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Masyn Winn Masyn Winn Expects to return Friday
Thu, Sep 10, 2026, 9:39 AM
Winn (thumb) said Wednesday that he expects to be back in the lineup Friday when the Cardinals return home to host the White Sox, Derrick Goold of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports.
Analysis: Winn returned from a left thumb fracture Tuesday but was then scratched from Wednesday's lineup versus the Giants due to lingering soreness in the thumb. The shortstop noted that he took a bad-hop grounder off his glove hand pregame, which caused the thumb to swell up. However, Winn said after Wednesday's contest that the swelling had already subsided, and he expects to be ready to roll Friday. Manager Oliver Marmol said Winn's availability for the final weeks of the season will be a "daily basis" decision. |
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Exits outing with blister
Thu, Sep 10, 2026, 8:55 AM
Doyle was removed from a start at Double-A Springfield on Wednesday due to a blister on his pitching hand, Benjamin Hochman of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports.
Analysis: Manager Patrick Anderson said after the contest that Doyle is "going to be fine," and he believes the left-hander will pitch again this season. Doyle was charged with two runs on one hit and two walks with five strikeouts over five-plus innings Wednesday before exiting. The top prospect is finishing off his first full pro season in style, collecting a 1.73 ERA, 1.02 WHIP and 59:25 K:BB over 52 innings covering his last 10 starts. |
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Leo Bernal Leo Bernal Swats second homer
Wed, Sep 9, 2026, 6:34 PM
Bernal went 1-for-4 with a three-run home run in Wednesday's 7-6 loss to the Giants.
Analysis: In his ninth career MLB game, Bernal nearly put a ball into the ocean at Oracle Park, launching a Blade Tidwell fastball over the right-field wall in the third inning. The rookie catcher has looked good since his September promotion, batting .278 (10-for-36) with a double, two homers, six runs and 10 RBI. St. Louis' system is stacked when it comes to catching -- Ivan Herrera continues to split his time between defensive duties and DH, while Rainiel Rodriguez has made it to Double-A as a 19-year-old and Jimmy Crooks is stuck at Triple-A despite a .994 OPS this season for Memphis -- but Bernal is making a strong case to be part of the picture behind the plate in 2027. |
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Andre Pallante Andre Pallante Sharp outing wasted Wednesday
Wed, Sep 9, 2026, 6:26 PM
Pallante didn't factor into the decision in Wednesday's 7-6 loss to the Giants, allowing one run on five hits over five innings. He struck out four without walking a batter.
Analysis: The right-hander was in firm control while he was on the mound, tossing 54 of 88 pitches for strikes and exiting with the Cardinals ahead 5-1, but a late meltdown by the bullpen cost Pallante his 13th win of the season. He's given up just two runs in 10 innings since returning from an IL stint due to elbow inflammation, and over eight outings since the All-Star break Pallante has delivered a 2.35 ERA, 1.17 WHIP and 30:16 K:BB in 46 innings. He'll look to keep rolling in his next start, which lines up to come at home early next week in a rematch with the Giants. |
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Masyn Winn Masyn Winn Scratched from St. Louis lineup
Wed, Sep 9, 2026, 2:33 PM
Winn was scratched from the lineup for Wednesday's game in San Francisco due to left thumb soreness, Derrick Goold of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports.
Analysis: Winn just returned from the 10-day injured list Tuesday after missing more than two weeks with a left thumb fracture, and it seems he might have been activated too soon. If Winn needs to go back on the IL, it would likely end his season. The Cardinals could offer more on the shortstop's status after Wednesday's contest. Jose Fermin will enter the lineup in Winn's place and will play second base, while Thomas Saggese will shift over to shortstop. |
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Jordan Walker Jordan Walker Receiving day off Wednesday
Wed, Sep 9, 2026, 11:17 AM
Walker is absent from the lineup for Wednesday's contest in San Francisco.
Analysis: It's the first time Walker has been out of the Cardinals' lineup since he missed two games in early August with a minor knee injury. Joshua Baez will shift over to right field, and Bryan Torres will handle left field as St. Louis looks to avoid the sweep. |
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Cooper Hjerpe Cooper Hjerpe Staying on starter's schedule
Wed, Sep 9, 2026, 10:43 AM
Hjerpe will remain on a starter's schedule for the Cardinals down the stretch and is currently penciled in to serve in a piggyback role with Kyle Leahy, Derrick Goold of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports.
