Albert Pujols

Los Angeles Angels' Albert Pujols celerates a two-run home run against the Toronto Blue Jays during the fifth inning of a baseball game in Anaheim, Calif., Sunday, May 6, 2012. This was Pujols' first home run of the season.

Los Angeles Angels' Albert Pujols blows a bubble at first base against the Minnesota Twins during a game in Anaheim, Calif., Monday, April 30, 2012.

Los Angeles Angels' Albert Pujols smiles during a news conference after a spring training baseball workout, Monday, Feb. 20, 2012, in Tempe, Ariz.

Albert Pujols and C.J. Wilson — AP Photo/Alex Gallardo

Los Angeles Angels new players Albert Pujols, left, and C.J. Wilson pose for a photograph during a baseball news conference in Anaheim, Calif., Saturday, Dec. 12, 2011.

Albert Pujols
2012 MLB Free Agents

St. Louis Cardinals' Albert Pujols hits a two-run home run during the seventh inning of Game 3 of the World Series against the Texas Rangers, Oct. 22, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. Pujols' six Fall Classic RBIs matched Bobby Richardson in 1960 and Hideki Matsui in 2009.

2011 World Series

St. Louis Cardinals' Albert Pujols hits a home run during the ninth inning of Game 3 of the World Series against the Texas Rangers, Oct. 22, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. The home run was Pujols' third of the game. Pujols joined Babe Ruth and Reggie Jackson as the only players to belt three home runs in a World Series.

2011 World Series

Albert Pujols is congratulated by Jon Jay — AP Photo/Jim Prisching

St. Louis Cardinals' Albert Pujols (5) is congratulated by Jon Jay (19) after Pujols hit a two-run home run during the first inning of Game 2 of the National League championship series against the St. Louis Cardinals, Oct. 10, 2011, in Milwaukee.

St. Louis Cardinals first baseman Albert Pujols dives for a ball hit by Pittsburgh Pirates' Ryan Doumit during the ninth inning on Saturday, Aug. 27, 2011, in St. Louis. Pujols tossed the ball to pitcher Octavio Dotel covering at first for the out.

St. Louis Cardinals' Albert Pujols is hit in the hand by a pitch during the seventh inning against the Milwaukee Brewers Tuesday, Aug. 2, 2011, in Milwaukee. Pujols was hit on the left hand near the wrist he broke earlier this season. X-rays after the game were negative.

Albert Pujols watches his RBI single — AP Photo/Tom Gannam

St. Louis Cardinals' Albert Pujols (5) watches his RBI single during the seventh inning against the Pittsburgh Pirates on Tuesday, April 5, 2011, in St. Louis.

St. Louis Cardinals slugger Albert Pujols speaks to the media after arriving in camp for spring training on Thursday, Feb. 17, 2011, in Jupiter, Fla. The deadline for Pujols and the St. Louis Cardinals to reach a new contract agreement passed with no new deal.

Albert Pujols is safe at home as he avoids the tag — AP Photo/Jeff Roberson

St. Louis Cardinals' Albert Pujols, right, is safe at home as he avoids the tag from San Diego Padres catcher Yorvit Torrealba on a sacrifice fly by Pedro Feliz during the first inning, Sept. 19, 2010, in St. Louis. Pujols passed Stan Musial to be the all-time Cardinals' leader in multi-HR games when he hit two home runs (38 and 39) for the 38th time in a game.

Albert Pujols (5) of the St. Louis Cardinals stands at the plate against the Atlanta Braves at Turner Field on Sept. 9, 2010 in Atlanta. Pujols reached 100 RBIs for the 10th consecutive year. Only Al Simmons had a longer streak at the beginning of a career, 11 years (1924-1934). Pujols joined Jimmie Foxx, Lou Gehrig, and Alex Rodriguez in having 10 consecutive seasons of 100+ RBIs at any time in their career.

St. Louis Cardinals' Albert Pujols watches his 400th home run in the fourth inning of a baseball game with the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park in Washington, Aug. 26, 2010. Pujols hit his 30th home run of the season extending his own major league record of most consecutive 30 home run seasons (10) to begin a career starting with his rookie year.

