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Waiting for MLB’s First Billion-Dollar Player
Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images Would you rather have a guaranteed $140 million today or a chance at $1 billion six years from now? That very well may have been the decision facing Konnor Griffin earlier this month, and we know which path he chose. The vast majority of us probably would have made the same decision as Griffin, who signed a nine-year, $140 million deal with the Pirates less than a week into his major league career.
Iran’s Right to Self-defence
On the early hours of 13 June 2025, Israel launched an unprovoked act of aggression on Iran and its people. The beleaguered Zionist regime of Benjamin Netanyahu (Mileikowsky from Poland), whose government faces severe political pressure, and he faces jail time in an Israeli prison for abuses of power in office, believes his political survival and personal freedom rests on the need for continual war.
Navigating Intellectual Property in Education Ethical, Legal, and Practical Strategies for Educators
1. Introduction Higher Education professionals face significant challenges in managing intellectual property (IP) when developing educational materials, assessments, and presentations. These challenges are compounded by the evolving nature of digital education, where the boundaries of copyright and licensing are continually tested.
Realist and Constructivist Interpretations and Representations of the Second Nagorno-Karabakh War: As an Event and as a Process
1. Introduction The Second Nagorno-Karabakh War broke out on the 27 September and lasted until the 10 November 2020, marking the renewed open conflict of an unresolved crisis that had been heating and cooling since 1988, even before the Soviet Union dissolved (Amirkhanyan, 2022). The correlation of forces and the balance of power shifted over time away from Armenia’s favor to Azerbaijan’s favor.
The Arrest of Durov Isn’t Just About Telegram
The arrest of Telegram founder Pavel Durov, when he had decided to take a little trip to Paris, has caused a stir in various spheres – from the business and tech world to media and politics. We will focus on the latter, especially as the incident is becoming another milestone in a wider political reorganization. Durov comes from a niche that claims transnational status above all else.
Understanding US version of ‘red line’ in backdrop of Israel’s war on Gaza
Over the years, in the sphere of international relations where the US has played an active role, one of the tools of its foreign policy rhetoric and practice, has been the invocation of red lines as a form of deterrence and an implied threat against its enemies. It’s a form of coercive diplomacy. But what are red lines exactly, a frequently used term and concept that has been invoked in the 21st century international relations? A definition that sets the tone of the word ‘red lines’ is as follows.
Rise of Front and Proxy Media in 21st Century International Relations
Now is the one of the most critical points arriving in recent global history, where the ability to be a subject and not an object of events is not only desirable, but an act that can determine the difference between life and death of nations and civilisations. The global geopolitical order is undergoing a massive and all-encompassing transformation, at an increasing pace it is moving away from the Western-Centric United States-led Unipolar Order towards a Non-Western-Centric Multipolar Order.
Why domestic pressure is pushing the US to abandon Ukraine
Before coming to the point and answering the question as to whether the West is in the process of abandoning Ukraine or not, there is a need to delve into the general geostrategic thinking of the United States, the role of similar conflicts historically, and then the origins as to how and why the current Ukraine war was fought. This geostrategic thinking is often found deeply embedded in the ideas of contestation of power and the influence of realism in geopolitics.
Populism in Sweden: As a Political Ideology and a Communication Tactic
Abstract Populism is a highly contested and politicized word in the world of political science, and Sweden is no exception in this respect. It is a loaded and emotive word and term that is broadly defined and interpreted by various actors and interests. It has academic definitions, and practical applications that are used to describe the term and its effects, importantly populism, are also used as an accusation to try and disadvantage a political opponent.
In Gaza War not all victims are equal: A critique of US rules-based order
Not long ago, the United States preached to the world to follow an order based on international law. But the sheer number of times it broke international law meant it had to come up with a new term. It then began mooting a ‘rules-based’ system, which Washington says must dictate how foreign affairs are conducted. This situation has always had an air of hypocrisy about it, not to mention the underlying message of ‘do as we say and not as we do’.
Time for Taking a Critical Turn of Realism for Understanding Contemporary International Relations?
The bedrock of realism in international relations is founded on the notions of a state-centred approach to the study of rational logic of man in pursuing national self-interest. However, this is an increasingly difficult task of trying to derive meaningful assessments and interpretations of people, events and processes in the geopolitics of the 21st century as the role of emotions and seemingly illogical actions come increasingly to the fore of international relations.
