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St Louis Cardinals should carry third catcher, pitch-hit for Yadier Molina
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St. Louis Cardinals reveal WC roster, Game 1 lineup
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Several teams are interested in Yadier Molina and the Cardinals have signed a minor-league catcher - A Hunt and Peck - Viva El Birdos
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Yadier Molina to retire after 2022 season
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18 years ago, Yadier Molina was an instant hit in his debut with the Cardinals
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Molina stays ready, waits, says in interview he could retire with 'head held high' if no offer fits
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MLB on X: Back for his 18th season. Yadier Molina is reportedly returning to the @Cardinals on a one-year deal, per @JonHeyman. / X
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Cardinals to sign Yadier Molina to on-year extension
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Molina drives in three as Cardinals win third straight, 8-4 over Cubs Midwest News - Bally Sports
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Sour loss to Nats shows what can lift Cardinals as Yadier Molina 'smells' September rush
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Cardinals C Yadier Molina placed on bereavement list