Albert Pujols intentionally walked — Getty Images/Doug Pensinger

Catcher Yorvit Torrealba (8) of the Colorado Rockies calls for a pitch out as Huston Street intentionally walks Albert Pujols (5) of the St. Louis Cardinals in the ninth inning at Coors Field on Sept. 27, 2009 in Denver, Colorado. The 2009 season marked the ninth consecutive season since the start of his career that Pujols reached 100 or more RBI and 30 or more doubles, and the fifth time he hit 40+ home runs. He also won his first home run title.

St. Louis Cardinals' Albert Pujols is hit by a pitch during the ninth inning against the Florida Marlins Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2009, in St. Louis. In 2009, Pujols hit his 40th double of the season, making him the second player in baseball history to hit 40 doubles and 40 home runs in three separate seasons (2003, 2004, 2009), joining Lou Gehrig. Pujols was also named the NL MVP for the third time and Player of the Decade.

Albert Pujols hits a home run during the first round of the MLB baseball Home Run Derby — AP Photo/Morry Gash

National League's Albert Pujols of the St. Louis Cardinals hits a home run during the first round of the MLB baseball Home Run Derby in St. Louis, July 13, 2009. For the All-Star Game, which took place at his home ballpark of Busch Stadium, Pujols participated in the Home Run Derby and caught President Barack Obama's ceremonial first pitch before the All-Star Game.

The Cardinals' Albert Pujols hits a solo home run during the fifth inning against the Chicago Cubs, July 10, 2009, at Wrigley Field in Chicago. Pujols was the leading vote-getter for the 2009 MLB All-Star Game, receiving the highest number of votes in NL history to date.

St. Louis Cardinals' Albert Pujols follows through on a two-run home run during the 14th inning as New York Mets catcher Brian Schneider looks on, July 26, 2008, at Shea Stadium in New York. Pujols won his second NL MVP Award in 2008.

St. Louis Cardinals' Albert Pujols hits his 300th career home run during the eighth inning of a baseball game against the Chicago Cubs, July 4, 2008, in St. Louis. Pujols was named the 2008 winner of the Roberto Clemente Award for the player who best exemplifies the game of baseball, sportsmanship, community involvement, and the individual's contribution to his team.

Scott Rolen and teammate Albert Pujols celebrate — AP Photo/Tom Gannam

St. Louis Cardinals Scott Rolen (27) and teammate Albert Pujols celebrate after the St. Louis Cardinals defeated Detroit Tigers in Game 5 of the World Series on Friday, Oct. 27, 2006 in St. Louis. The Cards won the World Series four games to one.

Albert Pujols hits a comebacker — Getty Images/Jamie Squire

Albert Pujols (5) of the St. Louis Cardinals hits a comebacker to pitcher Joel Zumaya (54) of the Detroit Tigers in the seventh inning during Game Three of 2006 World Series at Busch Stadium on Oct. 24, 2006 in St. Louis.

Albert Pujols stands in the on deck circle — Getty Images/Jamie Squire

Albert Pujols (5) of the St. Louis Cardinals stands in the on deck circle in the first inning against the Detroit Tigers during Game Two of 2006 World Series on Oct. 22, 2006 at Comerica Park in Detroit.

St. Louis Cardinals' Albert Pujols watches the flight of his 14th-inning solo home run that gave the Cardinals a 3-2 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers on Thursday, July 13, 2006, in St. Louis. Pujols became the 35th player to hit home runs in four consecutive at-bats, and the 20th batter to hit four home runs in four consecutive plate appearances.

Albert Pujols celebrates with teammates — AP Photo/Ed Reinke

St. Louis Cardinals' Albert Pujols, center, celebrates with teammates Yadier Molina, So Taguchi and John Rodriguez after hitting a two-run walk-off home run in the ninth inning against the Cincinnati Reds on Sunday, April 16, 2006 at Busch Stadium in St. Louis. Pujols hit three home runs to lead the Cardinals to a 8-7 victory over the Reds. Pujols set a record for the most home runs hit in April of the season (14) - and became the fastest player in major league history to reach 19 home runs in a season.

