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The Cardinals signed the right catcher, but they should not stop there.
The Cardinals signed the right catcher, but they should not stop there.
The five-year, $87.5-million contract, once finalized with three-time All-Star, will be largest ever for free agent who was not previously a Cardinal.
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For some catching prospects like Ivan Herrera, the Willson Contreras signing provides stability in the majors while development continues in the minors.
The Cardinals added a slugger at a position of need at the Winter Meetings. Here are five things to know about Willson Contreras.