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Cardinals 1B Contreras begins serving 4-game suspension; Arenado could start rehab assignment
Willson Contreras began a four-game suspension for an on-field outburst, while Nolan Arenado may start rehab for a right shoulder strain next week, manager Oliver Marmol said.
- Willson Contreras began serving a reduced four-game suspension at the Cardinals' home game on Friday, September 5, 2025.
- The suspension originated from an incident on August 25 when Contreras was removed from the game after disputing calls with the umpire and throwing his bat toward a coach.
- While Contreras serves his suspension, Nolan Gorman will take over at first base, Yohel Pozo has been reinstated after his concussion-related absence, and César Prieto has been sent down to Triple-A Memphis.
- Contreras, a 33-year-old three-time All-Star batting.254 with 20 home runs, will miss this weekend’s Giants series plus Monday’s opener in Seattle before returning Tuesday.
- The suspension and roster adjustments highlight challenges for the Cardinals, who sit 5.5 games behind in the Wild Card race as they aim to remain competitive.
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Cardinals’ Willson Contreras to serve reduced 4-game suspension
Willson Contreras had his six-game suspension reduced to four games on Friday and began serving the discipline with Friday night’s home game against the San Francisco Giants. Contreras had appealed his discipline for throwing his bat while arguing with umpires during an Aug. 25 contest against the Pittsburgh Pirates. He will be eligible to play Tuesday when the Cardinals visit the Seattle Mariners. Contreras struck out in the seventh inning of t…
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Willson Contreras had his six-game suspension reduced to four games on Friday and began serving the discipline with Friday night's home game against the San Francisco Giants.
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Cardinals 1B Contreras begins serving 4-game suspension; Arenado could start rehab assignment
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