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"Parting with a player, who for so long has been the face of your organization, is a crossroads nearly every club reaches," said Cardinals general manager John Mozeliak in a statement released by the team. "It's never an easy decision, however we feel that this deal will not only provide us greater roster flexibility, but it also netted us a terrific prospect in David Freese and it allows Jim the opportunity to play closer to family and friends as he approaches the end of his playing career."
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"I would like to thank Jim for his eight tremendous seasons as a Cardinal," said principal owner Bill DeWitt, Jr. "Jim provided Cardinals fans with some of the most memorable moments in Cardinals history during his career in St. Louis. He will be remembered not only for his all-around great play, but also his many contributions to the St. Louis community."
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Starting to sink in.. Gonna miss him but I think the move was good in a way as bad as that sounds.. he's still my favorite player and will continue to be.. but I'm a Cards fan first so if it helps the team I'm for it and I think it does?