Willson Contreras is casting a broader shadow in St. Louis Cardinals' camp this spring, physical modifications resulting from a weight-room regimen he adopted to bulk up for a move to first base.

In Saturday’ spring opener vs. the Marlins, the Cardinals lineup features some of the club’s projected starters like third baseman Nolan Arenado, catcher Willson Contreras, and shortstop Masyn Winn.

St. Louis Cardinals first baseman and former catcher Willson Contreras ran drills at first base and practiced hitting during spring training in Jupiter, Florida on Feb. 17, 2025. Video by

Willson Contreras is casting a broader shadow in St. Louis Cardinals' camp this spring, physical modifications resulting from a weight-room regimen he adopted to bulk up for a move to first base.An

In Saturday’ spring opener vs. the Marlins, the Cardinals lineup features some of the club’s projected starters like third baseman Nolan Arenado, catcher Willson Contreras, and shortstop Masyn Winn.

St. Louis Cardinals' Willson Contreras follows through on a double during the first inning of a spring training baseball game against the New York Mets Monday, Feb. 24, 2025, in

St. Louis Cardinals All-Star Willson Contreras will have a different role with the NL Central Club this season. The Cardinals are moving the longtime catcher to first base. This position change for Contreras comes after the 32-year-old played only 84 games last season due to multiple injuries.

I feel relaxed, I feel confident,” Contreras said after the team’s workout. “I’m just trying to enjoy the process more than anything.” The team approached him near th

Bulks up over winter

The St. Louis Cardinals are moving Willson Contreras from catcher to first base this season, and he reportedly has bulked up to 247 pounds from his usual 235 pounds this spring with the hope of producing more power and RBI production in 2025,

St. Louis Cardinals infielder Willson Contreras watches live batting practice on Tuesday, Feb. 18th, 2025, as spring training continues at the team’s training complex and Jupiter, Fla.

In Saturday’ spring opener vs. the Marlins, the Cardinals lineup features some of the club’s projected starters like third baseman Nolan Arenado, catcher Willson Contreras, and shortstop Masyn Winn.