Red Schoendienst

Red Schoendienst was a versatile infielder, longtime manager, and beloved ambassador of the St. Louis Cardinals organization. Known for his steady glove, high baseball IQ, and leadership, Schoendienst spent 19 seasons in the Major Leagues and made 10 All-Star appearances. He was a key contributor to the Cardinals’ 1946 World Series title and later helped the Milwaukee Braves win the 1957 championship. A .289 career hitter, he was elected to the Hall of Fame in 1989, capping a career that spanned more than six decades in the game.

As a manager, Schoendienst led the Cardinals to two National League pennants and a World Series title in 1967, guiding a team that included Hall of Famer Bob Gibson and speedster Lou Brock. Between his playing, coaching, and managing careers, Schoendienst spent a grand total of 67 years in baseball. Red Schoendienst's long and loyal career stands as a symbol of quiet leadership and adaptation during baseball’s transformative decades.