Tony La Russa partners with The PenFed Foundation for Military Heroes to celebrate Cardinals’ historic championships

ST. LOUIS, Mo. (First Alert 4) - Baseball legend Tony La Russa is partnering with The PenFed Foundation for Military Heroes to celebrate the St. Louis Cardinals’ 2006 and 2011 World Series championships.

On Wednesday, July 16, a presentation at Stifel Theatre will feature highlight videos with former players describing key game moments and behind-the-scenes experiences.

The evening will also include special tributes to:

Darryl Kile, who tied for first for the best teammate ever, and the legendary Jack Buck. Losing them in 2002 inspired the team into October.
Walt Jocketty, the architect of the culture and talent that began the winning era.
Tom Satterly, a multi decorated Delta Force Sgt. Major who for 20 plus years fought for our country, and now with his wife Jen, cares for returning warriors and their families.

Players committed to attending include Rick Ankiel,Will Clark,David Eckstein,Jim Edmonds,David Freese,Al Hrabosky,Jason Isringhausen,Mike Matheny,Matt Morris,Reggie SandersandWoody Williams. Joe Buck is also scheduled to be in attendance.

The evening will the missions of the below nonprofit organizations:

La Russa Rescue Champions and its Partnership with The PenFed Foundation for Military Heroes empowering veterans as they transition from service to success in their civilian lives, including connecting them to life-changing service dogs.
All Secure Foundation healing special operators and families from traumas of war.
Cardinals Care improving the lives of kids.
Center for Animal Rescue & Enrichment; Five Acres Animal Shelter; Home 2 Home Canine Orphanage; Open Door Animal Sanctuary; and St Louis Pet Rescue – local no kill rescue groups.

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