The St. Louis Cardinals announced a series of roster moves ahead of their game with the Texas Rangers on Saturday. The team has recalled right-hander Roddery Munoz and selected utilityman Ryan Vilade from Triple-A. In corresponding moves, right-hander Gordon Graceffo has been optioned to Triple-A. Outfielder Jordan Walker will be hitting the 10-day IL with left wrist … [Read more...] about Cardinals Place Outfielder Jordan Walker on Injured List
Brendan Donovan Becoming One of MLB’s Best Second Basemen
For the first time in his four-year career, Brendan Donovan is playing more than 2/3 of his games at one position. He’s settled into the role as the St. Louis Cardinals‘ regular second baseman. He’s also having the strongest season of anyone at that position in MLB. Brendan Donovan Becoming a Top Second Baseman in MLB Leading All Second Basemen Offensively Statistically, … [Read more...] about Brendan Donovan Becoming One of MLB’s Best Second Basemen
Catcher Position Shuffle Most Important Change for Cardinals so Far
The St. Louis Cardinals have maximized their talent by shuffling the catcher position in 2025. In the wake of Paul Goldschmidt leaving the team in free agency, the Cardinals shifted longtime catcher Willson Contreras to first base. Ivan Herrera and Pedro Pages are the team’s new catchers. The change has helped the Cardinals to a strong start to the season. Herrera is the … [Read more...] about Catcher Position Shuffle Most Important Change for Cardinals so Far
Victor Scott II Has Tightened Grip on Cardinal’s Center Field Spot
The start to the past two seasons could not have been more different for St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Victor Scott II. In 2024, injuries aided him earning an Opening Day slot as the team’s center fielder out of Spring Training. He was shortly after sent down to the minors after struggling with the big league club. This season, Scott II earned the center field spot again … [Read more...] about Victor Scott II Has Tightened Grip on Cardinal’s Center Field Spot
Defensive Excellence Fuels Cardinals’ Hot Streak
The St. Louis Cardinals have been one of the hottest teams in baseball over the past month. Their league-leading defense has fueled their success of late. In part, the team is set up to benefit from stellar defense. The pitching staff is designed to get outs in the field rather than through strikeouts. Individual standouts in the field have aided the team’s metrics … [Read more...] about Defensive Excellence Fuels Cardinals’ Hot Streak