All controversies aside, it awfully nice to know that the Cardinals regular season opener is only a few days away. It's a ray of sunshine amidst the constant rain and a much needed alternative to the free-falling Blues.
And, sure spring training doesn't mean much, but this team is rolling right now. Another 8 runs scored yesterday with Skip Schumaker leading the way pushed the team to 16-10 overall, just 1.5 games out! I think this calls for some links to celebrate the Cardinals' spring training dominance.
From the shocking news department: Juan Gonzalez has abandoned his comeback and is headed home [STL Today]
More from the shocking news department: Centene is reportedly not following through with their move to Ballpark Village [STL Today]
East St. Louis native, Cuonzo Martin is taking over for Barry Hinson at Missouri State [Springfield News-Leader]
Tyoka Jackson's altercation with a flight attendant cost him a bit less than the flight attendant had hoped for [STL Today]
The Anthony Reyes debate as seen by Larry Borowski [Viva El Birdos]
It looks like as of today, the Brian Roberts-to-the-Cubs rumors are dead. Of course, that is bound to change tomorrow [MLB Trade Rumors]
Some believe that Jake Long might be a done deal for the Rams in the #2 slot of the draft. [Turfshow Times]
Finally, a definitive account from the guy who holds a college basketball bench together during tight games [JoeSportsFan.com]