David Eckstein is mobbed by teammate Albert Pujols — AP Photo/Tom Gannam

St. Louis Cardinals' David Eckstein is mobbed by teammates Albert Pujols, left to right, John Rodriguez and Mark Grudzielanek after hitting a walk-off grand slam in the ninth inning against the Atlanta Braves, Sunday, Aug. 7, 2005, at Busch Stadium in St. Louis. In 2005, Pujols batted .330 with 41 home runs (including his 200th career homer), 117 RBIs, 97 walks, and 16 stolen bases and won the National League MVP award.

Albert Pujols dives for a foul ball just — Getty Images/Ronald Martinez

Albert Pujols (5) of the St. Louis Cardinals dives for a foul ball just out of his reach in game one of National League Championship Series against the Houston Astros during the 2004 playoffs on Oct. 13, 2004 at Busch Stadium in St. Louis. He was named the MVP of the 2004 NLCS, helping his team reach the World Series. The Cardinals were swept by the Red Sox in four games.

Albert Pujols and wife Deidre celebrate — Getty Images/Jeff Gross

Albert Pujols (5) of the St. Louis Cardinals and wife Deidre celebrate after the Cardinals won the National League Division Series game four 6-2 over the Los Angeles Dodgers at Dodger Stadium Oct. 10, 2004 in Los Angeles. The couple have four children, Isabella (Deidre's daughter, from a previous relationship), Albert Jr., Sophia, and Ezra. Pujols and his wife are active in the cause of people with Down syndrome, as Isabella was born with this condition.

Albert Pujols hits a 2-run double — Getty Images/Jed Jacobsohn

Albert Pujols of the National League hits a 2-run double during the fourth inning of the Major League Baseball 75th All-Star Game at Minute Maid Park on July 13, 2004 in Houston. The American League defeated the National League 9-4. Pujols signed a seven-year, $100 million contract extension in 2004 with a $16 million club option for 2011 with no trade provisions.

Albert Pujols (5) of the St. Louis Cardinals connects with the ball against the Milwaukee Brewers at Busch Stadium in St. Louis on April 11, 2002. In 2002, their was no sophomore jinx for Pujols as he hit .314 with 34 homers and 127 RBI.

Albert Pujols walks to the on-deck circle — Getty Images/Elsa

Albert Pujols (5) of the St. Louis Cardinals walks to the on-deck circle during the game against the Milwaukee Brewers at Busch Stadium on April 3, 2003 in St. Louis. Pujols had one of the best offensive seasons in Cardinals history that year, batting .359 with 43 home runs and 124 RBIs. He won the NL batting title while also leading the league in runs, hits, doubles, extra base hits, and total bases. Pujols joined Rogers Hornsby as the only players in Cardinals' history to record 40+ homers and 200+ hits in the same season. He also had a 30-game hitting streak.

Albert Pujols leaps to make the catch — Getty Images/Elsa

Albert Pujols (5) of the St. Louis Cardinals leaps to make the catch and rob Alex Gonzalez (11) of the Florida Marlins of a home run at Busch Stadium in St. Louis, May 2, 2002. Pujols moved to left field to accommodate gold glove 3B Scott Rolen.

Albert Pujols gets ready in the field — Getty Images/Jed Jacobsohn

Albert Pujols (5) of the St. Louis Cardinals gets ready in the field during a game against the San Francisco Giants at Pac Bell Park on June 30, 2001 in San Francisco. Pujols started his major league career playing third base. He started at four different positions - 3B, LF, RF and 1B - while appearing in 161 games.

Albert Pujols and Mark McGwire — Getty Images

St. Louis Cardinals' Albert Pujols and slugger Mark McGwire speak during workouts at Bank One Ballpark in Phoenix, Oct. 8, 2001. Pujols won the National League Rookie of the Year. His 37 home runs were one short of the National League rookie record of 38 and his 130 RBI set an NL rookie record.

Albert Pujols swings at the pitch — Getty Images/Elsa

Albert Pujols (5) of the St. Louis Cardinals swings at the pitch during the game against the Houston Astros at Busch Stadium on April 15, 2001 in St. Louis. After an outstanding spring training, Pujols was called up early in the 2001 season due to injuries on the team.