A near-death experience strengthened Mike Matheny’s faith. It also reminded him to inspire others. Matheny, who spent 13 years as a Major League Baseball player with four teams before managing both ...

Matheny, who led the Cardinals to a National League Championship in 2013, remains a beloved figure in St. Louis. But his return to the spotlight comes after a personal battle off the field.

ST. LOUIS — Former St. Louis Cardinals manager and catcher Mike Matheny made a heartfelt return to the city he once called home—not to step back onto the field, but to share a different kind ...