Chasing RBI crown, Alec Burleson would 'be all ears' on contract extension with Cardinals

Alec Burleson reached 112 RBIs this season, moving closer to an achievement no St. Louis Cardinals player has reached since 1971. The first baseman indicated he is open to a contract extension, stating he wants to remain with the team throughout its ongoing rebuilding process.
With his 112th RBI of the season Wednesday, the first baseman is vying to do what no Cardinal has since 1971. He says he wants to see the rebuild “through.”
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