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2009 St. Louis Cardinals season - Wikipedia
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For One Night, Wainwright Summons Vintage Form to Claim 200th Win
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Back to reality: Bevy of Brewers' doubles eliminate Cardinals, officially, from playoff race
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Hall of Famer John Smoltz says MLB needs drastic changes
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Fox's Joe Davis, John Smoltz talk broadcasting chemistry, All-Star Game storylines
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Brewers avoid sweep to Cardinals
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Are The Cardinals The Team To Beat In The NL Central? Are the St. Louis Cardinals the clear team to beat in the NL Central this year? John Smoltz thinks so
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How John Smoltz views AL West, NL Central races following exciting series
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Smoltz, John Baseball Hall of Fame
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Cardinals must wait to celebrate after loss to Astros
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