3 Cardinals prospects who should not get a September call-up
With this season a lost cause, the Cardinals could use the last several weeks to get a glimpse of the future. However, there are some players who shouldn't join the major league roster this fall. By Greg Simons | 12:00 PM EDT As the season winds down for teams with no real chance of making the postseason, taking a look at players who could be part of their future success makes sense a lot of the time, but not all the time.
Cleveland Prospect Chase DeLauter Describes His Scissor Swing
“There’s something about his swing that looks odd and unnatural, but DeLauter otherwise looks like a middle-of-the-order bat from a tools perspective.” Eric Longenhagen shared that scouting perspective when describing Chase DeLauter back in January.
4 potential trade destinations for St. Louis Cardinals' Jordan Hicks
The Cardinals are going to have a losing record at the August 1 trade deadline. Sure, they play in a weak division, but the Brewers and Reds are far enough ahead that St. Louis has basically no chance at a National League Central crown. And a Wild Card berth is equally as unlikely, with even more teams to leapfrog. Given their predicament, it makes perfect sense for the Cardinals to trade away all of their pending free agents, and quite possibly more players than that.
4 potential trade destinations for Jack Flaherty
Unless the Cardinals go on a really hot streak, dealing away their impending free agents makes perfect sense. Where could the enigmatic Flaherty end up? Securely in last place and well under .500 as we approach the All-Star break, the St. Louis Cardinals have about three weeks to figure out what exactly they plan to do about not only the 2023 season but also future campaigns. Will they catch fire, soar back to a break-even record, and then push for a playoff spot?
The game will tell you when you're done like it is for Cardinals' Adam Wainwright
Nearly 23,000 players have appeared in a major league game. Roughly 22,000 of them have finished their big league careers. Do the math, and approximately 150 players finish their careers each and every season, probably more than that these days with nearly double the number of teams in the league compared to a century ago. Some players barely get a sip of coffee, let alone a cup, the Moonlight Grahams of history, stepping onto the field once - or if they're fortunate, a handful of times.
3 St. Louis Cardinals trade rumors to shoot down
Just because the 2023 season isn't going well for the St. Louis Cardinals doesn't mean they should punt on 2024. The last time the Redbirds had a losing record was 16 years ago when the '07 edition of this storied franchise went 78-84. Prior to that, you have to return to the previous millennium to find another losing record, as St. Louis went 75-86 in the 1999 campaign. Back-to-back sub-.500 years? That would be 1994-'95, two shortened seasons that were bad for the entire sport.
Cardinals players witnessed the passing of the torch in the WBC final
The World Baseball Classic final between the United States and Japan featured a trio of St. Louis Cardinals players. Lars Nootbaar had an RBI groundout. Nolan Arenado singled, walked, and started a double play from what is usually the shortstop position. Paul Goldschmidt whiffed twice and grounded into a double play of his own, accounting for five outs in his four plate appearances.
Rough day for Cardinals players in Japan-Mexico WBC semifinal
While the World Baseball Classic has been a success for the Cardinals, the Japan-Mexico semifinal was not their best showing Outfielder Lars Nootbaar clearly is one of the most identifiable St. Louis Cardinals on a non-U.S. roster for the World Baseball Classic. His pepper grinder celebratory move is all the rage among his teammates, and his Noot nickname has brought Pingu the Penguin and his signature sound fully into the public's consciousness.
Counting down the 20 most important Cardinals in 2023: #13 Brendan Donovan
Counting down the 20 most important Cardinals in 2023: #13 Brendan Donovan Defensive flexibility has become more and more important in recent years as teams give players extra days of rest, platoon them depending on the starting pitcher's handedness, and tweak defensive positioning - though the last of those will be limited beginning this season. Players who can handle several positions and also contribute solid batting performance are rare and wonderful options for modern-day managers.
Counting down the 20 most important Cardinals in 2023: #15 Jordan Walker
Each day leading up to Opening Day, our Redbird Rants team will be counting down the 20 most important St. Louis Cardinals for the 2023 season. Here are the players we have covered thus far. #20 Juan Yepez #19 Jordan Hicks #18 Andre Pallante #17 Giovanny Gallegos St. Louis Cardinals: Lars Nootbaar is gunning for your job Did the St. Louis Cardinals just clear a 40-man roster spot for Jordan Walker?
