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Yadier Molina

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Yadier Molina is a Puerto Rican professional baseball catcher who spent his entire Major League Baseball career with the St. Louis Cardinals from 2004 to 2022. Recognized as a premier defensive player, he won nine consecutive Rawlings Gold Glove Awards between 2008 and 2016. Molina also earned two World Series championships with the Cardinals in 2006 and 2011.

His durability and pitch-framing abilities made him a cornerstone of the Cardinals' pitching staff for nearly two decades.

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Did Yadier Molina spend his entire MLB career with the Cardinals?

Yes. Molina played for the St. Louis Cardinals from his 2004 debut through his retirement after the 2022 season.

How many World Series titles did Yadier Molina win?

Molina won two World Series championships with St. Louis, in 2006 and 2011. He was the Cardinals' catcher during both postseason runs.

Why was Molina considered an elite defensive catcher?

He combined a powerful throwing arm with pitch calling, receiving, and control of the running game. Molina won nine Gold Glove Awards, including eight consecutively from 2008 through 2015.

What record did Molina share with Adam Wainwright?

Molina and pitcher Adam Wainwright set the Major League record for starts by a battery, finishing with 328 together. Their partnership lasted across portions of 18 seasons in St. Louis.