Willson Contreras was signed by the St. Louis Cardinals as a successor to veteran catcher Yadier Molina. Molina announced his retirement following the 2022 season after 19 years with the Cardinals. The 30-year-old Contreras will be a significant improvement in the position, especially on the offensive side, as Molina's output has declined recently.Talkin’ Baseball@TalkinBaseball_“(Yadier Molina) was my idol… But I came here to be Willson Contreras.”2671131“(Yadier Molina) was my idol… But I came here to be Willson Contreras.” https://t.co/Uej5qnUivd"(Yadier Molina) was my idol… But I came here to be Willson Contreras." - TalkinBaseball_Contreras' 121 wRC+ over the last two seasons places him third among catchers who have made at least 500 plate appearances during that time. Contreras should have a solid chance of surpassing the run and RBI totals he logged with sub-.500 clubs in both of the previous two years. He joins a potent Cardinals lineup that features Nolan Arenado and reigning National League MVP Paul Goldschmidt at the heart of the order.Willson Contreras will fit well in the St. Louis CardinalsThe 30-year-old Willson Contreras made his professional debut during the 2016 season, the Chicago Cubs' first World Series victory in 108 years. He continued to be a pillar of the team even as fellow All-Stars Anthony Rizzo, Kris Bryant, and Javier Baez left via trade.He will now travel to St. Louis, where Molina has held down the catching position since 2004.MLB Network@MLBNetworkAfter 7 Big League seasons with the Cubs, Willson Contreras will reportedly have a new home in St. Louis with the Cardinals.The 3x All-Star was one of just two remaining players from the Cubs 2016 World Series team. 26428After 7 Big League seasons with the Cubs, Willson Contreras will reportedly have a new home in St. Louis with the Cardinals.The 3x All-Star was one of just two remaining players from the Cubs 2016 World Series team. 💍 https://t.co/bo4yJMnu2N"After 7 Big League seasons with the Cubs, Willson Contreras will reportedly have a new home in St. Louis with the Cardinals." - MLBNetworkBefore retiring in October with fellow Cardinals legend Albert Pujols, Molina accomplished a few things in his career. He won two World Series championships, making 10 All-Star Game appearances and winning nine Gold Glove Awards. The Cardinals aren't exactly slouching behind the dish, though.Scintillating replacement for the legend catcher MolinaFollowing the signing of a contract that might last for six seasons, 30-year-old Willson Contreras made his debut as a Cardinal on Friday. The $87.5 million basic salary could be increased to at least $100 million if the Cardinals exercise their option for the 2028 season. Contreras received the most expensive contract in Cardinals history for a player who had never played for the team.Contreras stressed how thrilled he is to be a part of a Cardinals team that is dedicated to winning the World Series. With the Cubs in 2016, he achieved baseball's pinnacle, but the team's core eventually disintegrated.