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Re: Willson is (upset) that Cards don’t retaliate
Posted: 02 Jul 2025 06:53 am
by OldRed
This is from an article I just read:
“Willson Contreras had x-rays on his left hand, they are negative. His status is day-to-day, the Cardinals say.”
Contreras is expected to rest for a few days, with a potential return during the upcoming series at Wrigley Field against the Chicago Cubs on Friday. This update carries weight for a Cards team that leans heavily on his bat and veteran leadership. Through 81 games in 2025, he is batting .249 with 11 home runs, 51 RBIs, and 42 runs scored. Contreras is currently on pace to eclipse 100 RBIs—production that highlights just how vital he is to the heart of the lineup.
Behind the plate, the 10-year veteran remains a key presence in managing the pitching staff, which only amplifies the impact of any absence. While Ivan Herrera has proven to be a capable backup, Contreras’ experience, power, and leadership make him difficult to replace. His ability to play both catcher and first base also provides valuable flexibility that stabilizes the Cardinals catcher situation and overall lineup depth.
Who writes this (bleep)?
Re: Willson is (upset) that Cards don’t retaliate
Posted: 02 Jul 2025 07:05 am
by Futuregm2
OldRed wrote: ↑02 Jul 2025 06:53 am
This is from an article I just read:
“Willson Contreras had x-rays on his left hand, they are negative. His status is day-to-day, the Cardinals say.”
Contreras is expected to rest for a few days, with a potential return during the upcoming series at Wrigley Field against the Chicago Cubs on Friday. This update carries weight for a Cards team that leans heavily on his bat and veteran leadership. Through 81 games in 2025, he is batting .249 with 11 home runs, 51 RBIs, and 42 runs scored. Contreras is currently on pace to eclipse 100 RBIs—production that highlights just how vital he is to the heart of the lineup.
Behind the plate, the 10-year veteran remains a key presence in managing the pitching staff, which only amplifies the impact of any absence. While Ivan Herrera has proven to be a capable backup, Contreras’ experience, power, and leadership make him difficult to replace. His ability to play both catcher and first base also provides valuable flexibility that stabilizes the Cardinals catcher situation and overall lineup depth.
Who writes this (bleep)?
To that writer: Tell me you don’t pay attention without telling me you don’t pay attention.
Re: Willson is (upset) that Cards don’t retaliate
Posted: 02 Jul 2025 07:12 am
by JDW
scoutyjones2 wrote: ↑01 Jul 2025 22:27 pm
Baseball Savant wrote: ↑01 Jul 2025 21:39 pm
Well said Willson.
Reynolds should be drilled first inning tomorrow
Eye for an eye
Is there a quote or something?
Duh, It's in the Bible.
Re: Willson is (upset) that Cards don’t retaliate
Posted: 02 Jul 2025 07:15 am
by Absolut
OldRed wrote: ↑02 Jul 2025 06:53 am
This is from an article I just read:
“Willson Contreras had x-rays on his left hand, they are negative. His status is day-to-day, the Cardinals say.”
Contreras is expected to rest for a few days, with a potential return during the upcoming series at Wrigley Field against the Chicago Cubs on Friday. This update carries weight for a Cards team that leans heavily on his bat and veteran leadership. Through 81 games in 2025, he is batting .249 with 11 home runs, 51 RBIs, and 42 runs scored. Contreras is currently on pace to eclipse 100 RBIs—production that highlights just how vital he is to the heart of the lineup.
Behind the plate, the 10-year veteran remains a key presence in managing the pitching staff, which only amplifies the impact of any absence. While Ivan Herrera has proven to be a capable backup, Contreras’ experience, power, and leadership make him difficult to replace. His ability to play both catcher and first base also provides valuable flexibility that stabilizes the Cardinals catcher situation and overall lineup depth.
Who writes this (bleep)?
AI
Re: Willson is (upset) that Cards don’t retaliate
Posted: 02 Jul 2025 07:18 am
by Goldfan
“WC concerned frustrated seeks protection”
Well Willson perhaps if you didn’t stand right on top of the plate with HANDS out in front of you literally hanging over the plate…..maybe just maybe you wouldn’t get hit so much in your HANDS
Re: Willson is (upset) that Cards don’t retaliate
Posted: 02 Jul 2025 07:36 am
by sikeston bulldog2
icon wrote: ↑01 Jul 2025 22:30 pm
hmoss859 wrote: ↑01 Jul 2025 22:25 pm
MIDMOBIRDTWO wrote: ↑01 Jul 2025 22:22 pm
His hands are very close to the strike zone, not sure if it is all the pitchers fault. He doesn't seem to try very hard to get out of the way or adjust his hands so they don't keep hitting him.