Analysis: Hjerpe made his major-league debut last week in Colorado, striking out six over four perfect innings out of the bullpen behind Leahy. The lefty remains on the active roster but will not be available out of the bullpen in between his scripted appearances. A good close to the 2026 season could enhance Hjerpe's chances of breaking camp next year as a member of the Cardinals' rotation. |
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Brandon Clarke Brandon Clarke Finishing season at Double-A
Wed, Sep 9, 2026, 10:17 AM
Clarke was promoted from High-A Peoria to Double-A Springfield on Wednesday.
Analysis: Peoria's season is over, so Clarke will log some more work in Springfield before their season wraps up. The left-hander earned the promotion after putting up a 3.44 ERA and 27:9 K:BB over 18.1 innings covering five starts with Peoria. Clarke has thrown only 25.2 innings this season after coming back from surgery to address an aneurysm in his left arm, so he's a candidate to continue building up his workload in the Arizona Fall League or another setting. |
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Joshua Baez Joshua Baez Riding pine Tuesday
Tue, Sep 8, 2026, 6:33 PM
Baez isn't in the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Giants.
Analysis: Baez is currently enjoying a seven-game hitting streak, but the Cardinals will allow him to rest Tuesday while Bryan Torres starts in left field and Thomas Saggese covers second base. |
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Masyn Winn Masyn Winn Back from IL
Tue, Sep 8, 2026, 5:41 PM
The Cardinals activated Winn (thumb) from the 10-day injured list Tuesday.
Analysis: After missing slightly over two weeks with a left thumb fracture, Winn will return to the lineup Tuesday. The 24-year-old will bat eighth and man shortstop for the second game of a three-game set against San Francisco. St. Louis demoted Cesar Prieto to clear a roster spot for Winn. |
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Cesar Prieto Cesar Prieto Demoted to Memphis
Tue, Sep 8, 2026, 5:37 PM
The Cardinals optioned Prieto to Triple-A Memphis on Tuesday.
Analysis: Prieto appeared in just two games since being recalled Aug. 30. The 27-year-old will head back to Triple-A, where he has slashed 308/.367/.505 with 12 homers and 43 RBI in 335 plate appearances. With Masyn Winn (thumb) coming off the IL, he will replace Prieto on the active roster. |
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Peter Strzelecki Peter Strzelecki Ready for rehab assignment
Tue, Sep 8, 2026, 11:27 AM
Strzelecki (forearm) has been sent to Triple-A Memphis to begin a rehab assignment, Derrick Goold of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports.
Analysis: Strzelecki landed on the 15-day injured list nearly two weeks ago with right forearm extensor inflammation. Because his absence has been brief, the reliever shouldn't require many rehab appearances. He's eligible for activation Friday and has a chance to be ready by that date. |
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JJ Wetherholt JJ Wetherholt Aiming for return on homestand
Tue, Sep 8, 2026, 10:59 AM
Wetherholt (wrist) took swings at Oracle Park on Monday and is aiming to be activated from the 10-day injured list during the Cardinals' upcoming homestand, Derrick Goold of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports.
Analysis: Wetherholt was shut down for three days after being administered an anti-inflammatory shot to combat right wrist tendinitis. He's since been cleared to ramp up baseball activities. The rookie infielder could be ready to return as soon as Friday when the Cardinals return home to host the White Sox, though it will depend on how Wetherholt's wrist responds. |
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Brycen Mautz Brycen Mautz Shifts to bullpen role
Mon, Sep 7, 2026, 3:12 PM
Mautz struck out one batter and allowed three hits and one walk over two innings of relief in Saturday's 10-7 loss to the Rockies.
Analysis: In his previous appearance Wednesday against the Dodgers, Mautz made his first MLB start, but he was chased from the game after yielding three earned runs on two hits and three walks over one inning. He was sharper in a relief appearance at Coors Field over the weekend, but Mautz's performance probably won't earn him another look in the rotation in the near future. Cooper Hjerpe struck out six over four shutout innings of relief during Sunday's 10-8 win and would probably be next in line to start if the Cardinals expand their rotation to six men at any point over the final three weeks. |
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Ivan Herrera Ivan Herrera Bat stays hot in win
Sun, Sep 6, 2026, 6:13 PM
Herrera went 3-for-5 with a double, two RBI and two runs scored in Sunday's 10-8 win over the Rockies.
