9/18/98 - Behind @AndyBenes40's (14-13) stellar 8inn., 3H, 0R, 3BB, 4K, 109np start (Embree: .2inn., 2H, 1BB; @GreggOlson30: .1inn., 3np), the expansion AZ #DBacks shut out Greg Maddux (6.1inn., 10H, 5R, 4ER, 3BB, 9K, 107np) and the ATL Braves, 5-0. Andy Fox: 2H/2R/2K.

#OTD 1995 - Alan Benes makes his major league debut with the Cardinals at Three River Stadium. #STLCards | @AndyBenes40

9/11/99 - On "Turn Ahead the Clock Night" in which the #DBacks' uniforms & in-house sounds were both "futuristic" while the PA announcer sounded like a robot, AZ shut out Philly 4-0 behind @AndyBenes40's dominant start: 8inn., 5H, 0ER, 1BB, 3K. Williams/Bell: 1HR each.

#OTD 2025 - Walt Jocketty was induced (posthumously) into the Cardinals Hall of Fame. Jocketty’s tenure with the St. Louis Cardinals (1994–2007) was nothing short of transformative - a golden era that reshaped the franchise’s identity and success. 🧠 Visionary Leadership: • Jocketty was hired as GM in October 1994 and quickly made waves by bringing in manager Tony La Russa, rekindling their Oakland connection. • He built a front office that blended analytics with old-school scouting, emphasizing both talent and chemistry. 🏆 Achievements: • 7 NL Central Division titles: 1996, 2000, 2002, 2004, 2005, 2006 • 2 National League pennants: 2004 and 2006 • 1 World Series championship: 2006 - defeating the Detroit Tigers 🔥 Key Moves: Jocketty was a master of bold trades and savvy signings: • Acquired legends like Mark McGwire, Scott Rolen, Jim Edmonds, Larry Walker, Will Clark, Adam Wainwright and Chris Carpenter • Drafted future icons Albert Pujols and Yadier Molina, laying the foundation for sustained success 🏅 Recognition: • Named Executive of the Year three times (2000, 2004, 2010) • Inducted into the St. Louis Cardinals Hall of Fame, honoring his legacy ⚾ Legacy: Jocketty’s Cardinals were known for their consistency, winning culture, and star power. His partnership with La Russa was one of the most effective GM-manager duos in modern baseball. Even after his departure in 2007, the blueprint he left behind continued to shape the team’s identity. #STLCards

#OTD 2002 - The Cardinals beat the Cubs 11-2‚ as brothers Andy and Alan Benes oppose each other in only the 7th matchup of brothers in major league history. Andy gets the win while Alan takes the loss, as the Cards score all 11 of their runs in the 3rd inning. #STLCards @AndyBenes40

Andy Benes (Cardinals 1996-1997/2000-2002) X Account: @AndyBenes40 Born in Evansville, IN. on August 20, 1967 Uniform: #40 Best Cardinals season - 1996: 18 Wins 3.83 ERA 230.1 Innings Pitched 160 Strikeouts 3 Complete Games 3rd in Cy Young Vote #STLCards

Also,you were on the winning end of my first Yankees playoff run in ‘95.I was there when Mattingly hit the HR game 2 off you. I remember the sick feeling still at 23 years old when Griffey scored the winning run in game 5. That must have been awesome for you and Seattle 😟🥲🤢

August 23, 1999. 27 years ago today, I took the mound in the big leagues for the first time. Still pretty darn cool to think about. ⚾️🙏

Classic Cardinals commercial featuring @AndyBenes40 and Tony LaRussa. #STLCards

So what is it? The Cardinals just sold at the deadline- good- and now, after a 2 run HR- they lead 6-2 in the 5th and just because there are lefties coming up they don’t want to see if McGreevy can get through at least 5 innings up 4?? How do they learn or grow?

I imagine it can be very difficult, especially for a young couple with kids. Uprooting is never easy under normal circumstances, I can only think how much more difficult it would be when done with no warning - and no input to where you'll land.

7/22/99 - One day after Tony Womack's Inside the Park Grand Slam, @AndyBenes40 became the 1st pitcher in #DBacks hist. to hit more than one HR in his career w/the franchise when he hit his 2nd w/AZ leading off the 3rd inn. (off Jose Lima) in a 2-1 Arizona win at the Houston Astr