Below are a few photos from the St. Louis Cardinals Opening Day on March 31, 2011.

Kyle McClellan with the world-famous Anheuser-Busch Clydesdales before the ceremonies.

Even the Clydesdales want to get a look at Stan Musial when he arrives!

Governor Nixon, County Executive Dooley and Mayor Slay greet Stan Musial.

Presidential Medal of Freedom recipient Stan Musial waves to the crowd.

Cardinals Hall of Famers greet new player Lance Berkman.

An eagle from the World Bird Sanctuary.

For years the World Bird Sanctuary in Valley Park has brought Eagles and other rare birds to important games at the stadium.  One popular activity is when they release an eagle high in the outfield.  Fans then watch as it circles the stadium and lands with his trainer in the middle of the field.  The trainer swings something in a circle when the bird is in flight.  I assume it is food!  You can find out more about the World Bird Sanctuary here.

The eagle with his trainer after landing on the field.

Both Jim Edmonds and his son threw out ceremonial first pitches.

Jim Edmonds shares a moment with Tony LaRussa.

The Cardinals warm-up before the first pitch of the game.

These are just some of the photos I shot at the Opening Day festivities.  Be sure to check out the next issue of the Cardinals Magazine for more photos.  It can be found on news stands around St. Louis or by going to their website.