Lindbergh Scholar-Athlete is a singing sensation

For four years, Lindbergh's Ronald Bass has been deeply involved in the school's sports, academics and theatrical programs.His work ethic recently paid off.The Lindbergh High administration chose Bass as the school's 2013 Post-Dispatch Scholar-Athlete."Ronny certainly deserves it," Lindbergh athletics director Michael Slyman said. "He's hard-working, playing ...

Garcia headed to DL with shoulder issue surgery possible

Cardinals lefthander Jaime Garcia appeared to be a different pitcher in his last three innings Friday night, rather than his first three, when he pitched perfect baseball against the Milwaukee Brewers.It turns out Garcia, who allowed a total of six runs in the fourth and sixth innings, courtesy of two Aramis Ramirez home runs, was hurt.Garcia said that there were times when he thought about ...

As fireworks crackle Beckham plays last home game

Never a stranger to the big stage, David Beckham went out in a burst of fireworks and adulation Saturday in his final home game for Paris Saint-Germain before retirement.Fans chanted his name before the game, and they chanted some more when he was finished. There was an outpouring of hugs, cheers, song and congratulations _ from teammates, opponents and even former President Nicolas ...

With injuries Mozeliak looks to Carpenter

Righthander Chris Carpenter, whose shoulder seems to be getting stronger almost daily, completed an extended bullpen session this afternoon, sitting down at three different junctures to approximate innings changes and then resuming his throwing.Carpenter will throw another session or two like this when the club is on the road for a week and then possibly could be ready to face hitters, first ...

Cardinals get an assist from the ‘Chief’ in victory

ST. LOUIS -- Less than two months removed from a time when he felt the bullpen was going to be a pillar for the team, Cardinals general manager John Mozeliak described this week how when Jason Motte's elbow gave way there was a "domino effect" in the bullpen.When the closer fell, others tumbled too.It turns out the opposite may also be true. A rising closer lifts all arms.Edward ...