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Willson Contreras exits early, but honors Yadier Molina in home opener
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Willson Contreras on signing with the Cardinals and replacing Yadier Molina - He was my idol
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Contreras' edge already on display in the early days of Cardinals camp
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Cubs hope Contreras continues to grow
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Willson Contreras signing $87.5 million contract with Cardinals
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RUMORS: Cardinals' 'Plan B' amid Willson Contreras free agency pursuit
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No one could replace Yadier Molina': Willson Contreras' message after signing with Cardinals
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From bat flips to back picks, Willson Contreras exceeded everyone's expectations - Bleed Cubbie Blue
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Willson Contreras: Joining St. Louis Cardinals 'a dream come true
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Willson Contreras: Three reasons why new Cardinals catcher Willson Contreras is the ideal replacement for Yadier Molina
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Willson Contreras unveils his Opening Day 'tribute' to Yadier Molina: Cardinals Extra
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Baffoe: Something In The Nothing Of Willson Contreras-Yadier Molina Comments - CBS Chicago
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Bernie: By Scapegoating Willson Contreras, John Mozeliak and Oli Marmol Reveal Weakness and Incompetence. - Scoops