Counting down the 20 most important Cardinals in 2023: #16 Steven Matz
The 20 most important St. Louis Cardinals in 2023: #16 Steven Matz Each day leading up to Opening Day, our Redbird Rants team will be counting down the 20 most important St. Louis Cardinals for the 2023 season. Here are the players we have covered thus far. #20 Juan Yepez #19 Jordan Hicks #18 Andre Pallante #17 Giovanny Gallegos Today we shift to the starting rotation, specifically to the only member of the 2023 starting staff who is signed for next season, #16 on our list, Steven Matz.
The Role and Significance of Geo-Socialisation in the 21st Century Global Transformations
A great deal of chaos and upheaval has taken place, with much more to come, as the global order undergoes an all-encompassing and significant change in the balance of power and influence continues to shift. Many observers, especially in the West, tend to be focused on the tangible elements available to powers in the international system (available manpower, number and type of weapon systems, financial resources, national infrastructure – those elements observed in the physical realm).
Former St. Louis Cardinal Scott Rolen is a Hall of Famer
In his sixth year on the ballot, the underrated Scott Rolen, who was the St. Louis Cardinals' third baseman for about one third of his 17 big-league seasons, broke through and earned election to Cooperstown. Hall of Fame voting is weird. Players' receive varying levels of support, moving up and down in percentages, sometimes by quite a lot over the years. This despite doing nothing on the field to change their candidacies.
Sweden's NATO Membership: Will Turkey's Realism Prevail?
F inland and Sweden’s political aspiration to join NATO has been on a rocky and problematic path. After some years of grooming Finnish and Swedish officials on joining NATO, the countries abandoned their individual grand strategies of national survival, used to navigate the geopolitical risks and obstacles of the old Cold War, and opted away from military non-alignment, present on paper only.
Cardinals 5 all-time best shortstops in franchise history
The #1 shortstop in team history will not be a surprise, but the names on the way there certainly are an interesting mix. When you think of St. Louis Cardinals shortstops, it's easy to know where to start. But what about the second-best player at that position? How about continuing down the list? Well, let's dig into those rankings, beginning with the honorable mentions. These players are remembered fondly by the fanbase, but for different reasons and lengths of service.
Upside-Down Narratives: Paris Attack Targeted Muslims, Not Kurds
Muslims commonly name their children Ahmet or Mehmet, sometimes also Muhammad based on the Prophet of Islam. It is no secret that these names create a handicap in terms of finding a job in France, including in prestigious companies of world-renowned brands. Ahmet Kaya was a well-liked musician and singer in Turkey who was given an award in the field of music at the Presidential Culture and Art Grand Awards on October 28, 2013.
Cardinals all-time best second basemen in franchise history
The St. Louis Cardinals have had several terrific keystone players in the long, storied history of the franchise. The history of National League baseball in the Gateway City stretches back in time to 1900 using their current nickname and all the way back to 1882 when the Perfectos, Browns, and Brown Stockings appellations are included. Since the start of the 20th century, St. Louis has had a number of very good second basemen over those dozen-plus decades of baseball.
Are the St. Louis Cardinals cheap?
There are some crazy big spenders in Major League Baseball, there are some true tightwads, and somewhere in between are the St. Louis Cardinals. MLB Trade Rumors recently listed the largest contract in franchise history for each team, and you might be surprised to find that only five teams have given out smaller top deals than the St. Louis Cardinals' biggest pact, their $130 million, half-decade commitment to first baseman Paul Goldschmidt, which was signed on March 24, 2019.
Turkey’s Right to Self-Defense Requires Cross-Border Operations in Syria and Iraq
The legal basis of Operation Claw-Sword Turkey’s most recent cross-border military operation named “Operation Claw-Sword” targeted the Kandil, Asos, and Hakurk regions in northern Iraq including the Sinjar region. In northern Syria, the military operation further targeted places in the regions of Ayn al-Arab, Tel Rifat, Cizire, and Malikiye (Derik). Karacok Mountain, Derbesiye, Ayn Issa, Minniğ Airport and Maranez were also targeted in the following stages.
