On The Fly

JUPITER, Fla. - The Cardinals held their first full-squad workout Tuesday in Florida. Manager Tony La Russa began the proceedings with a team meeting, but invited the players to step up and to most of the talking.

Once on the field, top prospect Shelby Miller was a popular figure, throwing his first bullpen session of the spring. Reliever Ryan Franklin also pitched his first live batting practice session.

Slugger Albert Pujols participated in both bunting and baserunning drills. And, coming off surgery, shortstop Brendan Ryan wore a splint on his right wrist during fielding practice.

Missing the first full-squad workout was outfielder Matt Holliday, who was out sick.