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David Freese, 2011 World Series MVP with Cardinals, retires after 11 seasons - ESPN
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David Freese, Cardinals' 2011 World Series hero, announces retirement after 11-season career
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Opinion, Former Cardinals player David Freese retires a legend
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Top St. Louis Cardinals moments from the past decade - Viva El Birdos
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David Freese.. - Blowout Cards Forums
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David Freese, 2011 World Series MVP, retires at 36 after 11 seasons
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The best players to wear every jersey number in Cardinals history - The Athletic
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David Freese declines induction into the St. Louis Cardinals' Hall of Fame
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