St. Louis. Andrus scored from third on a sacrifice fly by Young. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Albert Pujols pauses during a pitching change during the ninth inning of Game 2 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers Thursday, Oct. 20, 2011, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals relief pitcher Jason Motte (30) reacts as manager Tony La Russa takes him out of the game during the ninth inning of Game 2 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers Thursday, Oct. 20, 2011, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)</p><p>Texas Rangers' Ian Kinsler steals second against St. Louis Cardinals' Rafael Furcal during the ninth inning of Game 2 of baseball's World Series Thursday, Oct. 20, 2011, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson) </p><p>Texas Rangers' Michael Young takes batting practice Friday, Oct. 21, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. The Rangers are scheduled to play the St. Louis Cardinals in Game 3 of baseball's World Series on Saturday. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Lance Berkman stretches at the start of practice Friday, Oct. 21, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. The Cardinals will play the Texas Rangers in Game 3 of baseball's World Series on Saturday. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals manager Tony La Russa walks onto the field during practice at baseball's World Series Friday, Oct. 21, 2011 in Arlington, Texas. The Texas Rangers are scheduled to play the Cardinals in Game 3 on Saturday. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)</p><p>Texas Rangers' Adrian Beltre shows off his ripped batting glove to teammates after taking a few swings during practice Friday, Oct. 21, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. The Rangers are scheduled to play the St. Louis Cardinals in Game 3 of baseball's World Series on Saturday. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)</p><p>St. Louis Caridinals' Albert Pujols smiles as he jokes with teammates during batting practice at baseball's World Series Friday, Oct. 21, 2011 in Arlington, Texas. The Texas Rangers are scheduled to play the Cardinals in Game 3 on Saturday. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)</p><p>Texas Rangers' Nelson Cruz smiles as he waits for a turn in the cage during batting practice Friday, Oct. 21, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. The Rangers will play Game 3 of the World Series against the St. Louis Cardinals Saturday night. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)</p><p>Texas Rangers' Elvis Andrus throws during practice at baseball's World Series, Friday, Oct. 21, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. The Rangers are scheduled to play the St. Louis Cardinals in Game 3 on Saturday. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals first baseman Albert Pujols lays by the batting cage before the start of practice Friday, Oct. 21, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. The Cardinals will play the Texas Rangers in Game 3 of baseball's World Series on Saturday. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)</p><p>Texas Rangers manager Ron Washington (38) shakes hands with St. Louis Cardinals manager Tony La Russa before Game 3 of baseball's World Series Saturday, Oct. 22, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)</p><p>Former President George W. Bush, left, and Texas Rangers CEO Nolan Ryan watch action against the St. Louis Cardinals during Game 3 of baseball's World Series Saturday, Oct. 22, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum) </p><p>The St. Louis Cardinals and Texas Rangers are introduced before the beginning of Game 3 of baseball's World Series, Saturday, Oct. 22, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings) </p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Allen Craig hits a home run off Texas Rangers' Matt Harrison during the first inning of Game 3 of baseball's World Series Saturday, Oct. 22, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Eric Gay) </p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Allen Craig runs home after hitting a home run during the first inning of Game 3 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers Saturday, Oct. 22, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)</p><p>Texas Rangers starting pitcher Matt Harrison throws during the first inning of Game 3 of baseball's World Series against the St. Louis Cardinals Saturday, Oct. 22, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)</p><p>A fan takes a picture of the field during the first inning of Game 3 of baseball's World Series between the St. Louis Cardinals and the Texas Rangers Saturday, Oct. 22, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)</p><p>Texas Rangers' Mike Napoli reacts after umpire Ron Kulpa called St. Louis Cardinals' Matt Holliday safe at first during the fourth inning of Game 3 of baseball's World Series Saturday, Oct. 22, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)</p><p>Texas Rangers' Mike Napoli reacts after St. Louis Cardinals' Matt Holliday was called safe at first during the fourth inning of Game 3 of baseball's World Series Saturday, Oct. 22, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)</p><p>Texas Rangers' Mike Napoli reacts after umpire Ron Kulpa called St. Louis Cardinals' Matt Holliday safe at first during the fourth inning of Game 3 of baseball's World Series Saturday, Oct. 22, 2011, in Arlington, Texas.(AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)</p><p>Texas Rangers' Mike Napoli reacts after umpire Ron Kulpa called St. Louis Cardinals' Matt Holliday safe at first during the fourth inning of Game 3 of baseball's World Series Saturday, Oct. 22, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Albert Pujols hits a three-run home run during the sixth inning of Game 3 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers Saturday, Oct. 22, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Albert Pujols hits a three-run home run off Texas Rangers relief pitcher Alexi Ogando during the sixth inning of Game 3 of baseball's World Series Saturday, Oct. 22, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Albert Pujols watches his three-run home run in front of Texas Rangers catcher Yorvit Torrealba during the sixth inning of Game 3 of baseball's World Series Saturday, Oct. 22, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Albert Pujols celebrates with Nick Punto after hitting a three-run home run during the sixth inning of Game 3 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers Saturday, Oct. 22, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Albert Pujols hits a home run during the ninth inning of Game 3 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers Saturday, Oct. 22, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. The home run was Pujols' third of the game. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)</p><p>Texas Rangers relief pitcher Mike Gonzalez looks down as St. Louis Cardinals' Albert Pujols (5) rounds the bases after Pujols hit a two-run home run during the seventh inning of Game 3 of baseball's World Series Saturday, Oct. 22, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)</p><p>Former President George W. Bush, left, and Texas Rangers CEO Nolan Ryan react during the sixth inning of Game 3 of baseball's World Series Saturday, Oct. 22, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)</p><p>Texas Rangers relief pitcher Alexi Ogando reacts during the sixth inning of Game 3 of baseball's World Series against the St. Louis Cardinals Saturday, Oct. 22, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)</p><p>Texas Rangers catcher Yorvit Torrealba watches as St. Louis Cardinals' Rafael Furcal (15) congratulates Albert Pujols (5) after Pujols hit a three-run home run during the sixth inning of Game 3 of baseball's World Series Saturday, Oct. 22, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)</p><p>Texas Rangers relief pitcher Alexi Ogando reacts after St. Louis Cardinals' Albert Pujols hit a three-run home run during the sixth inning of Game 3 of baseball's World Series Saturday, Oct. 22, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Albert Pujols hits a two-run home run against the Texas Rangers during the seventh inning of Game 3 of baseball's World Series Saturday, Oct. 22, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Eric Gay) </p><p>St. Louis Cardinals catcher Yadier Molina tags out Texas Rangers' Mike Napoli after trying to score on a sacrifice fly by Yorvit Torrealba during the fourth inning of Game 3 of baseball's World Series Saturday, Oct. 22, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)</p><p>Texas Rangers catcher Yorvit Torrealba can't handle the throw as St. Louis Cardinals' Lance Berkman scores during the fourth inning of Game 3 of baseball's World Series Saturday, Oct. 22, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals catcher Yadier Molina tags out Texas Rangers' Mike Napoli after trying to score on a sacrifice fly by Yorvit Torrealba during the fourth inning of Game 3 of baseball's World Series Saturday, Oct. 22, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Albert Pujols reacts after the Texas Rangers' Nelson Cruz hit a two-run home run during the fourth inning of Game 3 of baseball's World Series Saturday, Oct. 22, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Eric Gay) </p><p>Texas Rangers' Josh Hamilton hits a RBI double during the first inning of Game 4 of baseball's World Series against the St. Louis Cardinals, Sunday, Oct. 23, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Eric Gay) </p><p>St. Louis Cardinals catcher Yadier Molina waits for a throw as Texas Rangers' Elvis Andrus scores from first on a double by Josh Hamilton during the first inning of Game 4 of baseball's World Series Sunday, Oct. 23, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)</p><p>Texas Rangers' Ian Kinsler singles against the St. Louis Cardinals during the second inning of Game 4 of baseball's World Series Sunday, Oct. 23, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Eric Gay) </p><p>Texas Rangers' Elvis Andrus celebrates as he crosses home during the first inning of Game 4 of baseball's World Series against the St. Louis Cardinals Sunday, Oct. 23, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Edwin Jackson throws during the first inning of Game 4 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers Sunday, Oct. 23, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)</p><p>Former President George W. Bush throws out the ceremonial first pitch before Game 4 of baseball's World Series between the St. Louis Cardinals and the Texas Rangers Sunday, Oct. 23, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)</p><p>Former President George W. Bush shakes hands with Nolan Ryan after throwing out the ceremonial first pitch before Game 4 of baseball's World Series between the St. Louis Cardinals and the Texas Rangers Sunday, Oct. 23, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)</p><p>Texas Rangers starting pitcher Derek Holland throws during the first inning of Game 4 of baseball's World Series against the St. Louis Cardinals Sunday, Oct. 23, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)</p><p>Texas Rangers' Mike Napoli hits a three-run home run during the sixth inning of Game 4 of baseball's World Series against the St. Louis Cardinals Sunday, Oct. 23, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)</p><p>Texas Rangers' Mike Napoli is congratulated by Nelson Cruz, left, and David Murphy after hitting a three-run home run during the sixth inning of Game 4 of baseball's World Series against the St. Louis Cardinals Sunday, Oct. 23, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)</p><p>Texas Rangers' Mike Napoli is congratulated by Nelson Cruz, left, and David Murphy after hitting a three-run home run during the sixth inning of Game 4 of baseball's World Series against the St. Louis Cardinals Sunday, Oct. 23, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Mitchell Boggs waits by the mound after giving up a three-run home run to Texas Rangers' Mike Napoli during the sixth inning of Game 4 of baseball's World Series Sunday, Oct. 23, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Eric Gay) </p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Tony La Russa, right replaces pitcher Edwin Jackson with Mitchell Boggs during the sixth inning of Game 4 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers, Sunday, Oct. 23, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Eric Gay) </p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Allen Craig reacts after striking out during the sixth inning of Game 4 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers Sunday, Oct. 23, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Allen Craig reacts after striking out during the sixth inning of Game 4 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers Sunday, Oct. 23, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)</p><p>Texas Rangers' Mitch Moreland takes the throw as St. Louis Cardinals' Jon Jay is out at first during the sixth inning of Game 4 of baseball's World Series Sunday, Oct. 23, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel) </p><p>Texas Rangers' Elvis Andrus leaps over St. Louis Cardinals' Lance Berkman (12) to turn a double play on a ball hit by David Freese during the fifth inning of Game 4 of baseball's World Series Sunday, Oct. 23, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya) </p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Allen Craig catches a fly ball off the bat of Texas Rangers' Michael Young during the fifth inning of Game 4 of baseball's World Series Sunday, Oct. 23, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez) </p><p>Texas Rangers' Ian Kinsler dodges a pitch by St. Louis Cardinals' Edwin Jackson during the fifth inning of Game 4 of baseball's World Series Sunday, Oct. 23, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Eric Gay) </p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Albert Pujols fouls out to first base during the fourth inning of Game 4 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers Sunday, Oct. 23, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Edwin Jackson throws during the first inning of Game 4 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers Sunday, Oct. 23, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Albert Pujols grounds out on a pitch from Derek Holland during the first inning of Game 4 of baseball's World Series Sunday, Oct. 23, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Eric Gay) </p><p>Former President George W. Bush throws out the ceremonial first pitch before Game 4 of baseball's World Series between the St. Louis Cardinals and the Texas Rangers Sunday, Oct. 23, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)</p><p>Texas Rangers' Mike Napoli hits a three-run home run during the sixth inning of Game 4 of baseball's World Series against the St. Louis Cardinals Sunday, Oct. 23, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)</p><p>Texas Rangers' Mike Napoli celebrates with Yorvit Torrealba (8) and Elvis Andrus (1) after hitting a three-run home run during the sixth inning of Game 4 of baseball's World Series against the St. Louis Cardinals Sunday, Oct. 23, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)</p><p>Fans cheer as Texas Rangers pitcher Derek Holland leaves the game during the ninth inning of Game 4 of baseball's World Series against the St. Louis Cardinals, Sunday, Oct. 23, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Eric Gay) </p><p>Texas Rangers starting pitcher Derek Holland is congratulated in the dugout after being taken out of the game during the ninth inning of Game 4 of baseball's World Series against the St. Louis Cardinals Sunday, Oct. 23, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)</p><p>Texas Rangers manager Ron Washington talks to starting pitcher Derek Holland before taking him out of the game during the ninth inning of Game 4 of baseball's World Series against the St. Louis Cardinals Sunday, Oct. 23, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Albert Pujols reacts as he walks back to the dugout after flying out during the ninth inning of Game 4 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers Sunday, Oct. 23, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. The Rangers won 4-0 to tie the series at 2-2. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)</p><p>Texas Rangers celebrate Mike Napoli's three-run home during the sixth inning of Game 4 of baseball's World Series against the St. Louis Cardinals, Sunday, Oct. 23, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Eric Gay) </p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Albert Pujols stretches before Game 5 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers on Monday, Oct. 24, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Yadier Molina hits a RBI single during the second inning of Game 5 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers, Monday, Oct. 24, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Eric Gay) </p><p>St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Chris Carpenter throws during the first inning of Game 5 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers Monday, Oct. 24, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Mike Segar, Pool)</p><p>Texas Rangers' Ian Kinsler cannot handle the throw as St. Louis Cardinals' Lance Berkman advances to second during the second inning of Game 5 of baseball's World Series Monday, Oct. 24, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)</p><p>Texas Rangers' David Murphy makes a diving catch on a ball hit by St. Louis Cardinals' Nick Punto during the second inning of Game 5 of baseball's World Series Monday, Oct. 24, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)</p><p>Texas Rangers' Mitch Moreland is congratulated in the dugout after hitting a home run during the third inning of Game 5 of baseball's World Series against the St. Louis Cardinals Monday, Oct. 24, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Nick Punto reacts after flying out during the second inning of Game 5 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers, Monday, Oct. 24, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Eric