Not sure it is going to change things just hitting some guy.
Oh it changes things in a good way.
You have to make them pay
You really want for Gray to risk getting tossed immediately if the ump thinks he deliberately plunked somebody? That would be dumb.
This is exactly what will happen, so Gray don’t do the hitting, let a reliever.
Re: Willson is (upset) that Cards don’t retaliate
Posted: 02 Jul 2025 07:59 am
by scoutyjones2
JDW wrote: ↑02 Jul 2025 07:12 am
scoutyjones2 wrote: ↑01 Jul 2025 22:27 pm
Baseball Savant wrote: ↑01 Jul 2025 21:39 pm
Well said Willson.
Reynolds should be drilled first inning tomorrow
Eye for an eye
Is there a quote or something?
Duh, It's in the Bible.
Re: Willson is (upset) that Cards don’t retaliate
Posted: 02 Jul 2025 08:01 am
by dugoutrex
Sonny can take care of it after he gives up a few runs and the game is out of hand!
Re: Willson is (upset) that Cards don’t retaliate
Posted: 02 Jul 2025 08:24 am
by 45s
Cusecards wrote: ↑01 Jul 2025 21:47 pm
Spot on!
You can’t let a collection of stiffs push you around!
a little help please..
which team is the collection of stiffs???
Re: Willson is (upset) that Cards don’t retaliate
Posted: 02 Jul 2025 08:34 am
by rockondlouie
Today's the day to nail Reynolds or Cruz.
Yesterday was a 0-0 game until bottom of the 8th, not smart to do it then.
Re: Willson is (upset) that Cards don’t retaliate
Posted: 02 Jul 2025 08:36 am
by ilcubuffs
Would have greater impact if Cardinal pitchers started throwing at Cardinal batters and Marmot. Lack of production and in game strategy is self evident.
Re: Willson is (upset) that Cards don’t retaliate
Posted: 02 Jul 2025 08:37 am
by scoutyjones2
ilcubuffs wrote: ↑02 Jul 2025 08:36 am
Would have greater impact if Cardinal pitchers started throwing at Cardinal batters and Marmot. Lack of production and in game strategy is self evident.
What strategy did Oli not employ? Enlighten me please.
Re: Willson is (upset) that Cards don’t retaliate
Posted: 02 Jul 2025 08:50 am
by rockondlouie
scoutyjones2 wrote: ↑02 Jul 2025 08:37 am
ilcubuffs wrote: ↑02 Jul 2025 08:36 am
Would have greater impact if Cardinal pitchers started throwing at Cardinal batters and Marmot. Lack of production and in game strategy is self evident.
What strategy did Oli not employ? Enlighten me please.
Squeeze play in the 9th w/VSII?
Re: Willson is (upset) that Cards don’t retaliate
Posted: 02 Jul 2025 08:52 am
by scoutyjones2
rockondlouie wrote: ↑02 Jul 2025 08:50 am
scoutyjones2 wrote: ↑02 Jul 2025 08:37 am
ilcubuffs wrote: ↑02 Jul 2025 08:36 am
Would have greater impact if Cardinal pitchers started throwing at Cardinal batters and Marmot. Lack of production and in game strategy is self evident.
What strategy did Oli not employ? Enlighten me please.
Squeeze play in the 9th w/VSII?
Have you seen MLB players bunt? Have you seen Argo's horrible attempts?
I suspect the team knows they blow at bunting. How many squeeze plays occur in MLB? Bunting is a lost art throughout the league.
Re: Willson is (upset) that Cards don’t retaliate
Posted: 02 Jul 2025 08:59 am
by sdaltons
No clue who Argo is but all of that sounds like a reason to...idk...practice bunting.
Re: Willson is (upset) that Cards don’t retaliate
Posted: 02 Jul 2025 09:01 am
by scoutyjones2
sdaltons wrote: ↑02 Jul 2025 08:59 am
No clue who Argo is but all of that sounds like a reason to...idk...practice bunting.
Agreed. Someone like Argo (VS2 's rap name) should master that...
But again, it's all across MLB.