St. Louis Cardinals Ace Adam Wainwright Looks to Make History with 200th Career Win
St. Louis, MO – The St. Louis Cardinals may be having a season to forget, but veteran pitcher Adam Wainwright is determined to make history and give fans something to remember. The 42-year-old right-hander is on the cusp of his 200th career win and hopes to achieve the milestone in front of the Cardinals faithful at Busch Stadium.
Wainwright, one of the most accomplished and beloved players in franchise history, has been the backbone of the Cardinals’ pitching staff for years. His famous curveball has befuddled countless batters, and his leadership on and off the field has earned him the respect and admiration of teammates and fans alike.
With 199 career wins under his belt, Wainwright has set the stage for Monday’s potentially historic start by snapping an 11-start winless streak in Baltimore last Tuesday. It hasn’t been an easy season for the pitcher or the Cardinals, as the team fell short of their NL record-tying streak of 15 straight winning seasons and find themselves struggling to avoid finishing in last place for the first time in 33 years.
But Wainwright’s pursuit of win No. 200 has provided a glimmer of hope and excitement for Cardinals fans. Manager Oliver Marmol made sure to handle his bullpen in Sunday’s victory over the Phillies with Wainwright’s start in mind, knowing that strength and depth in the bullpen will be crucial to securing the milestone win.
Teammates of Wainwright are equally eager to see him achieve this significant milestone. Reigning NL MVP Paul Goldschmidt expressed his admiration for Wainwright and his desire to honor the pitcher’s legacy.
“Every time he takes the mound, as a teammate, you always want to make sure your game is on the same level,” Goldschmidt said. “Knowing what kind of teammate he is, how hard he competes and how he prepares, you always want to make sure your game is at that same level as his.”
Wainwright’s journey to 200 wins has not been without its challenges, mirrored by the struggles faced by the Cardinals this season. However, the right-hander’s resilience and determination have always shone through, and his teammates are determined to rally around him and make his achievement a memorable moment in Cardinals history.
As the Cardinals wrap up their season, all eyes will be on Wainwright as he takes the mound against the rival Brewers. If he can summon the magic that has defined his career, Wainwright’s 200th win could become the lasting memory from the 2023 season for Cardinals fans.