St. Louis Sports Link Dump: July 4

Here are some of the best St. Louis sports stories from around the internet for July 4, 2014.

Cardinals: Redbird Rants’ Bob Hudgins writes about the Cardinals’ chances to improve over the next few games.

MLB.com’s Jennifer Langosch writes that the Cardinals get a contagious energy in the rotation from Carlos Martinez.

Rams: Ramblin Fan’s Blaine Grisak writes that the Rams could have a free agent steal in Kenny Britt.

The Horn’s Jonathan Shank examines the impact that Lamarcus Joyner could have on the Rams’ defense this year.

Fox Sports Midwest’s Nate Latsch writes about the Rams’ competition at cornerback and safety.

Blues: NHL.com’s Lou Korac writes that the Blues have substantially increased their depth at the center position.

Illini: Writing Illini’s Ricky Widmer profiles Illini defensive lineman Kenny Nelson.