Major League Baseball is going through its most entertaining phase right now. After a few hiccups at the start of the season, the 2022 regular season is finally over. And now, after last night’s defeat, MLB legends Albert Pujols and Yadier Molina also bid their farewell to the game.
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Notably, the Philadelphia Phillies defeated the St. Louis Cardinals in consecutive games in the wild card series and knocked the Cardinals out of the postseason. And with this, Pujols and Molina also played their last MLB game.
MLB fans paid tribute to Albert Pujols and Yadier Molina for their legendary career
When the 2022 regular season started, neither the Cardinals were favorites to play in the postseason or win their division nor fans expected Pujols to go berserk and hit his 700th home run. But here we are.
And now, when the Phillies eliminated the Cardinals on Saturday, MLB fans united to say farewell to Albert Pujols and Yadier Molina. Notably, the two have entertained MLB fans for almost two decades.
Taking to Twitter, a Brewers fan said they would have loved to watch Pujols and Molina in one more game. Another fan even predicted that Pujols’ next stop will be in Cooperstown.
It will be so weird. I kind of wanted them to go another game. And I’m a brewers fan and hate the red birds.
— Jennifer Rawski (@jenniferrawski) October 9, 2022
Next stop MLB HOF! It would be cool if Yadier and Albert Pujols get inducted the same year in the Hall of Fame! https://t.co/yqiPvTEOq5
— Michael Hernandez (@BuddyMike91) October 9, 2022
As a Brewers fan, salute to both and congrats on two wonderful careers.
— Jason Disch (@jdisch177) October 9, 2022
The scene on the field here in St Louis. pic.twitter.com/bASk5i2RJN
— Michael Kay (@RealMichaelKay) October 9, 2022
Another MLB fan paid his respect to both legends by tipping his hat. On the other hand, one sincere fan slammed the Cardinals for making their 40-plus olds carry their offense.
Albert Pujols:
⚾11 All-Star
⚾2x World Series champion
⚾3x NL MVP
⚾703 career HRsYadier Molina:
⚾10x All-Star
⚾2x World Series champion
⚾9x Gold Glove Award
⚾Silver Slugger AwardHat tip to two incredible players on their retirements.#Postseason #STLCards pic.twitter.com/rlsbcAQfDT
— Lukas Weese (@Weesesports) October 9, 2022
40+ year olds can’t be carrying your offense
— Pissy Pamper (@yungggboyyy) October 9, 2022
Great careers! As a Braves fan, watching Yodi play what seems like every game 29 years has been a privilege. Both Pujols & Yadi has earned it all and the respect of every fan & player across the leagues. Best of luck to both, enjoy your family's, relax and get some rest
— Mike Vanderberg (@BamaFan1121) October 9, 2022
Several other fans said farewell to Albert Pujols and Molina for their legendary career.
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Can the Phillies stun the defending champions?
The Philadelphia Phillies are in red-hot form. No doubt about that. Their journey to qualify for the postseason and then beat the Cardinals in consecutive games can not go unnoticed. However, now they will be playing against the Atlanta Braves, who have one of the most balanced sides in the entire MLB.
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The Phillies’ strength is their offense. With Kyle Schwarber and Bryce Harper, the NL East side has two of the best hitters in the game. But considering the Braves have Kyle Wright and Max Fried from the mound, the Phillies have a real challenge ahead of them.
Do you think the Phillies can stun the Braves and play the NLCS? Share your thoughts below.
