Willson Contreras' bat-throwing incident led to a four-game ban after appeal, trimming the six-game punishment. He begins Friday, missing a full series versus the Giants and the first Mariners game, a modest two-game swing in his absence. Contreras has posted a solid .254/.338/.448 line with 20 homers this season, making his absence a notable hit to STL’s lineup during a pivotal stretch.