With Jordan Montgomery likely on the trading block, it’s time to think about destinations where the left-hander could land. The St. Louis Cardinals have said they’re selling at the deadline, and Montgomery is an attractive trade chip for teams looking for starting pitching. It’s never a good time watching your favorite baseball team have a subpar year. The season turns into a … [Read more...] about Possible Destinations for Jordan Montgomery at the Trade Deadline
Do Not Give Up on Slumping Willson Contreras
Willson Contreras began his time in St. Louis with big shoes to fill. The retirement of 19-year veteran Yadier Molina left a vacancy at the catcher position and Contreras was chosen to be the replacement. He signed a five-year, $87.5 million contract last offseason that was well-deserved. The three-time All-Star posted a 114 OPS+ in his first seven seasons with the … [Read more...] about Do Not Give Up on Slumping Willson Contreras
Cardinals Giants Series In Review
The St. Louis Cardinals returned home to Busch Stadium to take on the San Francisco Giants for a three-game set. The Giants swept the series, improving their record to 36-32 while dropping the Cardinals to 27-42. The Cardinals currently sit in last place in the NL Central, 8.5 games behind the first-place Pittsburgh Pirates. St. Louis has an off day on Thursday before traveling … [Read more...] about Cardinals Giants Series In Review
Cardinals Prospects That Could Contribute Now
As of mid-June, the St. Louis Cardinals are currently 27-40, good for last place in the NL Central. That does not, however, mean that 2023 is doomed for the Cardinals quite yet. The NL Central is the tightest division in baseball and the Cardinals are 8.5 games behind the first-place Milwaukee Brewers. While an 8.5 game deficit may sound like a lot, it has happened before-just … [Read more...] about Cardinals Prospects That Could Contribute Now
Ryan Helsley Heads to IL
St. Louis Cardinals closer Ryan Helsley has been placed on the 15-day IL with a right forearm strain. The move is retroactive to June 10. In a corresponding move, right-hander Jake Woodford has been promoted from Triple-A Memphis. #STLCards RHP Ryan Helsley on his forearm strain: “I’ve been battling some forearm tightness management & felt fine for a couple of weeks & … [Read more...] about Ryan Helsley Heads to IL