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4. Rogers Hornsby
Arguably the greatest hitter of all time, Hornsby’s career batting average still ranks second in MLB history. With power, contact, and leadership, he guided the Cardinals to their first World Series crown as a player-manager in 1926. Two MVP awards, two Triple Crowns, and unmatched offensive dominance make Hornsby a cornerstone of Cardinals history and baseball greatness.
3. Albert Pujols
A transcendent talent, Pujols was a nightmare for pitchers over his 22-year career. With 703 home runs, over 2,200 RBIs, and a batting average of .328, his excellence was sustained over two decades. Leading the Cardinals to two World Series titles, Pujols became the epitome of power, grace, and consistency, forever leaving his mark as one of baseball's all-time greats.