Teams 
| August 12 with Second Baseman, Skip Schumaker | |
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| Fan | Hows team chemistry with all the new guys comin in? |
| Skip | everyone has been great |
| Fan | No questions, just a big appreciation for such a dependable, stable, consistent, scrappy, and just plain GOOD player who is such a pleasure to watch. |
| Skip | thanks so much! |
| Fan | Is there a since of urgency that you guys got to win, and win now? |
| Skip | always, thats part of the big leagues, always a sense of urgency or someone will take your job |
| Fan | Hey skip what is the average day like preparing for a game? |
| Skip | get to the yard around 2, study video of tonights pitcher, get loose in the training room, hit in the cage, then go to batting practice. |
| Fan | Do you ever wear the boots and hat the shoeman gave you |
| Skip | i have the hat in my locker still, and yes have worn the python boots he gave me, they are pretty sweet actually |
| Fan | What would you do if they never invented velcro straps? |
| Skip | thats pretty funny, not sure! |
| Fan | Skip - how many questions have you gotten so far? |
| Skip | 6 |
| Fan | What's your favorite movie skip? |
| Skip | anything with will ferrel |
| Fan | Do you have pets? |
| Skip | 2 dogs |
| Fan | Did you allways wanna be a baseball player? |
| Skip | yes always been a dream of mine |
| Fan | Skip, Did you play any other sports growing up? |
| Skip | all sports, football and baseball in highschool |
| Fan | What does everybody do after the game? Is there a restaurant and bar back there with free food for family and friends? |
| Skip | everyone goes home, they are long days |
| Fan | If you had to pick one person on another team that gets on your nerves the most who would it be? |
| Skip | cant answer that, im sure cardinal nation has a few ideas on who those players could be |
| Fan | What is your favorite Cardinals moment? |
| Skip | wainwright striking out beltran to go to the world series. it was bases loaded, and he threw the best curveball ive ever seen |
| Fan | I loved that too! |
| Fan | What is your favorite color? |
| Skip | black |
| Fan | Is Skip your real name or a nickname? |
| Skip | nickname, jared is my real name |
| Fan | Where is your favorite place to go in St. Louis? |
| Skip | i like 15, jim edmonds resteraunt |
| Fan | Are you a member of a church? |
| Skip | yes windsor crossings |
| Fan | Skip, who has the weirdest pre-game ritual in the Cardinals clubhouse? Or the craziest superstition? |
| Skip | everyone has quirks......guys do anything to have success, cant really discuss some of the over the top stuff |
| Fan | Skip, who is your favorite NFL team and favorite player on that team? |
| Skip | my favorite team, and this is embarrassing, is the raiders, but my favorite player to watch is larry fitz |
| Fan | l is more realistic ... The flag or the wild card? |
| Skip | hey joe, both are realistic to be honest, lots of games left to play |
| Fan | Which is your position to play outfield or second base. You coverting to second base made you one of my all time favorite cardinals. -Tim |
| Skip | my natural position is outfield, but am feeling more comfortable at second....thanks appreciate the text! |
| Fan | Skip what's it going to take for you guys to make a rub at title? Ryan from Monett |
| Skip | health, and we need to get on a 10 game or so winning streak here really soon |
| Fan | If you could retire and move somewhere what area would you go to |
| Skip | california, its where i live now, and love it there |
| Fan | How early do the players get to the park on game days?? |
| Skip | 2 |
| Fan | Hey skip you are my favorite player! Thanks for always playing your hardest!! Love your #1 fan Hannah!:):) |
| Skip | thanks hannah! |
| Fan | Hey Skip! I have a very important question on behalf of female fans everywhere... Are you single?! |
| Skip | i am married with two kids |
| Fan | What's hollidays status for the weekend? |
| Skip | should be in there tonight, i hope |
| Fan | Do you plan to stay with the Cards after this season? |
| Skip | hope so, but its a business, not always up to the player, we will see! |
| Fan | I hope so too!!! |
| Skip | Who is your best friend on the team? |
| Fan | wainwright |
| Skip | What's your favorite food? |
| Fan | love bbq |
| Skip | What's ur favorite baseball player(besides yourself) lol |
| Fan | love how chase utley plays the game, he is a gamer |
| Skip | Besides Busch, what is your favorite stadium to play in? |
| Fan | philly |
| Skip | What's your favorite pregame ritual? |
| Fan | hitting 100 balls of the tee and soft toss, before each game |
| Skip | dont know, 50/50 is my guess |
| Fan | What's it like being smack dab in the middle of a pennant race chasing the brew crew?.... could b worse i guess having to Chase the Damn reds....lol |
| Skip | Hey Skip! I don't have any questions just wanted to say GO Cards! And can you tell Yadi that I am his biggest fan? (Sigh) |
| Fan | What is your least favorite ballpark to play in? |
| Skip | florida, thank god they are getting a new ball park which look amazing |
| Fan | My brother wanted 2 know what sports collag did you go to? |
| Skip | i went to ucsb in cali |
| Fan | Thanx:) |
| Fan | Whats the craziist thing you've ever autographed |
| Skip | cant answer that! i have signed a skippy peanut butter jar before, kinda wierd |
| Fan | What is your favorite beer? |
| Skip | james boags......its real good |
| Fan | What is your favorite band/musician of all-time? |
| Skip | grew up listening to green day, now a big jason aldean fan |
