St. Louis Cardinals

At a Glance

Introduction

The St. Louis Cardinals are one of the oldest and most successful franchises in Major League Baseball history, with roots dating to 1882 and entry into the National League in 1892. Originally known as the Brown Stockings and later the Browns and Perfectos, the club adopted the Cardinals name in 1900 and developed into one of baseball’s signature organizations. Generations of stars have worn the Cardinals uniform, including Rogers Hornsby, Stan Musial, Bob Gibson, Lou Brock, Ozzie Smith, and Albert Pujols, helping establish a tradition of sustained success that has made St. Louis one of the most recognizable franchises in the sport.

The Cardinals have won 11 World Series championships, the most of any National League franchise, with titles spanning from the 1920s through the 2010s. Their history includes dominant championship clubs, memorable postseason runs, and some of the greatest individual careers in baseball history. From the teams led by Hornsby and the Gashouse Gang to the eras of Musial, Gibson, Smith, and Pujols, the Cardinals have remained a significant part of the National League for more than a century. This hub brings together the franchise’s greatest players, historic seasons, statistical leaders, all-time rosters, and other resources covering the history of the St. Louis Cardinals.

Franchise Stats

Single Season Batting Leaders

Single Season Pitching Leaders

Career Batting Leaders

Career Pitching Leaders

Best Players

20 Greatest St. Louis Cardinals of All-Time

St. Louis Cardinals Best Single Seasons

Players

St. Louis Cardinals All-Time Roster

Player Profiles