assume that position if need be.

However, the Cardinals cannot be faulted for not trying to improve.

They were initially involved in talks regarding Marco Scutaro. Scutaro, the NLCS MVP, who hit .362 for the Giants in 61 games, and would surely be an upgrade at second base for the Cards. In fact, St.Louis reportedly offered him a higher annual salary than the Giants, but he chose the three years over more money.

So who are they still left with? Daniel Descalso. And they will likely still be left with him come April.

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