| Fan | Who is your favorite baseball player of all time? |
| Skip | i loved watching the bash brothers, canseco and mcguire growing up. also loved watching nolan ryan pitch. but my favorite athlete has to be micheal jordan |
| Fan | Is there a way u can tell Freese to change his intro song from the Degeneration X intro back to Even Flow! |
| Skip | i would, but he is getting hits with that song, he will probably keep it |
| Fan | How did you pick the name Brody?! I want to name my son that |
| Skip | it was my wifes favorite name, i didnt really have a choice! but i love it |
| Fan | Hey Skip whats your favorite thing about playing here in St. Louis? |
| Skip | fans, sold out almost every game....you dont see that too many other places |
| Fan | What will the cards do to improve in run scoring situations against the rockies |
| Skip | we lead the league in almost all offensive categories, so just doing what we have been doing should work |
| Fan | Why don't you wear your socks up any more? |
| Skip | just depends if i get hits or not or if we win.... |
| Fan | What do you like playing better the infield or the outfield? |
| Skip | outfield is easier for m, but enjoy second base |
| Fan | What is your favorite place to play besides stl and why? |
| Skip | philly, they are a really good club and the fans there are intense |
| Fan | Do you think the cards still have a shot at the playoffs? |
| Skip | of course, lots of games left |
| Fan | With the new talent recently acquired to help shore things up for playoff hopes this year what are we doing to help ourselves for the future? |
| Skip | im concerned about winning now, our front office is as well, and i think we have plenty of talent, espiecally pitching talent, in the minors |
| Fan | Do you think the team will get past Milwaukee and win the division? |
| Skip | yes |
| Fan | Hey Skip. What do you like playing better? second or outfield? -JCooper |
| Skip | love both, outfield is easier for me though |
| Fan | ok thanks. good luck in the rest of the season. -JCooper |
| Fan | Whats it like in the locker room after a win?? |
| Skip | great, lots of music and kids come in the clubhouse, good atmosphere |
| Fan | Oh well that's really good...do u have any rituals when it comes to gettin ready for a game? |
| Skip | ya tons of stuff, but mainly it all revolves around getting loose before the game, so same hitting routine, etc |
| August 26 with Pitcher, Kyle McClellan | |
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| Fan | Kyle, wat do u think is the cards biggest challenge to get back into playoff contention |
| Kyle | the brewers not winning every night |
| Fan | Do u think the cards will give u another chance to be in the rotation if not this year then next season |
| Kyle | I hope so |
| Fan | How nervous were you on your first start? |
| Kyle | i was excited not nervous |
| Fan | How much fun is it playing with octavio dotel? |
| Kyle | he is a lot of fun |
| Fan | Who is the toughest opponent you have faced this year? |
| Kyle | phillies |
| Fan | Do you think in your personal oppinion there's any chance of you guys catching the brewers? |
| Kyle | yes but it wont be easy |
| Fan | Who was your baseball hero growing up? |
| Kyle | mcgwire |
| Fan | Thank you for your time. One last question. What did you think about the rasmus trade? |
| Kyle | time will tell. I think hes going to a good player but a fresh start is going to be good for him |
| Fan | Are you ready for a winning streak to start? |
| Kyle | started last night |
| Fan | That's what I am talking about! You made my youngest boys year a few weeks back. Tossed a ball right to him... Thanks |
| Kyle | great!!! |
| Fan | Berkman is the man!! It's so fun to watch him play. Hopefully we can keep him around for a few more years -) |
| Kyle | me too |
| Fan | Kyle, can you get me out of work right now. Working at chesterfield Sam's Club. |
| Kyle | only if you get me out of work tonight. I'm in the bullpen ha ha |
| Fan | Will do. I'll put a call in to Tony and Derek! Thanks Kyle, made my day. |
| Kyle | perfect |
| Fan | When did you decide you wanted to play baseball professionally? |
| Kyle | my senior year in high school I knew I actually might have a chance but I always wanted to play professionally |
| Fan | What is it like to win at home in Busch Stadium? |
| Kyle | defiantly a lot of fun |
| Fan | What's your favorite place to eat in STL? |
| Kyle | el maguey |
| Fan | What Cards players would you consider to be your closest friends? |
| Kyle | motte and wainwright |
| Fan | Have you ever lived anywhere out of Saint Louis? |
| Kyle | i have during the season in the minor leagues but this is home |
| Fan | Have you ever been accused of having a Missouri accent? |
| Kyle | ha ha no |
| Fan | What is your biggest accomplishment this season? |
| Kyle | throwing more innings than i ever have |
| Fan | Kyle, do you think the Cardinals can pull it together and make it to the playoffs? |
| Kyle | we better!!! |
| Fan | What player have you learned from the most? |
| Kyle | Russ Springer |
| Fan | Hey Kyle! So what r ur off season plans?? Any fun trips scheduled? |
| Kyle | a lot of hunting!!! |
| Fan | What was ur very first car? Did u buy it or did ur family get it for u? |
| Kyle | eagle talon my parents bought it for me |
| Fan | Were u a pitcher when u were in little league? |
| Kyle | yes. I played a little of everywhere in little leage |
| Fan | If u played little league what was ur team name? |
| Kyle | angels |
| Fan | Did u pitch in high school if so what high school did u go to? |
| Kyle | yes Hazelwood West |
| Fan | Does anything make u nervous on the mond? |