Happy 68th birthday to The Wizard!
The greatest shortstop in the long, storied history of the St. Louis Cardinals franchise is celebrating his birthday today. On December 26, 1954, in Mobile, Alabama, Osborne Earl Smith was born. At age six, the family moved to Los Angeles, where Ozzie started his path to the major leagues. High school ball was followed by a move to Cal Poly-San Luis Obispo for college.
The St. Louis Cardinals' 2024 starting rotation needs work
While the St. Louis Cardinals already have a solid set of starting pitchers for next year, the rotation for the ’24 season has lots of question marks. Adam Wainwright, Miles Mikolas, and Jordan Montgomery are virtual locks to be in the St. Louis Cardinals’ starting rotation when the 2023 MLB season commences. In addition to that trio, Jack Flaherty, Steven Matz, and Dakota Hudson are strong candidates for the last two spots in the rotation.
An MVP voter listed the Cardinals' Nolan Arenado eighth on ballot
Sure, the MVP voting ended up pretty much as expected in both leagues, but a certain Platinum Glove-winning St. Louis Cardinal came up short in the eyes of one Denver sportswriter. To no one’s surprise, St. Louis Cardinals first baseman Paul Goldschmidt won the National League MVP award convincingly, capturing 22 of the 30 first-place votes and coming in second on the remaining eight ballots. Congratulations to Goldy on a fantastic 2022 campaign and the hardware to exemplify his excellence.
St. Louis Cardinals, Nolan Arenado at a contract crossroads
There’s already been a fair amount of drama and change for the St. Louis Cardinals so far this offseason Since the St. Louis Cardinals were eliminated from the playoffs by the Phillies, there has been a flurry of activity with the Gateway City’s baseball franchise. Adam Wainwright is returning for another season, while four coaches are not, including Skip Schumaker, who is the newest manager for the Miami Marlins.
St. Louis Cardinals: Why Albert Pujols doesn’t need 700 home runs
A St. Louis Cardinals legend is retiring at the end of the 2022 season. How he finishes his career is less important than the overall career he’s had. Do you remember where you were on April 5, 2010? Probably not, but long-time Cardinals fans may recall that was Opening Day that season, a road game in Cincinnati. To celebrate the new season, Albert Pujols went 4-for-5 with two home runs, three RBI, and four runs scored, and excellent way to start the campaign.
3 St. Louis Cardinals surprise second-half studs
Use your ← → (arrows) to browse The St. Louis Cardinals have surged since the All-Star Break with help from a few unexpected sources Sure, everyone knows how good Paul Goldschmidt and Nolan Arenado are, though it’s debatable whether anyone expected them to be this good. And Adam Wainwright continues to excel as he crosses the threshold into his 40s.
Could the St. Louis Cardinals sign ace pitcher Justin Verlander?
Use your ← → (arrows) to browse Every team could use a frontline starter, and there’s a unique one who may be coming on the market this offseason the St. Louis Cardinals should pursue. On August 4, Justin Verlander pitching six shutout innings against the Cleveland Guardians. Given Verlander’s talent level and the Guardians’ middling offense, this wasn’t all that shocking. However, the details of that specific game weren’t the biggest takeaway that night.
Circle these key dates from the St. Louis Cardinals' 2023 schedule
Let’s take a look at some key dates on the St. Louis Cardinals’ 2023 schedule The St. Louis Cardinals‘ 2023 schedule is available, and it shares a new twist with that of every other MLB team. Every franchise plays every other one at least three games, with the bulk of these new interleague games being taken away from intradivision matchups.
St. Louis Cardinals: Yadier Molina needs to get his priorities straight
For the second time this season, St. Louis Cardinals catcher Yadier Molina left the team to spend time in Puerto Rico. Shouldn’t he be putting baseball first? On Saturday, the Cardinals put Yadier Molina on the restricted list for “business matters,” a vague description for an odd situation. Apparently, Molina wanted to attend the potential championship-winning game of the Vaqueros de Bayamon, the Puerto Rican league basketball team he owns.
