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Cleveland Guardians vs. St. Louis Cardinals, May 27, 2023
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Ozzie breaks Aparicio's record for assists at shortstop
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5 St. Louis Cardinals shortstops living in Ozzie Smith's shadow
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David Freese declines induction into Cardinals Hall of Fame
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St. Louis Cardinals reveal WC roster, Game 1 lineup
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Former St. Louis Cardinals shortstop and member of the National Baseball Hall of Fame Ozzie Smith makes his way to homeplate after being introduced as part of the 1982 World Series Championship
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As MLB rules shift, star shortstops hit free agency. Enticing? Cardinals have short answer.
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All-Star 3rd baseman Scott Rolen elected to Baseball Hall of Fame
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Cardinals trade shortstop Paul DeJong, complete third deal with Blue Jays