| Kyle | I get real nervous in the later innings but once I start warming up I'm not nervous anymore |
| Fan | Did u go to alot of cards game when u were little? |
| Kyle | yes I went to probably 20 games a year |
| Fan | Who's your best friend on the team kyle? |
| Kyle | Jason Motte |
| Fan | I loved you as a starter! Mo needs to put you back there!! |
| Kyle | ha ha thanks |
| Fan | What motivates you during your busy schedule with your job and family not to give up? |
| Kyle | This is what I always wanted to do. And i want to do the best at it as i can |
| Fan | Who is one of your role models? |
| Kyle | russ springer |
| Fan | How cool is it pitching under Duncan? |
| Kyle | he is a great on the learn from |
| Fan | What is your favorite area/county in Missouri for hunting deer? |
| Kyle | i do a lot in pike co illinois at hadley creek outfitters |
| Fan | Are ya looking for a hunting buddy this upcoming deer season? |
| Kyle | my wife is going to go for the first time this year on our farm so I have mine thanks for the offer ha ha |
| Fan | That's awesome, do you rifle hunt? If so, what style of rifle? |
| Kyle | i have once but illinois is shotgun and muzzleloader only. so that's my new thing this year |
| Fan | I have seen ya at Cabela's before, I never wanted to bother you with those questions there, so I was glad this was set up today, Thank you and I hope you and |
| Fan | Your wife bag some big ones this year!!! |
| Kyle | thanks. cabelas is a frequent stop for us!!! |
| Fan | I understand! |
| Fan | good |
| Fan | Oh yeah, and god luck with the rest of the season too!!! GO CARDS!!! |
| Fan | When's the best time to try to get autographs from players? During BP? |
| Kyle | yes |
| Fan | How close are you with your team mates? |
| Kyle | im with them more than my own family for 8 months. so pretty close |
| Fan | who is the coolest famous person you have met since playing for the cardinals? |
| Kyle | Bob Gibson |
| Fan | Who's the biggest prankster in the bullpen. R.L.W. |
| Kyle | lillquist the bullpen coach |
| Fan | Your least favorite venue to pitch. R.L.W. |
| Kyle | marlins 3000 people a night isnt fun |
| Fan | How many autographs do you sign per game? |
| Kyle | depends... probably a few a night |
| Fan | are you ever going to get a twitter? |
| Kyle | no. not my stlye |
| Fan | whats up with the pitching as of late? we need u back in the rotation! |
| Kyle | ha ha Thanks |
| Fan | how do i know this is really kyle? |
| Kyle | because it is |
| Fan | who is the player you hang out with most off the field? |
| Kyle | motte hes my lunch buddy on the road |
| Fan | do u game? more specifically do u play call of duty? |
| Kyle | no I don't. I use to play madden all the time but once i got married that hasn't happened as much |
| Fan | do u like to hunt and fish? |
| Kyle | Love to hunt don't fish too much because i'm usually playing ball |
| Fan | are you upset that we got edwin jackson and you got bumped out of the rotation? |
| Kyle | I thought I did a good job but i understood the move |
| Fan | if it makes you feel you did a better job than what edwin is doing now |
| Kyle | thanks |
| Fan | does albert talk with everyone on the team? |
| Kyle | yes hes not a machine |
| Fan | haha hes just albert |
| Fan | whats the best part about being a cardinal?:) |
| Kyle | playing in st louis |
| Fan | who was your favorite player growing up? (: |
| Kyle | mcgwire |
| Fan | do you ever get nervous before big games? cant wait to see you again next week! im a fan from wisconsin(; beat the brewers! haha |
| Kyle | i always get nervous from the 5th inning on |
| Fan | What is your favorite restaurant in St.Louis? |
| Kyle | is it bad if I say el maguey? |
| Fan | Good. mac talkg? |
| Fan | Hi mac! glad ur bak n da pen. they needed u. |
| Kyle | ha thanks. |
| Fan | Love dat hometown stuff. herd u on kmox & u were fun 2 listen 2. |
| Kyle | thanks |
| Fan | U gonna sta n pen 4 wile i guess. we gotta win sum games! |
| Kyle | i agree |
| Fan | Think salas will sta war he s? |
| Kyle | i think so |
| Fan | Hes a tuf 1. like him |
| Fan | Mott was hot last nite |
| Fan | Wats ur fav pitch? |
| Kyle | been hot for a few months. my fav is curveball |
| Fan | i like t 2. herd waino was throwg mon. hows he feelg? |
| Kyle | he's been feeling great. Can't wait for him to get back |
| Fan | Love his curveball. |
| Kyle | so does beltran |
| Fan | Ha. think wain ready 2 no no dis year. thot he'd get 1 dis yr but... |
| Fan | I meant dis yr. |
| Kyle | i think he'll be ready in spring |
| Fan | ts time 4 u 2 get out dare gin. |
| Fan | Other then baseball what is ur favorite sport to play/watch? |
| Kyle | Football |
| Fan | What is your favorite thing to do with Olivia Grace? |
| Kyle | Hold her while she sleeps |
| Fan | What would you rather have made of you as a promo item - bobblehead or tshirt? |
| Kyle | bobble head no question |
| Fan | How many questions have you answered already? |
| Kyle | 95 |
| Fan | If you weren't a professional baseball player - what would you be doing? |
| Kyle | something in business |
| Fan | Hi Kyle! What's your favorite part of being a Cardinal?! |
| Kyle | playing in st louis |
| Fan | Do you want to be a starter next year? |
| Kyle | that's a loaded question..... I'd like the opportunity again yes |
| Fan | When is your contact up or arbitration? |
| Kyle | I am under the cardinals control for the next 2 years. both years are arbitration eligible |
| Fan | Hi |
| Kyle | Hi |
| Fan | Kyle what do u think is lacking in pitching to win in close games |
