He signed a long-term deal to play baseball in the Gateway City. That is, the relief variety. At this writing there is only one left handed pitcher in the bullpen and he has an Earned Run Average of 9.00. Gateway City squawk radio participants are sounding like hockey callers with their doom and gloom attitudes and forecasts. Yet, the Cardinals are in first place in the National League Central.
Fans do forget that.
Still, the Red Bird bullpen is a cause for concern. Within the next thirty days, the Red Birds should be welcoming left handers Scott Radinsky and Jesse Osrosco home from the Disabled List. Going into Philadelphia, the team will be met by right-hander Mark Thompson, who is penciled in for middle relief. It is hoped that right-hander Matt Morris and perhaps Alan Benes will become available for duty shortly. Certainly these are all options.