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BenFred: The Cardinals have 99 problems, but a self-created pitching mess is by far the biggest
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BenFred: Cardinals bullpen could be scary good, if front office allows it
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Amir Garrett, Javier Báez argue as benches clear between Reds, Cubs
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BenFred: Cardinals better stop for gas on the way to Chicago
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BenFred: Missing All-Star game could be silver lining for Cardinals' Tommy Edman
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BenFred: It's time for Cardinals catcher Yadier Molina to rejoin his baseball flock
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Bernie's NL Central Tour: A Blitz Of Injuries Don't Slow Brewers, Reds And Cubs Yap And Play Hardball - Scoops
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Cardinals' offense should be protected from trades
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Cardinals bench coach Skip Schumaker interviewed for Marlins' managerial opening
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Cardinals have bullpen needs, but fans hear crickets
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BenFred: Cardinals can't — and won't — let Edman's value go to waste
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BenFred: Some of Cardinals' payroll should go to star starter who can spearhead rotation