| Kyle | dont think its lack of pitching. Close games are tough to win. The other team has good players too |
| Fan | But seems that there has been less success since u left rotation. Do u think Carp has felt out of sync with out Wainright in rotation |
| Kyle | I think carp has had an outstanding year we just haven't given him good run support |
| Fan | True, do u believe that age is a factor, not only for Cards, but league wide |
| Kyle | I don't think so |
| Fan | I think you're great. Usually lights out regardless where you pitch. I really think you are stronger than Jackson. Hope you'll be around with us a long time. |
| Fan | Hope Berkman & Holliday remain a while as well. |
| Kyle | thanks |
| Kyle | me too!!! |
| Fan | I'm a huge fan & wish u great success. I'm a martial arts instructor & have some private lessons to take care of. Gotta go. My best to everyone. GO CARDS |
| Kyle | thanks |
| Fan | How many warm up pitches do you throw before a game or relief appearance? |
| Kyle | about 12 |
| Fan | Thanks man! |
| Fan | Being a stl native what is your favorite city to play in besides st. Louis? |
| Kyle | chicago, colorado, san diego |
| Fan | Did you play any other sports in high school/ growing up? |
| Kyle | football and basketball |
| Fan | Did you play both at hazelwood west? And if so what positions? |
| Kyle | guard and quarterback |
| Fan | What type of music do you prefer to listen to? |
| Kyle | country |
| Fan | Nice. Who is your favorite country singer? |
| Kyle | craig campell check him out. its wainwright's buddy. we have gotten to know him in the last few years and hes going to be big!!! |
| Fan | I will have to do that. Is he a georgia boy too? |
| Kyle | yep. if you have a family, family man will make you melt |
| Fan | Hey Kyle do you like starting or relieving more, |
| Kyle | starting |
| Fan | Why don't you get a Twitter?! It does wonders for PR! |
| Kyle | ha ha not my style. not concerned about pr |
| Fan | What is your favorite thing to do during rain delays? |
| Kyle | face time with my wife and daughter |
| Fan | What is the funniest thing that's happened in the clubhouse this season? Practical jokes? |
| Kyle | a lot to pick from ha ha |
| Fan | Do you feel we can pull this season out? Can we make a late season run for playoffs? |
| Kyle | we better |
| Fan | I'm not gonna stop rooting either way!! Thanks Kyle!! |
| Kyle | thanks!!! |
| Fan | What is it like playing in the majors in your hometown |
| Kyle | Its amazing that I get to play at home and the best part is I get to sleep in my own bed every night |
| Fan | when was the first time you realized you had a shot at being in the big leagues? |
| Kyle | my senior year in high school when i was being scouted |
| September 2 with Right Fielder, Lance Berkman | |
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| Fan | Hey lance! Big fan!! Have been for years! Is right field or first base easier to play? |
| Lance | They both have their challenges. I like playing first better because you are more involved in the game defensively. |
| Fan | In your personal oppinion who has been the toughest opponent you guys have faced this season? |
| Lance | Philly |
| Fan | Are the cardinals your first choice to play for in 2012? |
| Lance | Absolutely |
| Fan | In your oppinion do you think you guys have any chance of catching the brewers? |
| Lance | It would take some doing but if we can hold our ground this weekend and then sweep them again, its possible. |
| Fan | Do you want to end your career with houston? |
| Lance | Not necessarily |
| Lance | We feel good. We feel like we're going to make this thing interesting. |
| Fan | Do you fear brian wilson's beard? |
| Lance | Only if he doesn't wash it! |
| Fan | What is it like playing with pujols? |
| Lance | Albert is a great player...maybe the greatest. Its been fun watching him hit and playing with him rather than against him! |
| Fan | Has mcguire helped you with your hitting? |
| Lance | Yes, Mac is a good hitting coach. |
| Fan | Who is your favorite team mate on the redbirds? |
| Lance | We have such a great group it would be hard for me to choose one. |
| Fan | What all goes on in the clubhouse before and after the game |
| Lance | Lots of joking around, guys get treatment for injuries, working out, card games, etc. |
| Fan | What is your favorite part of being to the cardinals |
| Lance | I like the guys we have on the team...a great group! |
| Fan | So glad u r still a Cardinal and keep those hits coming! |
| Lance | Thanks! |
| Fan | Hi Mr. Berkman. Just wanted to say thank you for being a great moment in this season for us. Hopefully we can bring you back next year. |
| Lance | Thank you |
| Fan | Where is your favorite place to eat in STL? |
| Lance | I like Flemmings and Kohn's Deli |
| Fan | Would you like a little puma club here? |
| Lance | I appreciate the fans, but a little Puma club isn't necessary |
| Fan | Lance, enjoy watching you play. What do you like best about playing in St Louis? Debbie |
| Lance | Thank You. I really enjoy the group of guys we have on this team. One of my favorites! |
| Fan | Good luck this weekend! Beat the Reds! |
| Lance | Thanks! |
| Fan | What's your alias on the road lance? |
| Lance | Ha! |
| Fan | What's your favorite food in the clubhouse? Pappys or cracker barrel? |
| Lance | We have a guy that makes unbelievable hamburgers. Can't eat them too often though or I wouldn't be able to run around in the outfield! |
| Fan | Hey Lance, I just wanted to tell you how awesome its been to have you as a Cardinal! I don't want to see you in any other uniform!!! |
| Lance | Thanks! |
| Fan | Hey Lance! Who would you say is the biggest prankster on the team? |
