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Relive The Ride: Yadier Molina's top MLB moments
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First Pitch: After a historic 700 home runs, Albert Pujols continues to be top option
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Adam Wainwright reveals exact moment he decided to return in 2023
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Bold Prediction: Albert Pujols Returns for One More Year, St. Louis Metro News, St. Louis
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Coaches Albert, Maddux won't return for Cardinals in 2023
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Albert Pujols returns to St. Louis, homers in first at-bat! (And gets a standing ovation!)
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He's baaaaack: Albert Pujols returns from fractured wrist, but not in lineup tonight - NBC Sports
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Longtime ace Adam Wainwright returns to Cardinals for 2023 season, per source
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St. Louis Cardinals slugger Albert Pujols chases 700 home run baseball glory : NPR
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Albert Pujols makes return to Busch Stadium
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