"He is an elite competitor, a consistent winner, and one of the greatest ever at his position, and we look forward to many contributions during his visits with us in this new role, both in and out of uniform. Yadi will provide input on our catching program, will advise our staff on catching and game planning strategy, and will give me and our front office valuable perspective from his unique vantage point."
"He played for the Cardinals for nearly 20 years, beginning in 2004 and sticking around through 2022. His offense was up-and-down over his career but great at his peak. Even when his bat was on the lighter side, he provided value with his defense and intangible abilities as a team leader. Along the way, he made ten All-Star teams, won nine Gold Gloves and helped the Cards win titles in 2006 and 2011."
Yadier Molina has been hired by the St. Louis Cardinals as a special assistant to the president of baseball operations with duties focused on catching and game-planning strategy. He will provide input on the catching program, advise staff on catching and game-planning strategy, and offer the front office valuable perspective. Molina will also work to instill high standards, attention to detail, and a championship mindset in players. Molina played nearly 20 seasons for the Cardinals (2004–2022), made ten All-Star teams, won nine Gold Gloves, and helped the team win World Series titles in 2006 and 2011. He has managerial experience in Latin American leagues and managed Puerto Rico in the 2023 World Baseball Classic.
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