Willson Contreras has moved from catcher to first base as the Cardinals attempt to minimize the wear and tear on his body.

Contreras is moving from catcher to first base this season and is less concerned about flexibility, freeing him up to add some bulk over the winter. The 32-year-old didn't play after Aug. 24 last ...

Willson Contreras’ position change from catcher to first base this spring training at Cardinals camp has largely been about the small details that either will add up to him being comfortable in ...

Willson Contreras is casting a broader shadow in St. Louis Cardinals' camp this spring, physical modifications resulting from a weight-room regimen he adopted to bulk up for a move to first base.

So they didn't apparently think it was worthwhile to just maybe mix in Willson Contreras less while he gets up to speed. It's just a really strange overall messaging because this is not how you ...