| Lance | Kyle Lohse or Adam Wainwright |
| Fan | How much fan mail do you receive? Do you try to respond to everyone? |
| Lance | We get a ton of mail and it is impossible to respond to everyone. |
| Fan | Lance what's it going to take for you to come back? Love the way you hustle all the time. You play the game it's meant to be played. |
| Lance | Thank You. I'd love to come back next year! |
| Fan | What's your favorite thing about playing for st Louis? What sets it apart from other teams |
| Lance | The tradition and the atmosphere around the team set the Cardinals apart. |
| Fan | This is a question that isnt really normal. I'm a 21 Yr old kid that would love to be at every game but can't afford season tickets. What do you recommend? |
| Lance | Try to get an internship or a job with the Cardinals. Failing that, I'm sure the Cardinals have some pretty good deals on single game tickets. |
| Fan | Do you give any clinics in area or have any speechs would love to listen to you talk about baseball and life |
| Lance | I'm not scheduled for any. My life philosophy can be found in the New Testament of the Bible! |
| Fan | Lance your a great guy. You've answered all My questions today. Want to wish you the best and a good luck on finishing your career a Redbird. |
| Lance | Thank You. |
| Fan | Hi Lance! This is Jen from Joplin MO. Think you'll still be a Redbird for the '12 season?? We sure hope so. God bless!!! |
| Lance | I am hopeful that I will be back next year. |
| Fan | How do you feel about the trade rumors for you? |
| Lance | I guess I'm glad that a team wanted me but I'm glad to still be here! |
| Fan | After a big series sweep of the Milwaukee Brewers, what will you guys do to make a meaningful strong push? |
| Lance | We've got to keep playing like we did in Mil. Pitching and defense are the keys to a long run of success. |
| Fan | Do you think missing the playoffs would make it hard to re-sign Albert without offering him more money than any other team? |
| Lance | I think that missing the playoffs isn't going to factor in to the Pujols situation. |
| Fan | who do u hang out with the most off the field? |
| Lance | Skip, Matt, Westy, Freese |
| Fan | Hi Lance. What's the mood in the clubhouse the last couple of days? Love having you on the team |
| Lance | Thanks. The vibe right now is great. We are playing good, loose baseball. I hope we can keep it going. |
| Fan | What was the reaction in the club house to Westbrook's grand slam the other day?! |
| Lance | disbelief! |
| Fan | I think that was true throughout Cardinal Nation! |
| Fan | How did you get the nickname "The Big Puma." It's catchy! |
| Lance | A couple of radio show hosts in Houston started calling me that and it stuck. |
| Fan | Cool. I thought it might have been a spin off of the Big Cat Andres? Well I'll be at the game tomorrow afternoon so save a home run for me. Go Redbirds!!! |
| Fan | What is your favorite thing about st louis? |
| Lance | The people here are great. A lot like Texas. |
| Fan | What is your favorite ballpark to visit? |
| Lance | I like Coors Field in Denver |
| Fan | do you ever get nervous before games? |
| Lance | I get nervous all the time. Its just part of the game. |
| Fan | favorite player when you were a kid? |
| Lance | Don Mattingly |
| Fan | what was your favorite school subject? |
| Lance | Lunch! |
| Fan | not a question, just wanted to say congrats on the brewers sweep :) im fan from wisconsin! i went to your last two series here. keep up the great work! (: |
| Fan | Do you like the nickname Puma or do you wish it would have stayed in Houston? |
| Lance | The Puma nickname is fine. I'll answer to it. |
| Fan | What is you favorite place to eat in StL? |
| Lance | Kohn's Deli |
| Fan | What are the chances you will be in stl next year? |
| Lance | I think the chances are good I will be back |
| Fan | What's the attitude of the team coming off the sweep of the brewers? |
| Fan | You're one of my my favorite Cardinals. :) what stadium do you enjoy playing in the most? |
| Lance | My favorites are Coors Field, Chase (Arizona) and Cincy. |
| Fan | Lance, what is your favorite thing to do in St. Louis when you're not playing ball? -Ashley |
| Lance | When my family is in town, I like to just hang out with them. |
| Fan | What stadiums are your most and least favorite places to play at? |
| Lance | My favorites are Coors Field, Chase (Arizona) and Cincy. I HATE Wrigley. |
| Fan | Will you be at the Cardinal Care 6k run on the 18th? |
| Lance | No, sorry |
| Fan | What is it like playing for an old rival this year and what has it been like playing against your old team, the Astros? |
| Lance | Playing for the Cards has been great. I feel like I've been here my whole career. Very comfortable. It is strange playing against the stros, especially in |
| Lance | Houston. |
| Fan | lance |
| Fan | So what was your first job ever not basball and I'm glad that u still with us |
| Lance | I worked in my Grandfather's nursery, planting trees, grass and whatnot. |
| Fan | so what favorite action movie |
| Lance | My favorite movie period is Lonesome Dove |
| Fan | Which u like better star wars r star treck |
| Lance | Star Wars! |
| Fan | Thanks for r time |
| Fan | So which the best Star Wars movies. 4,5,6 or 1,2,3. |
| Lance | The best in my opinion is Return of the Jedi. As a group 4,5,6 are way better than 1,2,3 but 3 wasn't bad. |
| Fan | I agree with u |
| Fan | What's your favorite thing to do during rain delays? |
| Lance | play cards |
| Fan | Who was your favorite baseball player growing up? |
| Lance | Don Mattingly |