Astros' Jose Urquidy a good fit for St. Louis Cardinals
The St. Louis Cardinals continue their pursuit of pitching ahead of the trade deadline. Another recent option has cropped up who would be a very nice fit. There have been plenty of articles posted here about potential pitching acquisitions the Cardinals could pursue. That makes perfect sense since August 2 is the final day for teams to make trades for players who would be eligible for their postseason rosters.
4 things that St. Louis Cardinals fans don't want to hear
The St. Louis Cardinals have been quite successful in the 2000s, with only one losing season this millennium. That’s very impressive, but there’s still some realities the franchise’s fans must face. The Cardinals are batting the Milwaukee Brewers for the National League Central crown, as well as attempting to fend off the Philadelphia Phillies, San Francisco Giants, and other teams for the third and final Wild Card berth. A postseason spot isn’t assured, but it’s certainly promising.
St. Louis Cardinals should pursue Tigers pitcher Tarik Skubal
With Steven Matz back on the Injured List, it’s once again apparent the St. Louis Cardinals need starting pitching help, and a new young hurler just came on the market. Based on a report by The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal, “just about everyone is available” from the Detroit Tigers roster. This includes promising young starting pitcher Tarik Skubal, who could help a Cardinals staff decimated by injury.
St. Louis Cardinals should trade for Willson Contreras
Use your ← → (arrows) to browse The St. Louis Cardinals are struggling at catcher, with all four players they’ve tried at the position this season struggling at the plate. It’s time to bring in outside reinforcements.
St. Louis Cardinals' Paul DeJong wins IL Player of the Week
The Cardinals’ primary shortstop for the last half decade won Player of the Week honors, but he did so for the Triple-A Memphis Redbirds. Most players would be thrilled to receive a Player of the Week award. It’s indicative of a strong performance burst, demonstrating what that player is capable of at his very best. Of course, most players who have been in the major leagues for more than five seasons would prefer to receive the MLB version of the award, not the International League one.
When will Yadier Molina return to the St. Louis Cardinals?
The St. Louis Cardinals have been without their primary catcher of the last 18 seasons since he landed on the Injured List June 17. Certainly, two decades of squatting behind the plate tens of thousands of times per season will take its toll on a catcher’s knees, so it was understandable that Yadier Molina was placed on the IL with right knee inflammation by the Cardinals over a month ago.
Should the St. Louis Cardinals worry about intradivision trades?
The St. Louis Cardinals, like every MLB team, give extra consideration to trades within their own division. But should they really worry about this? There’s long been concern that trading with another team in the same division could have long-lasting repercussions, as the players dealt could come back to haunt the team that gave them up.
6 starting pitchers the St. Louis Cardinals should consider via trade
The St. Louis Cardinals are in the playoff hunt, but they need rotation help. Luckily, there are several options available who could help. Editors note: This article was written before Tyler Mahle and Frankie Montas both injured their right shoulders, with Mahle going on the 15-day Injured List. The best opportunity for the St. Louis Cardinals to support their playoff push would be to add an upgrade (or two) to their starting rotation.
Every Cy Young Award winner in St. Louis Cardinals franchise history
In their storied history, the St. Louis Cardinals have had many terrific pitchers. However, only two hurlers have captured the Cy Young Award. Eleven World Series championships, 19 National League pennants, and 28 playoff appearances, yet the Cardinals have only managed to have two pitchers provide such dominant performances they earned a Cy Young, though one of them did it twice. 1968: Bob Gibson One of the all-time great seasons, as Gibson posted an amazing 1.12 ERA in the Year of the Pitcher.
The tragic story of St. Louis Cardinals prospect Oscar Taveras
Let’s remember a former St. Louis Cardinals minor league standout who had his career – and life – tragically cut short. The St. Louis Cardinals made one of their best international signings ever in the summer of 2008, inking 16-year-old outfielder Oscar Taveras to a free agent contract. Once his professional career began, all Taveras did was live up to the hype and build up the expectations the team and fans placed upon him.
A Father's Day tribute to a special St. Louis Cardinals fan
I’ve been a St. Louis Cardinals fan my entire life, and that’s because of the Cardinals fan I learned the game of baseball from, my dad. My father grew up in central Illinois, about midway between St. Louis and Chicago, so his choice of team allegiance could have gone a few ways, with the Second City’s second team, the White Sox, having the lowest odds of earning his loyalty.
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