Cardinals Welcome Back Yadier Molina for Giants Series
*September 4, 2025* — The St. Louis Cardinals are set to reunite with franchise legend Yadier Molina during their weekend series against the San Francisco Giants. Molina will join manager Oliver Marmol and the coaching staff in the dugout for all three games, providing leadership and guidance as the team focuses on development late in the season.
According to reporter Jeff Jones, Molina will once again serve in a guest coaching role, similar to his stint earlier this summer during a series against the Chicago Cubs.
Molina, who retired after the 2022 season following a 19-year career with St. Louis, is one of the most decorated players in team history. His resume includes **10 All-Star selections, nine Gold Gloves, and two World Series championships. This marks his second dugout appearance of the year, further extending his long-standing connection with the organization.
His return is expected to make an impact both on and off the field. Young players like catcher Jimmy Crooks III and outfielder Jordan Walker will benefit from his mentorship, while fans are reminded of the Cardinals’ championship tradition.
Though Marmol remains the team’s manager, Molina’s involvement has sparked speculation about a possible future coaching or managerial role. For now, his presence brings renewed energy as St. Louis prepares to face a red-hot Giants team that has won 10 of its last 11 games.
Molina’s return symbolizes a bridge between the Cardinals’ storied past and their ongoing efforts to shape a competitive future.
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