Cardinals news and notes: Mike Leake, velocity, Adam Wainwright, Jack Flaherty, Ozzie Smith

Here’s a look back at Tuesday’s stories:

Mike Leake has been the Cardinals’ best pitcher - Joe Schwarz explained why Mike Leake has been the Cardinals best pitcher thirteen (now fourteen) games into the 2017 season.

Examining the change in fastball velocity for Cardinals pitchers - Ben Markham examined the fluctuations in fastball velocity for the Cardinals’ hurlers, even though it’s only mid-April.

Adam Wainwright works to help end poverty - A Hunt and Peck - Lil_scooter’s regular link post noted Adam Wainwright’s charity work.

Daily Farm Report: Jack Flaherty Fans 9 - Ebo handled Monday’s farm report for a day where Jack Flaherty whiffed nine, Tyler Lyons made a rehab start, and more!

Interview with Hall of Famer and Cardinals legend Ozzie Smith - Alex Crisafulli recaps a very interesting interview between Viva El Birdos and Hall of Famer Ozzie Smith, and it’s definitely worth a read.

That does it for Tuesday. Check back Wednesday for more!