Analysis: The multi-hit onslaught continues for Herrera, who has at least two knocks in five of his last six games. He's also driven in 11 runs in that span. The catcher is batting .251 with a .750 OPS, 16 home runs, 64 RBI, 89 runs scored, 25 doubles, one triple and eight stolen bases over 143 contests. Herrera has thrived in the No. 2 spot in the order for much of the year, providing him with plenty of chances to cross the plate ahead of the duo of Alec Burleson and Jordan Walker most games. |
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Alec Burleson Alec Burleson Three-hit showing in win
Sun, Sep 6, 2026, 6:10 PM
Burleson went 3-for-5 with a double, one RBI and one run scored in Sunday's 10-8 win over the Rockies.
Analysis: Burleson's bat had gone a little cold to start September -- he went 2-for-21 over his first five games of the month before breaking out of the funk Sunday. For the season, the first baseman is hitting .283 with an .809 OPS, 21 home runs, 103 RBI, 79 runs scored, 34 doubles, one triple and four stolen bases. He ranks second in the majors in RBI and is tied for first in doubles. |
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Nolan Gorman Nolan Gorman Goes deep Sunday
Sun, Sep 6, 2026, 6:08 PM
Gorman went 1-for-5 with a two-run home run in Sunday's 10-8 win over the Rockies.
Analysis: Gorman went 3-for-12 with four RBI during the three-game series in Colorado. The infielder provided a blast as part of the Cardinals' six-run fifth inning, giving them their first lead of the contest. Gorman is batting .186 with a .590 OPS, nine homers, 31 RBI, 22 runs scored, six doubles and no stolen bases over 73 games this season. He is working on the strong side of a platoon at third base, sharing the position with Ramon Urias. |
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George Soriano George Soriano Snags third save
Sun, Sep 6, 2026, 6:05 PM
Soriano allowed a hit and struck out one without being charged for a run over one-third of an inning to earn the save in Sunday's 10-8 win over the Rockies.
Analysis: Ryne Stanek wasn't able to keep things under control in a non-save situation, prompting Soriano to come in for damage control. While a Jake McCarthy single plated two inherited runners, Soriano was able to strike out Troy Johnston to preserve the lead. Soriano is up to three saves this year while adding 21 holds and seven blown saves as part of the Cardinals' setup crew. He's maintained a 4.26 ERA, 1.34 WHIP and 62:30 K:BB across 61.1 innings, though he's been charged with 11 runs over his last 13.1 frames. |
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Cooper Hjerpe Cooper Hjerpe Stellar out of bullpen in debut
Sun, Sep 6, 2026, 6:02 PM
Hjerpe (1-0) struck out six over four perfect innings of relief to earn the win over the Rockies on Sunday.
Analysis: Hjerpe entered the contest in the fourth inning and set down 12 straight Rockies on a total of 54 pitches (41 strikes). Big-league debuts don't get much better than that. Across four levels of the minors this season, Hjerpe posted a 3.00 ERA, 1.26 WHIP and 61:32 K:BB over 42 innings as he worked his way back from Tommy John surgery. Hjerpe is poised to serve as a piggyback option as the Cardinals cut Kyle Leahy's innings back down the stretch. The duo could work as a tandem for likely three more turns through the rotation, with the next one tentatively projected to be at home versus the White Sox next weekend. |
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Kyle Leahy Kyle Leahy Surrenders five runs
Sun, Sep 6, 2026, 5:57 PM
Leahy allowed five runs on six hits and struck out six without walking a batter over 2.2 innings in a no-decision versus the Rockies on Sunday.
Analysis: Leahy has seen a planned workload reduction since mid-August, but this was the first time he's had a truly bad outing in a while. He hadn't given up more than two runs in any game since June 17 versus the Padres. Leahy is now at a 3.41 ERA, 1.33 WHIP and 124:38 K:BB through 132 innings over 27 starts. The right-hander will be tough to trust in fantasy if he continues to work as a starter, which will reduce his chances to pick up wins in September. His next appearance is projected to be at home versus the White Sox. |
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