| Fan | Found any good Texas style BBQ in St. Louis? |
| Lance | Not yet, but I haven't looked real hard. |
| September 9 with Third Baseman, David Freese | |
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| Fan | What's your favorite memory of playing in the minors |
| David | Winning the PCL Championship with Memphis. Didn't lose a game in playoffs. Great experience!!! |
| Fan | So, what made you want to play baseball, let alone for such an awesome team? |
| David | Love being part of a team and love to compete. |
| Fan | Well love the cardinals! Thanks! |
| Fan | Hey David! |
| Fan | Is it hard to play third base? |
| David | Yes. The ball gets on you so quick. Its a challenge but i think thats why i like it. Demands a lot of focus. |
| Fan | Do you think the cardinals can still make the playoffs? |
| David | Ya especially since we get to play the Braves since we are chasing them. |
| Fan | (1/2) CHEERS from Ft Wayne, Indiana! It's AWESOME watching a former Ft Wayne Wizard ;) now wearing the best uniform in all of MLB!! I love my Cardinals and I |
| Fan | (2/2) love watching you play!!! |
| Fan | Do you think you guys still have a wild card push? |
| David | Yep |
| Fan | If you could play another position which position would you want to play. |
| David | Would want to be the closer. |
| Fan | David, what is it like to play in St Louis? |
| David | An amazing feeling to put the Cards jersey on everyday. What a dream come true. Be even better to play in a WS with them. |
| Fan | Which previous Cardinals 3rd baseman would you like to mirror defensively??? R.L.W. |
| David | Rolen. Hes unreal with the glove. |
| Fan | I see a few gold gloves in your future as well, what's your pref, crazy web gem at 3rd or the long ball? R.L.W. |
| David | Nothing beats a long ball but saving a run late in the game with the glove is awesome. |
| Fan | I follow you tweets, what's hour opinion of the negative bashing from opposing players on twitter? Enjoy the first jam tweets. R.L.W. |
| David | This is the Cardinals shortcode. To opt-out of alerts, reply STOP. msg&data rates may apply. |
| Fan | David what are chances of making run at wildcard with braves coming into town |
| David | We'll have a better idea when they leave town. Big series. |
| Fan | What's your favorite thing about being a cardinal? Also who is your best friend on team. |
| Fan | Hi David. I'm Jen from Joplin MO. Just have a comment. Thank you for coming down after the May 22 tornado. The support means so much to our community. Go Cards! |
| Fan | Hey David just wanted to say I think you're a great third baseman, you got a cannon arm and you're showin how good of a hitter you really are! |
| David | Thanks. Not always perfect but Im trying to help this team as best as I can. |
| Fan | Do you hang out with your teammates outside of baseball and if so who would you consider your best friend on the team? |
| David | We are a close group for sure. Try and hang out with all the guys but Id say Jay Ds Holl Skip and Berkman |
| Fan | Please please please write me back David!!!! :) it would be so awesome to have a text from my favorite player!! Love your # 1 fan Abby :) |
| David | Gotta respond to my #1 fan right? Have a great day. Hopefully we get into the playoffs for ya. |
| Fan | Ahhhhhh thank you soooooo much!!!!!!!!! :) this is the best day ever!!! :) love your # 1 fan Abby! |
| Fan | Hi David. Glad you're healthy. How's the mood in the clubhouse? |
| David | Great group of guys that understand the game and its ups and downs. Couldnt ask for a bettter group to be around. |
| Fan | Hey what's up David? I have a feeling you guys are going to tear it up this series! Do you think Delgado is a tough pitcher to face? |
| David | We'll see. Never faced him before. |
| Fan | Hey Dave |
| Fan | What is ur fav all time movie? |
| David | Favorite movie: Pulp Fiction |
| Fan | If you weren't a ballplayer what would your profession be? |
| David | Prolly be driving a tour bus for a rock group. |
| Fan | hi, you're my favorite :) you should tweet me @itskatieduhh. it would make my life haha (: good luck tonight! |
| Fan | just wanted to let you know im a huge fan from wisconsin :) thanks for signing for me on the 30th! good luck with the rest of the season! :) |
| Fan | Do you think the cardinals will be able to sign both Pujols and Berkman this off season? |
| David | I hope so. It would be great to have them back but we'll see. |
| Fan | R u ready 4 da braves? |
| David | Oh ya. |
| Fan | Hey david, so glad your a cardinal. Must be awesome to play for the team you grew up loving. I was wondering, what size bat do you/most guys use? |
| David | I use a 34in/32oz bat. Most guys use 33-34in and 31-33oz. |
| Fan | Do u have a girlfriend? |
| David | No |
| Fan | Freese! You are my favorite cardinal! |
| Fan | no question, DF - just wanted to send encouragement; for true Cards fans, the season is not over...go get those Braves! |
| Fan | Hi David! I don't have a question, I just wanted to say you are awesome! My best friend and I call you batman because of the mask, we love you! |
| Fan | Hey David used to play ball against you in grade school. When you were on the pirates and I was on the subway cardinals |
| David | U guys used to steal home on us. Unreal. Ellisville field 6. Like it was yesterday. |
| Fan | Wow small world. |
| Fan | Hey david! Big cardinal fan in cub land. How are you feeling heading into the home stretch? |
| Fan | My son Jaxson Ziemann is turning 12 today and u r one of his fav players, can u give him a shout out for his birthday? |
| David | Happy 12th Birthday Jaxson. Have a great day. |
