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The St. Louis Cardinals haven't been at full strength over the last few days, but that hasn't stopped them from winning games. Cardinals All-Star slugger Willson Contreras missed the team's series against the Arizona Diamondbacks as he dealt with back spasms.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / May 24

Cardinals Slugger Named 'Most Pleasant' Surprise

The St. Louis Cardinals surely know how to pick catching talent. Take a look at the big league roster, for example. St. Louis has three-time All-Star Willson Contreras and moved him to first base because they had two other talented catchers at the big league level right now in Iván Herrera and Pedro Pagés.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / May 24

Red-Hot Cardinals All-Star Gave St. Louis Fans Major Scare

The St. Louis Cardinals took down the Arizona Diamondbacks on Friday night, but had to do so without the services of one of their biggest stars. Shortly before the game on Friday night, Cardinals slugger Willson Contreras was scratched from the showdown due to back spasms.

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St. Louis Cardinals News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 23

Why Willson Contreras was scratched from Cardinals lineup

The St. Louis Cardinals are set to take on the Arizona Diamondbacks on Friday in what should be a fun matchup. However, it was announced that St. Louis has officially scratched first baseman Willson Contreras from the lineup.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / May 22

Cardinals' Willson Contreras Gets 'Special' Endorsement

The St. Louis Cardinals made the big decision this past offseason to move on from former first baseman Paul Goldschmidt but the move has paid off for the team so far in 2025.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / May 20

Iván Herrera’s Scorching Start Has Proven Cardinals Right

The St. Louis Cardinals have one of the brightest young sluggers in baseball right now. St. Louis moved Willson Contreras to first base in order to open the door for Iván Herrera to have a bigger role.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / May 14

Cardinals MVP Starting To Become Clear Thanks To Hot Streak

The St. Louis Cardinals are the hottest team in baseball right now and it's not a coincidence that one of their most important hitters has recently turned things around.

MLB News / Field Level Media / May 5

Willson Contreras powers Cards' comeback past Pirates

Willson Contreras had two hits including a go-ahead two-run home run in the bottom of the sixth to help the host St. Louis Cardinals come back to beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 6-3 on Monday night.

MLB News / Field Level Media / May 4

Cards hold off Mets 6-5 to take first game of doubleheader

Willson Contreras went 3-for-4 for three RBIs and the St. Louis Cardinals held on for a 6-5 win against the visiting New York Mets in Game 1 of a doubleheader Sunday.

MLB News / Field Level Media / April 30

Cards race to 9-0 lead in Game 2 and sweep Reds

Willson Contreras belted a three-run homer and Pedro Pages added a solo shot to lead the St. Louis Cardinals to a 9-1 win and a sweep of a day-night doubleheader on Wednesday against the host Cincinnati Reds.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / April 16

How Much Should Cardinals Fans Be Concerned With Willson Contreras' Slump?

The St. Louis Cardinals currently have one of the league's most prolific offenses but not every player in their red-hot lineup is heating up. Cardinals

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / April 14

Cardinals 3-Time All-Star Has Clear Message For St. Louis Fans

The St. Louis Cardinals have had an up-and-down start to the 2025 Major League Baseball season, to say the least. St. Louis started the season 3-0 and has since gone 4-8.

St. Louis Cardinals News / Field Level Media / April 13

Willson Contreras, Jordan Walker helps Cardinals beat Phillies

Willson Contreras and Jordan Walker hit two-run homers to power the St. Louis Cardinals past the Philadelphia Phillies 7-0 Sunday. Nolan Arenado scored twice and drove in two runs as the Cardinals won their first series against the Phillies since the 2017 season.

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Should Cardinals Demote $87.5 Million Star To Minors Amid Horrific Batting Slump?

The St. Louis Cardinals have one of the league's hottest lineups but not every slugger on their roster is feeling the heat as the club sits with a lackluster 5-7 record.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / March 23

Chicago Cubs former star looking to energize Cubs NL Central rivals from new position

The Chicago Cubs parted ways with Willson Contreras at the end of the 2022 season. By many accounts, they made the decision to move on from their World Series catcher well before they let him walk out the proverbial door as a free agent and into the arms of the division rival St.

St. Louis Cardinals News / Athlon Sports / March 18

Cardinals' Gamble With Willson Contreras Is Already Paying Off

Through 12 spring training games, St. Louis Cardinals first baseman Willson Contreras has been outstanding in his new position. After spending nine seasons primarily in a catcher role with the Chicago Cubs and the Cardinals, the team announced that Contreras would be taking over at first during the offseason.

St. Louis Cardinals News / Athlon Sports / February 19

Cardinals All-Star Delivers 9-Word Message of Potential Historic Season

St. Louis Cardinals All-Star Willson Contreras will have a different role with the NL Central Club this season. The Cardinals are moving the longtime catcher to first base. This position change for Contreras comes after the 32-year-old played only 84 games last season due to multiple injuries.

St. Louis Cardinals News / The Forkball / January 24

Contreras Looking Forward to Position Change and Leadership Role

Willson Contreras will be one of the few remaining veterans on the major league roster for the 2025 season. After nearly a decade behind the plate, he is being asked to move to first base, replacing fan favorite Paul Goldschmidt, who signed with the Yankees in free agency.

St. Louis Cardinals News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 6

Cardinals moving catcher Willson Contreras to first base: Outlook, what it means for team and player

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St. Louis Cardinals News / Larry Brown Sports / November 6

Cardinals make big move with Willson Contreras

Two years after making a big splash by signing Willson Contreras, the St. Louis Cardinals are admitting that at least one aspect of that move has not worked out for them.

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St. Louis Cardinals News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 24

Cardinals to place standout catcher on injured list with finger fracture

St. Louis Cardinals catcher Willson Contreras could be in danger of missing the rest of the season should the outlook for his fractured finger require a longer rehab.

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