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Morel hit a two-run homer in the victory against the Reds on Wednesday after Cubs manager David Ross moved him to the bottom of the batting order.

ST. LOUIS — It took until his fifth career start against them, but Sandy Alcantara finally got a win against his former team.

The Cardinals are set to lose Rodney Hudson to retirement. Who should the team look to in his absence?

ST. LOUIS — When the Cardinals have talked and talked and talked some more about the potential length of their lineup — and how that will help them maintain a top offense without thunderous power — they sometimes extend that definition to reach the bench.

Because the Cardinals would not get the extension done before the draft, they could be looking at $5 million more per year on average.

ST. LOUIS — Into the breach of injured Cardinals starters and tired relievers Monday night marched Adam Wainwright, two months short of 41 years. The 17-season veteran knew he was going to be on the mound for six or seven innings, for 100 or so pitches, no matter the score.

PFF ranked the 32 best contracts in the league. Golden's is ranked 15th, as he is due only $2.25 million in 2022.

Cubs hitters Willson Contreras, Rafael Ortega and Nico Hoerner weighed in on the upcoming trade deadline.

Here are some of the players the Cardinals are counting on a bit extra in 2022.