Miller said he's "working as hard as I ever have at this point" in the offseason, and he assured that he would not be hampered when he reports to spring training in February.

"No limitations," Miller said.

Miller had a shoulder impingement that he attempted to pitch through late last season with Cleveland, and he also had a hamstring injury that put him on the disabled list earlier in the season. The Cardinals had their own medical officials review and examine Miller before completing the deal, and John Mozeliak, president of baseball operations, said the team was confidence not only in Miller's current health but the plan in place with Dr. George Paletta, the team's performance department, and Miller to improve and maintain the health of Miller's knee.

Miller had interest from other teams, including the Mets and Yankees, and he said that one of the things that stood out to him was the Cardinals addition of first baseman Paul Goldschmidt.

They were teammates in the World Baseball Classic.

"When the Cardinals call," he said, "you take notice."