In front of 46,214 fans, the Cardinals' stalwart quietly tied a major-league record. He caught his 1756th career game with the Cardinals, tying Cubs Hall of Famer Gabby Hartnett for the most games caught with one team.
"Catchers love that stat," said Matheny, a former catcher. "You don't pay a whole lot of attention to many others, but games played, you realize you're doing something to help your team win if you continue to be in there. For Yadi to be able to say that's something he's accomplished on a team that's been significant almost every season, it says a lot about him.