NEWS RELEASE

Oct. 7, 2014 Contact: Kathleen Forhan Phone: (618) 304-4186 Email: [email protected]

It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year! Cardinals win Division Series

ST. LOUIS– For the second time this post season, the St. Louis Cardinals managed to come from behind to clinch the National League Division Series title. For the fourth year in a row, the Cardinals advance into the National League Championship Series with making history in mind.

Winning the series was certainly a team effort. The Cardinals were mediocre throughout the regular season, but fought for their lives to survive the postseason race. “While our efforts were fierce throughout the season, the flame did not ignite for our team until September. Wins started wracking up and we knew the post season was in plain sight,” stated .

With leaders like and , and guidance from Jose Oquendo and , the potential for success is great.

“When you look at the Cardinal’s longstanding tradition, players who have been through here, and great things guys have done, this group should be very proud of themselves,” Matheny states.

The Cardinals hold an honorable reputation in post-season play, and fans hope the team’s potential stands true throughout October.

The Cardinals will face the in the next round of the playoffs. The team will be tested to determine their standing in the World Championship running. The next post-season series begins Oct. 1 at 7:07 p.m. CT at and will air on the Fox network.

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