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Cardinals' Miles Mikolas extension removes a question for 2024
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Adam Wainwright has groin strain and will open 2023 season on
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Wainwright, Molina Make History, Then Lead Cards Over Brews
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Cardinals roll out rotation plans with starts for Connor Thomas
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Cardinals pitcher Miles Mikolas swings a big bat in Brewers' home
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Cardinals capitalize on fast start to trounce Brewers
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Wainwright Wins as Cardinals Take Series Finale - Last Word On
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Cardinals will benefit from Adam Wainwright's influence but not
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Adam Wainwright starts first World Baseball Classic game for Team USA
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Mikolas hurt in return, Molina homers, Cards top Cubs 2-1