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UCB September Project: Top 7 Cardinals Prospects

Posted on September 26, 2014 by Bob Netherton

Though no longer a regular blogger and now just a “Friend of the UCB”, occasionally one of their monthly projects comes along that grabs my attention and makes me want to pick up the keyboard again.   The annual “Top 7 … Continue reading →

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Tyler Lyons – The Best Kept Secret in the Farm System

Posted on July 20, 2013 by Bob Netherton

Just days after Jake Westbrook went on the disabled list with elbow soreness, Jamie Garcia’s shoulder finally gave out and his 2013 season would come to an end.  This was on May 17, and the bulk of the regular season … Continue reading →

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ScooterGate!

Posted on October 16, 2012 by Bob Netherton

Game Two of the National League Championship series was a wild affair, but perhaps for the wrong reasons.  Let me explain. In the top of the first inning, Carlos Beltran walks.  Matt Holliday follows that with a single to left … Continue reading →

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Cardinals Minor League Guide for the All Star Break

Posted on July 9, 2012 by Bob Netherton

The All Star Game break.  Four days without meaningful baseball.  Over those four days, we can watch an ESPN Tribute to the PED era and hear more calls of “back, back, back” than in the career of a chiropractor (the … Continue reading →

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June 30, 2012 – A Tale of Two Grounders

Posted on July 1, 2012 by Bob Netherton

Over the last couple of years, we have spent a lot of time digging through Cardinals history, looking at specific games or former players.  There has always been a reason, a subtext that connects some piece of the past to … Continue reading →

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Previewing the Memphis Redbirds – Pitching

Posted on April 9, 2012 by Bob Netherton

In this first of a four part series, we will take a closer look at the 2012 Memphis Redbirds.  In addition to all of the roster changes, we will also suggest a few things to pay attention to as the … Continue reading →

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Dealing with Postpujols Depression

Posted on April 7, 2012 by Bob Netherton

For immediate release: Albert Pujols is no longer with the Cardinals.  Over the winter, he signed a blockbuster 10 year contract with the California Anaheim Los Angeles errr Angels. According to the national media, that was the only story so … Continue reading →

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September 18, 1969 – Thanks Dad

Posted on January 28, 2012 by Bob Netherton

Reading through United Cardinals Bloggers postings of their top iconic moments, you quickly come to the conclusion that Cardinals fans are fortunate to have so many wonderful memories.  From Ozzie Smith’s home run to Mark McGwire’s 62nd, I think my … Continue reading →

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1960’s Post-season MVBOP awards

Posted on January 27, 2012 by Bob Netherton

While it is hard to look past the contributions of David Freese in the 2011 post-season, a singular award for outstanding performance makes it far too easy to overlook some unbelievable contributions of his teammates, and at times, those of … Continue reading →

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Go Crazy Folks vs Adios, Goodbye and Maybe That’s a Winner

Posted on January 26, 2012 by Bob Netherton

As the members of the United Cardinal Bloggers post their top five iconic moments in Cardinals history, Jack Buck’s famous “Go Crazy Folks” call has made more than one appearance.   And it should, it is certainly an iconic moment.   If … Continue reading →

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