Over the years, Pujols and his foundation have helped bring joy to young people with Down syndrome.
Three-time MVP continues emotional week by awaiting word Wednesday on how his wife's brain surgery went in Southern California. He says: It 'went well.'
The return of Albert Pujols reminds fans that it has been a while since the organization developed its own high-impact power hitter. Now the Cardinals have young sluggers who can change that trend.
DeJong, Goldschmidt, Molina homer. DeJong has five RBIs, Goldschmidt four hits and Molina three RBIs. Mikolas allows one run over five innings.
Carlson's jammed right hand also passes muster although he isn't in lineup as Cardinals take on Marlins Thursday night. Pujols, Molina and Matz participate in minor league games.
“He is showing,” manager Oliver Marmol said after the win, “the Paul DeJong we wanted to see.”
DeJong knocks in five runs, three on home run. Molina also homers, Pujols singles as Mikolas pitches strongly for five innings.