Tony La Russa agrees to a one-year contract to return for his 15th season as manager of the Cardinals. The Redbirds have appeared in the postseason eight times under their 65 year-old skipper, including a World Championship in 2006.

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On October 26, 2009 — Tony La Russa agrees to a one-year contract to return for his 15th season as manager of the Cardinals. The Redbirds have appeared in the postseason eight times under their 65 year-old skipper, including a World Championship in 2006.

 

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