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Cardinals reward new ace with contract extension before Opening Day
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Zack Wheeler blossoms into ace for Phillies, gets Game 1 start against Arizona in NLCS - ABC News
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On Eventful Day, the Action Begins With One Ace and Ends With Another - The New York Times
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Encore for Wainwright: Cardinals, longtime ace agree on one-year deal for 2020
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Cardinals rally for 7-5 win over the Cubs to split London series, Sports
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Blue Jays, Cardinals 2023 Opening Day FAQ
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What a contract extension for Phillies ace Aaron Nola might look like
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Cardinals Extend Paul DeJong - MLB Trade Rumors
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First look: Cardinals vs. Padres in Wild Card Series - The San Diego Union-Tribune
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2018 St. Louis Cardinals season - Wikipedia
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Pujols, Angels reach $254 million, 10-year deal - The San Diego Union-Tribune