The St. Louis Cardinals’ 2018 second-round pick has likely earned a spot in the Opening Day lineup after a red-hot Spring Training. Luken Baker has spent six seasons in the Cardinals’ minor league system. He has had stints with the big league club twice over the past two years, seeing at-bats in 54 games. It looks like 2025 will be the first time the 28-year-old will start the … [Read more...] about Longtime Minor Leaguer Luken Baker Has Likely Earned Spot in Cardinals Lineup
Cardinals’ Number Five Prospect May Not Be in Minors Long
The St. Louis Cardinals announced this week that their No. 5 prospect Thomas Saggese will start the year in the minors. They sent the infielder to minor league camp after he spent the past month with the big-league squad. However, it may not be long before he is back in St. Louis. Cardinals Prospect Thomas Saggese Might Have Short Wait for Big League Promotion A Lot of … [Read more...] about Cardinals’ Number Five Prospect May Not Be in Minors Long
Cardinals Eye Six‐Man Rotation as McGreevy Emerges as Key Swingman
St. Louis is reportedly rethinking its starting rotation structure heading into the season. According to John Denton of MLB.com, Cardinals manager Oliver Marmol and his staff are deep in discussions about opening the year with a six‐man rotation—a move that could see the addition of rookie Michael McGreevy to the mix. #STLCards manager Oli Marmol said he and the coaching staff … [Read more...] about Cardinals Eye Six‐Man Rotation as McGreevy Emerges as Key Swingman
Ryan Helsley Adds Cutter to His Arsenal After League-Leading Save Season
Ryan Helsley, fresh off a record-breaking season with the St. Louis Cardinals, is introducing a new pitch to his already elite arsenal in 2025. After leading the league with 49 saves and setting a franchise record for saves in a single season, the hard-throwing right-hander is determined to keep hitters on their toes. This spring, Helsley has been working on a cutter, a pitch … [Read more...] about Ryan Helsley Adds Cutter to His Arsenal After League-Leading Save Season
Cardinals Make First Major Free Agency Signing
The St. Louis Cardinals have signed right-handed relief pitcher Phil Maton to a one-year deal. The team announced the signing early on Thursday. It is the first MLB free agency signing the Cardinals have made this offseason. The Cardinals designated left-handed pitcher Bailey Horn for assignment in a corresponding move. Maton to be Veteran Presence in the Bullpen This will be … [Read more...] about Cardinals Make First Major Free Agency Signing