The Cardinals are a stubborn and hardheaded bunch, refusing to lower their chins and give in to difficult circumstances. It’s a long season, and this team apparently plans to play a hard 162.
Lose ace Adam Wainwright to a season-ending Achilles tendon injury? No depression. Keep grinding.
Put an overload of responsibility on the shoulders of overworked relievers? No problem. Keep giving them the ball.
Engage the Pirates to three consecutive extra-innings games, with so many high-pressure pitches and at-bats? No going home early. Keep going for as long as it takes.
Fall behind to the Cubs 5-0 after a half-inning Monday?