Gay) </p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Skip Schumaker drives in a run while grounding out against the Texas Rangers during the second inning of Game 5 of baseball's World Series Monday, Oct. 24, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Eric Gay) </p><p>Texas Rangers' Mitch Moreland hits a home run during the third inning of Game 5 of baseball's World Series against the St. Louis Cardinals, Monday, Oct. 24, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Eric Gay) </p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Chris Carpenter looks into the outfield after giving up a home run to Texas Rangers' Mitch Moreland during the third inning of Game 5 of baseball's World Series against the St. Louis Cardinals, Monday, Oct. 24, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Eric Gay) </p><p>Texas Rangers' Adrian Beltre reacts after hitting a home run during the sixth inning of Game 5 of baseball's World Series against the St. Louis Cardinals Monday, Oct. 24, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)</p><p>Texas Rangers' Adrian Beltre hits a home run during the sixth inning of Game 5 of baseball's World Series against the St. Louis Cardinals Monday, Oct. 24, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)</p><p>Texas Rangers' Adrian Beltre hits a home run off St. Louis Cardinals' Chris Carpenter during the sixth inning of Game 5 of baseball's World Series Monday, Oct. 24, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Eric Gay) </p><p>Texas Rangers' Adrian Beltre (29) is swarmed by teammates after hitting a home run during the sixth inning of Game 5 of baseball's World Series against the St. Louis Cardinals Monday, Oct. 24, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Nick Punto reacts after striking out with two runners on base during the sixth inning of Game 5 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers Monday, Oct. 24, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Nick Punto reacts after striking out with two runners on base during the sixth inning of Game 5 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers Monday, Oct. 24, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Nick Punto reacts after striking out with two runners on base during the sixth inning of Game 5 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers Monday, Oct. 24, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)</p><p>CORRECTS CARDINALS PLAYER TO MATT HOLLIDAY, INSTEAD OF LANCE BERKMAN - Texas Rangers' Ian Kinsler cannot handle the throw as St. Louis Cardinals' Matt Holliday advances to second during the second inning of Game 5 of baseball's World Series Monday, Oct. 24, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)</p><p>Texas Rangers' Mitch Moreland is congratulated by Yorvit Torrealba after hitting a home run during the third inning of Game 5 of baseball's World Series against the St. Louis Cardinals Monday, Oct. 24, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Chris Carpenter reacts after giving up a home run to Texas Rangers' Mitch Moreland during the third inning of Game 5 of baseball's World Series Monday, Oct. 24, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Albert Pujols sits in the dugout during the fourth inning of Game 5 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers Monday, Oct. 24, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)</p><p>Texas Rangers' Mike Napoli hits a two-run double during the eighth inning of Game 5 of baseball's World Series against the St. Louis Cardinals Monday, Oct. 24, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)</p><p>Texas Rangers' Mike Napoli hits a two-run double during the eighth inning of Game 5 of baseball's World Series against the St. Louis Cardinals Monday, Oct. 24, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)</p><p>Texas Rangers' Adrian Beltre hits a home run during the sixth inning of Game 5 of baseball's World Series against the St. Louis Cardinals Monday, Oct. 24, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals third base coach Jose Oquendo holds his hands up as Albert Pujols (5) stops at third on a hit by Matt Holliday during the seventh inning of Game 5 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers Monday, Oct. 24, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)</p><p>Texas Rangers starting pitcher C.J. Wilson throws during the first inning of Game 5 of baseball's World Series against the St. Louis Cardinals Monday, Oct. 24, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Mike Segar, Pool)</p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Nick Punto reacts after flying out during the second inning of Game 5 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers, Monday, Oct. 24, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Eric Gay) </p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Rafael Furcal is safe as Texas Rangers' Mitch Moreland can't handle the through during the third inning of Game 5 of baseball's World Series Monday, Oct. 24, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Eric Gay) </p><p>Texas Rangers' Ian Kinsler catches St. Louis Cardinals' Allen Craig stealing during the seventh inning of Game 5 of baseball's World Series Monday, Oct. 24, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Eric Gay) </p><p>Texas Rangers relief pitcher Neftali Feliz and catcher Mike Napoli react after St. Louis Cardinals' Lance Berkman (12) is out at first to end the ninth inning of Game 5 of baseball's World Series Monday, Oct. 24, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. The Rangers won 4-2 to take a 3-2 lead in the series. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)</p><p>Texas Rangers' Mike Napoli reacts to hitting a two-RBI double off St. Louis Cardinals' Marc Rzepczynski during the eighth inning of Game 5 of baseball's World Series Monday, Oct. 24, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Eric Gay) </p><p>St. Louis Cardinals' Albert Pujols hits a solo home run during the ninth inning of Game 3 of baseball's World Series against the Texas Rangers, Saturday, Oct. 22, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Eric Gay) </p>