“Big Mac Is Back in the Gateway City!” — Mark McGwire Returns to the St. Louis Cardinals as a Beloved Member of the Coaching Staff, Reigniting Hopes and Memories from the Home Run Glory Days
Cardinals Nation, get ready to relive the magic — Mark “Big Mac” McGwire is officially returning to the St. Louis Cardinals, not as a power-hitting slugger this time, but as a vital part of the coaching staff for the upcoming season!
The former first baseman and legendary home run king, whose bat once electrified Busch Stadium and inspired an entire generation of fans, is stepping back into the red and white uniform in a new role. McGwire, known for his jaw-dropping 70-homer season in 1998 and his fierce work ethic, will now bring that same passion and experience to help mentor the next wave of Cardinals hitters.
This isn’t McGwire’s first stint as a coach — he previously served as the Cards’ hitting coach from 2010 to 2012, where he played a crucial role in shaping the offense that led to the team’s unforgettable 2011 World Series run. Now, with his return, fans are buzzing with nostalgia and excitement, hoping that Big Mac’s presence will spark another golden era at Busch.
McGwire’s deep connection to St. Louis — both as a player and a mentor — makes this return feel like more than just a hire. It’s a homecoming. A chance for fans to see one of their all-time favorites once again contributing to the team’s legacy, not with monster homers this time, but with wisdom, heart, and leadership.
Whether you watched him crush moonshots into Big Mac Land or you’re a younger fan who’s only seen the highlights, this is a moment to celebrate. Big Mac is back — and Cardinals baseball just got a whole lot more exciting.