Willson Contreras' toughness, big swings and improved glove have provided a boost: Cardinals Extra
After all, last season was at times tumultuous for the veteran catcher who left the rival Chicago Cubs to replace franchise icon Yadier Molina as the Cardinals starting catcher. Scrutiny, criticism, a brief benching and a losing season were all part of the year Contreras put behind him, and he’s shown little appetite for looking back.