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Cardinals' Iván Herrera Injured, Faces Extended Time Out

4/7/2025

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Summary

Story summary

St. Louis Cardinals catcher Iván Herrera exited Sunday’s game against the Red Sox, struggling with left knee inflammation after a sprint around the bases. Needing help to leave the field, Herrera's promising season takes a hit as he heads to the injured list, paving the way for Pedro Pages to step in as catcher.

History

Historical Context

Iván Herrera's knee injury marks a setback for the promising catcher in the Cardinals' storied history. Since their 1882 inception, the Cardinals have faced injuries, yet they’ve triumphed, winning 11 World Series titles. Pedro Pages now steps up, echoing the resilience of past Cardinals' catchers.

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Story summary

St. Louis Cardinals catcher Iván Herrera exited Sunday’s game against the Red Sox, struggling with left knee inflammation after a sprint around the bases. Needing help to leave the field, Herrera's promising season takes a hit as he heads to the injured list, paving the way for Pedro Pages to step in as catcher.

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