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Published on 2024-12-16 20:05:18 - MSN
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  • With Willson Contreras moving positions, a pair of young St. Louis Cardinals will compete for the starting role at catcher in 2025. The players in question, Iv
  • n Herrera and Pedro Pag
  • s, are 24 and 26,

The St. Louis Cardinals are gearing up for a unique competition at the catcher position in 2025, featuring both Ivan Herrera and Willson Contreras. Ivan Herrera, who has shown promise with a .297 batting average and a .389 on-base percentage in 2023, is set to compete with Willson Contreras, a seasoned All-Star catcher known for his offensive prowess. Contreras, who has been transitioning to more designated hitter roles due to his defensive limitations, still holds a significant role with his bat. The Cardinals' strategy involves leveraging Herrera's defensive skills and potential at the plate against Contreras's established hitting capabilities, creating an intriguing dynamic for the team's future lineup.

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