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EdinsonPickle
This guy is so valuable. I can’t remember seeing anyone throw behind runners with such accuracy and strength as Molina; not to mention all of the other great things he brings to the game. Obviously, a no doubter on this option.
crashcameron
Two words for ya: Ivan Rodriguez.
But, yeah, Yadi seemed to get the best package of all the Molina qualities
EdinsonPickle
Well, I was a bit young when I-Rod was in his prime so it’s hard to recall how good he really was. I mean the numbers will always be there, but I can’t pull up memories of watching him play for the most part. Sadly, most of what I remember about I-Rod are the mediocre years that have made up the back end of his career.
Leonard Hoskins
DOESNT BEGIN TO COMPARE TO MOLINA ANYDAY OF THE WEEK.
YadierPudge
Dude I will say this about I-Rod, if you didn’t get to see him in his prime you might have missed the most complete catcher of all time. Think of Yadier Molina with more offense. Pudge had the defense, the arm, calling a good game, and hit for avg and power. unfortunately catchers break down before any other position. Yadier may be the most complete catcher in todays game.
start_wearing_purple
Kinda no brainer. If you factor in his defense then he’s at least a top 3 catcher in baseball.
crashcameron
Can’t freakin’ believe this guy has only been an all-star, what, three times?!?!?!?!?
Joey E
top 25 player in baseball according to Heyman.
im not trying to dog Yadi though. Love him. no brainer move by the cards. he’ll be a lifelong Cardinal
Wilsonl
Hey man!
TaillonColeandBellOhMy
I am a Pirate fan but love Yadi. IMO he is THE best catcher in baseball. Just bought my Yadier Molina WS bobblehead!
Jake Humphrey
I’m not a big Yadi fan, but this was obviously a no-brainer.
DrHMD
I think the only question with this one is if he gets a long term contract instead
Lunchbox45
what a bargain
MetsMagic
7MM for the best player at the most difficult position to find good talent at is an absolute steal for the Cardinals.
(still hate you Yadi)
Vossome93
I laugh at your misery. Sorry.
andrew hamer
yadi has established himself as somewhat of an offensive force as well, not a bad deal if i say so myself
crashcameron
the only worry with Yadi is if/when he starts breaking down. see the beatings he took in the playoffs? and he plays, like what, all 162 games?!
Lanidrac
La Russa has recognized the heavy workload and gave him more time off this year (although that was probably nullified by starting in 18 playoff games, but the WS Title is worth it).
MattCMoore
He is eaisily the best Catcher in the ML right now. I just hope Alex Avila takes over that pos. Next year.