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Willson Contreras wanted to be a Cardinal because of Albert Pujols
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Column: Willson Contreras is a St. Louis Cardinal — and we still
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Contreras, Marmol ejected in 7th, 08/22/2023
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What happened to Willson Contreras? Cardinals catcher forced to
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Willson Contreras: Catcher leaves Chicago Cubs for St. Louis Cardinals
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