| Fan | Thank you! |
| Fan | So what was r first job |
| David | When I quit baseball after high school I worked for Rockwood School District maintenance department. First real job. Cut grass but who didn't... |
| Fan | All the star wars movies which is better 4,5,6 r 1,2,3 which is favtori one |
| David | Return of the Jedi |
| Fan | David, I just want say I enjoy watching u play and ur dedication to the sport. Kim |
| Fan | Mr. Freese I just wanted to say I went to Meramec in St. Louis the same time you went. I tell all my friends. Lol |
| David | I tell all my friends I went to Meramec the same time as you. |
| Fan | Do you really? |
| Fan | Hey how u doing.i am a big fan of u and whole team u all have to win tonite & weekend goog luck |
| David | Thanks. Big series against the Braves this weekend!!! |
| Fan | Hey David! Just wanna say great job!....can u say hi to my son ty. He's 11 and is the biggest cardinal fan! |
| David | Hey buddy. Thanks for being a Cardinal fan. We all appreciate it!!!! |
| Fan | Awesome! Thanks! |
| Fan | Hey david freese letsmake a run for the postseason with a sweep of the braves! ill be cheerin all of u on |
| Fan | Are you a dog our cat person, why? |
| David | Dog person cause they are so pumped to see you when u walk in the door. Might be selfish cause they prolly really gotta go outside. |
| Fan | What's your favorite thing to do during rain delays? |
| David | Tarp slide. |
| Fan | Hey david what does it take in high school to make it big |
| David | Play with joy. Tough sometimes but so much negativity in the game to begin with. Play with joy and compete your tail off. |
| Fan | Don't really have a question. Just wanted to say hello and see at the Sept. 27th game. |
| Fan | Hi David, Do you enjoy playing for the Cardinals? How has playing with them changed your career? Liz -Chicago & Cardinals Fan :) |
| David | Being a Cardinal is the best. Playing for hometown with a chance to win every year... cant beat that. |
| Fan | My family are huge fans & we take on the rivalry here in the Chicagoland but it's worth it. We have the best team out there :) |
| Fan | Not really a question but I can make it one...can you please kick the crap out of Atlanta this weekend??? |
| September 23 with General Manager, John Mozeliak | |
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| Fan | Tough loss yesterday, do you still think Cards have a chance at wildcard? |
| John | It was but the great about baseball is today is a new day. |
| Fan | Will Matt Holliday play tonight? |
| John | I have not spoken with the medical staff yet, but i doubt it. |
| Fan | Any chance waino pitches in the playoffs? We will get in. |
| John | none |
| Fan | Please start tyler greene he is my favorite player ever im his biggest fan ever. Will he be your starting shortstop now? |
| John | I will mention this to the skipper:) |
| Fan | Are you looking into resigning edwin jackson this offseason? |
| John | Will keep the door open. |
| Fan | Do you feel yesterday's game could have carry over effect into this weekends series? Instead of being 1 back were now 2 due to a meltdown. |
| John | Today is a new day! |
| Fan | How many times has the cardinals won the world series? |
| John | 10 |
| Fan | Are you going to be looking for more pitching or more offense this off season? |
| John | Defense! Bullpen! |
| Fan | Do we have anybody in the farm system that you feel is ready to come up to the big leagues? |
| John | Sure that door is always open but I feel the bigger impact will be 2013. |
| Fan | Why 2013? |
| John | We have our top prospects likely making major league contributions that season. |
| Fan | Excellent, do you have any names that you are looking at for the defensive side this off-season |
| John | Yes but I not allowed to speak about these at this time. |
| Fan | Completely understand sir. Any updates on Pujols, or is he still pushing that ridiculous contract? |
| Fan | Will Edwin Jackson be pursued for a contract? If not, will you attempt to find another starting pitcher? |
| John | Wainwright, Carpenter, Garcia, Lohse, and Westbrook. Lynn, Dickson, and Rzepczynski as depth. |
| Fan | With the debacle of closers this year, will a free agent closer be pursued or will the team still attempt to find one internally? |
| John | Internal but open to outside help. |
| Fan | With the current run the Cardinals are on what is the one thing that u think is a contributing factor? |
| John | Starting pitching has been much stronger. |
| Fan | I would also like to congratulate the team for the hard work they have done this season! |
| John | Very kind of you, at least these last few weeks are exciting! |
| Fan | Yes tis true! At times while watching the games heart rates soar through the roof! |
| John | Hang in there! |
| Fan | Oh u will be happy to know im a reformed cubs fan! :) |
| John | Our favorite kind:) |
| Fan | My wife and i were at that game when we royally whooped those cubbies behinds! I loved it! :) |
| Fan | How hard is it to get a trade done? |
| John | Difficult as there are a lot of different variables involved before finalizing a deal. |
| Fan | Mo, how do y'all decide who will throw out honorary first pitch & who will catch it? |
| John | Typically it is done through our marketing department, as we try to honor special occasions. |
| Fan | What do you go to the Winter Meetings looking for this year? |
| John | I hope a lot of our business is completed by then, but when we get to Dallas we will look to improve. |
| Fan | Does even your family ask you what will happen with Pujols? Its baseballs #1 question. |
| John | Lol, but yes. |
