Frequently Asked Questions
What did Kris Bryant say about St. Louis that upset Cardinals players?
Bryant joked that St. Louis is "boring" and that he doesn't enjoy playing there during an interview at Cubs Convention. The comment was made in front of Cubs fans and was meant to be harmless banter.
How did Yadier Molina respond to Kris Bryant's comments?
Molina went off on his Instagram account calling Bryant a "loser" and told MLB.com that Bryant's words will "carry on into the season." He vowed to "defend his ground" and said the Cardinals need to stick together as a family.
Did other Cardinals players react to Bryant's St. Louis joke?
Yes, relief pitcher John Brebbia called Bryant a "loser" on social media, though he later said he was joking. Cardinals fans on Twitter had much more extreme reactions ranging from questioning Bryant's talent to making disturbing personal attacks.
Was Ryan Dempster involved in the controversy about St. Louis?
Yes, Dempster was interviewing Bryant at Cubs Convention and doubled down on the St. Louis comments by saying there was a "zero chance in hell" he would have accepted a trade to St. Louis when he was a player.
Why does the author think the Cardinals are overreacting to Bryant's comments?
The author believes Bryant's comment about St. Louis being "boring" was completely harmless trash talk expected at a Cubs Convention. He points out that Cardinals fans regularly trash Chicago and Wrigley Field, so this type of rivalry banter should be expected and tolerated.