Adam Wainwright’s 18-year MLB career came to a close on Sunday, as the longtime Cardinals starting pitcher made a pinch-hit appearance as a final sendoff to his time in the big leagues.
Prior to Sunday’s game against the Reds, the last game of Wainwright’s career, St. Louis held a 35-minute ceremony to honor his tenure with the franchise and his accomplished career in MLB.
During the ceremony, the team presented Wainwright with the perfect parting gift; a puppy.