| Fan | I think your doing a great job with the team. Keep up the September signings. |
| John | Thank you |
| Fan | Do you think the Phillies will play the Braves 100% or rest some starters? |
| John | I hope they play their A team. |
| Fan | Thank you for signing Lance, I admire you and am glad I am not in your place this upcoming off season, but I do appreciate you and Dewitt and will cheer forever |
| Fan | With that place sign #5...hahaha |
| John | We both appreciate your kind words and I assure you we will try to put a winner out there. |
| Fan | Do you like fishing, if so what is your lure of choice? |
| John | If I were to fish it would be with a fly rod. |
| Fan | Mo, what is the red wristband you wear? |
| John | Power balance |
| Fan | Hugs for signing Puma (Berkman) |
| John | Thank you |
| Fan | Are you as tall as Chris Carpenter? |
| John | No, I'm 6'2". |
| Fan | Any chance for a Mo bobblehead next year? |
| John | I have not heard about that |
| Fan | Did you ever play baseball yourself before being GM? |
| John | Not professionally but baseball has always been apart of my life. |
| Fan | What's for lunch? Do you eat at the ballpark everyday? |
| John | Most days i do, pulled pork today. |
| Fan | Mr. Mozeliak, how can I land a sweet summer internship with the legal department of the Cardinals? I'm a second year law student with nothing to lose! |
| John | Send an email to mgirsch@cardinals.com |
| Fan | Thank you sir... nice work on the berkman deal by the way. |
| John | Thanks for the kind words. |
| Fan | Hi Mo. Do you regret the Colby trade?? Dotel & Rzepcynski don't seem too solid. Go Redbirds!! -Jen from Joplin, MO |
| John | As of now our rotation appears set for 2012. |
| Fan | Just keep up the good work. Thanks john |
| Fan | Let green show what he can do at shortstop |
| John | I don't disagree, but given the past few weeks I can understand sticking with our current lineup. |
| Fan | John. What's chances of gettn bullpen lined out for next season. Like bringing in quality relief |
| John | We need at least two LHR's and backend help. |
| Fan | Good job n berkman. who next? |
| John | Thank you he had a great year and that type of bat is hard to find in the open market. |
| Fan | Will mcclean be in the bullpen and if so will he be a closer candidate next season |
| John | Not sure what his role will look like next year, he did a nice job with both. |
| Fan | It has to be frustrating dealing with greedy sports agents. How nervous are you on the possibility of lose Albert Pujols? And from previous discussions do you h |
| Fan | ave an idea what its gonna take to make him a Cardinal for life and the greatest Cardinal of all time? Great job with the moves we are really enjoying this late |
| Fan | season run ##betterlatethannever## |
| John | We will keep grinding. |
| Fan | Keep up the good work cards you can get the wild card win tonight ;) ~trish~ |
| John | We will try! |
| Fan | Cool thanks i love you guys baseball is the only sport i watch. ~trish~ |
| Fan | I watch you guys everytime yous play.thanks so much for keeping berk. ~trish~ |
| Fan | I was wondering, at what point in your life did you say "hmm? Id like to be GM of a ball club!"? Thanks and keep up the great work. |
| John | Never, things progressed with my career and I was lucky to challenges. |
| Fan | Great job on the signing of Chris Carpenter and Lance Berkman! Do you anticipate the signing of Pujoles to go smoothly? |
| John | Way too early to say. |
| Fan | Which better star wars r star treck |
| John | Fan of neither. |
| Fan | Do you think we could have wainwright back for the playoffs? |
| John | No not this year. |
| Fan | Any news on holliday? |
| John | Nothing still upstairs texting, heading down to clubhouse shortly. |
| Fan | Alright thanks for your time |
| Fan | Who do you plan on leaving in the bullpen next year? |
| John | Most of our current pen will return but we will need LHR's. |
| Fan | Do you think Alderon Chambers in the future of the Cardinals?? |
| John | Yes adds true speed to the club. |
| Fan | Thank you. And good luck the rest of the season, Mr. Mozeliak. |
| Fan | What's your favorite part of being a GM? |
| John | Love working for the Cardinals and being apart of an organization that wants to compete year in and year out. |
| Fan | Are there potential new closing pitchers for next year? |
| John | Excited about our RHR but will be open to improving bullpen. |
| Fan | Do you think the cardinals have a chance to make the wild card?? |
| John | We have a chance, but will need to play 5-1 baseball. |
| Fan | Ya...hopefully Carp gets a shutout and a redbird win!! |
| John | I agree! |
| Fan | (1/2) If only I could watch it. I live in Texas and have not seen a game all season. But Iam on my way to Houston now, maybe I have chance to get tickets, but |
| Fan | (2/2) I think all 3 games are sold out, just my luck. |
| John | You will find a ticket. |
| Fan | I hope I do! Treat my fiance to a night out. |
| John | Have fun! |
| Fan | Thxs! |
| Fan | Do you think we have a chance at the wild card? |
| John | Yes |
| Fan | Why are the same issues being ignored year in and year out the bullpen has struggled for a few years now along with the middle of the infield |
| John | We need to draft more SS and I think our bullpen will be strong in 2012. |
| Fan | What is your top priority of this offseason |
| John | Making sure we build a winner! |
| Fan | What about Albert he is a very important piece to that puzzle I would hope you have a very good offer for him because he is the face of the cardinals |
| John | I agree it is important. |
