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BREAKING: St. Louis Cardinals star Lars Nootbaar made a shocking statement after the 10-4 win over the Atlanta Braves: “Alex Verdugo is too weak to compare to me…” tn

BREAKING: Cardinals Star Lars Nootbaar Makes Shocking Statement After 10-4 Win Over Braves – Takes Direct Shot at Alex Verdugo

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The MLB world is buzzing after St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Lars Nootbaar made a bold and unexpected statement following the team’s dominant 10-4 victory over the Atlanta Braves.

Speaking to reporters post-game, Nootbaar didn’t hold back when asked about comparisons to other outfielders in the league — specifically Yankees star Alex Verdugo.

“Alex Verdugo is too weak to compare to me,” Nootbaar said, sparking immediate controversy and online reactions.

A War of Words?

The direct shot at Verdugo has fans and analysts alike speculating whether there’s an underlying rivalry or personal tension between the two players. While the context of the comment remains unclear, the tone was unmistakably confident — and borderline confrontational.

Some see it as friendly banter, while others are calling it unnecessary trash talk.

“We love Nootbaar’s fire, but that was harsh,” one fan posted.
“Hope Verdugo responds with his bat,” added another.

Nootbaar’s Big Game

Nootbaar’s comment came after a standout performance in the win over Atlanta, where he recorded 3 RBIs, a home run, and a diving catch that brought the crowd to its feet. His energy was electric — and so was his postgame presence.

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Will Verdugo Respond?

As of this writing, Alex Verdugo has not publicly responded to Nootbaar’s remarks. However, with the Yankees set to face the Cardinals later this season, fans are already circling the date — hoping for fireworks both on and off the field.

Final Thoughts

Lars Nootbaar’s bold words may have added fuel to a new cross-league rivalry. Whether it was heat-of-the-moment emotion or a calculated jab, one thing is certain:

The MLB just got a little more personal.

Stay tuned for updates on this developing story.

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