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Molina gets into opponents' heads
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Molina reportedly gaining interest from Mets, Yankees
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Willson Contreras to see more time at DH, outfield for last-place Cardinals, but is the catcher the problem?
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Cardinals Have Discussed Coaching Job With Yadier Molina - MLB Trade Rumors
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Yadier Molina signed jersey for Willson Contreras
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Molina gets into opponents' heads
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Cardinals, Willson Contreras agree to deal five-year, $87.5M deal in MLB free agency, per report
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Andrew Knizner among several backup catcher options for Cardinals
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MLB rumors: Why Cardinals maintain edge over Yankees for free-agent catcher Yadier Molina