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St. Louis Cardinals Pitching Prospects – A look under the hood at some Low-A guys

Since most of the conversation lately seem to have zigged towards the Nolan Gorman question and somewhat the Riley O’Brien question, I decided to zag in another direction. My curiosity? Of the minor …

St. Louis Cardinals Pitching Prospects - A look under the hood at some Low-A guys

Some Low-A pitchers have some interesting traits

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Cardinals take a chance on independent ball strikeout machine with 1 glaring flaw

The St. Louis Cardinals just acquired right-handed pitcher Andrew Schultz from independent league ball, where he led the entire league with a 17.4 strikeouts per nine. If they can fix his walk issue,…

Cardinals take a chance on independent ball strikeout machine with 1 glaring flaw

The St. Louis Cardinals just acquired right-handed pitcher Andrew Schultz from independent league ball, where he led the entire league with a 17.4 strikeouts per nine. If they can fix his walk issue, he'll be a dynamic arm for their bullpen.

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The Viva El Birdos Podcast – Episode 68: Nootbaar’s Return

Yes, I know, it was supposed to be a “reader mailbag” episode. Yes, I know, it’s my own fault for surveying the same post as the mailbag episode, but I think I received a much more valuable return fr…

The Viva El Birdos Podcast - Episode 68: Nootbaar’s Return

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Looking at St. Louis Cardinals position player depth

ST LOUIS, MISSOURI - MAY 29: Masyn Winn #0 and JJ Wetherholt #26 of the St. Louis Cardinals celebrate after beating the Chicago Cubs at Busch Stadium on May 29, 2026 in St Louis, Missouri. (Photo by …

Looking at St. Louis Cardinals position player depth

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Game Discussion for St. Louis Cardinals vs Cincinnati Reds Sunday

Apr 26, 2026; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; St. Louis Cardinals pitcher Michael McGreevy (36) delivers a pitch against the Seattle Mariners in the first inning at Busch Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joe Pue…

Game Discussion for St. Louis Cardinals vs Cincinnati Reds Sunday

Game Discussion for St. Louis Cardinals vs Cincinnati Reds Sunday, June 7, 2026

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3 tiers of solutions for St. Louis Cardinals third base woes

The St. Louis Cardinals have a Nolan Gorman problem at third base, but no clear option to replace him. Jose Fermin, Thomas Saggese, Ramon Urias, or Blaze Jordan could replace him, or they could trade…

3 tiers of solutions for St. Louis Cardinals third base woes

The St. Louis Cardinals have a Nolan Gorman problem at third base, but no clear option to replace him. Jose Fermin, Thomas Saggese, Ramon Urias, or Blaze Jordan could replace him, or they could trade for someone like Royce Lewis.

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Clutch Lars Nootbaar Homer Leads St. Louis Cardinals Over Cincinnati Reds

ST LOUIS, MISSOURI - SEPTEMBER 17: Lars Nootbaar #21 of the St. Louis Cardinals bats against the Cincinnati Reds at Busch Stadium on September 17, 2025 in St Louis, Missouri. (Photo by Dilip Vishwana…

Clutch Lars Nootbaar Homer Leads St. Louis Cardinals Over Cincinnati Reds

Clutch Lars Nootbaar Homer Leads St. Louis Cardinals Over Cincinnati Reds

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Game Discussion for St. Louis Cardinals vs Cincinnati Reds Saturday

ST LOUIS, MISSOURI - APRIL 13: Matthew Liberatore #32 of the St. Louis Cardinals delivers a pitch against the Cleveland Guardians at Busch Stadium on April 13, 2026 in St Louis, Missouri. (Photo by D…

Game Discussion for St. Louis Cardinals vs Cincinnati Reds Saturday

Game Discussion for St. Louis Cardinals vs Cincinnati Reds Saturday, June 6, 2026

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JJ Wetherholt's All-Star candidacy frustratingly depends on Cardinals' biggest rivals

JJ Wetherholt has been a rookie revelation for the St. Louis Cardinals, but the NL Central's ridiculous crop of second-base talent may keep him out of the Midsummer Classic.

JJ Wetherholt's All-Star candidacy frustratingly depends on Cardinals' biggest rivals

JJ Wetherholt has been a rookie revelation for the St. Louis Cardinals, but the NL Central's ridiculous crop of second-base talent may keep him out of the Midsummer Classic.

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Cardinals fans should be excited after what their top pitching prospects just did

The St. Louis Cardinals just had an incredible day in the farm system, as starters Quinn Mathews, Liam Doyle, Tanner Franklin, and Cade Crossland all dominated on the mound with a ton of swing-and-mi…

Cardinals fans should be excited after what their top pitching prospects just did

The St. Louis Cardinals just had an incredible day in the farm system, as starters Quinn Mathews, Liam Doyle, Tanner Franklin, and Cade Crossland all dominated on the mound with a ton of swing-and-miss.

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The Cardinals’ Pitching Pipeline Is Trending in the Right Direction

JUPITER, FLORIDA - MARCH 19, 2026: Tanner Franklin #43 of the St. Louis Cardinals throws a pitch during the fourth inning of a spring training Spring Breakout game against the Washington Nationals at…

The Cardinals’ Pitching Pipeline Is Trending in the Right Direction

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Ivan Herrera's defense behind the plate may be holding the Cardinals back

Ivan Herrera continues to produce at the plate for the St. Louis Cardinals. Unfortunately, his defense has lagged behind at the catcher position, and it may be holding the Cardinals back.

Ivan Herrera's defense behind the plate may be holding the Cardinals back

Ivan Herrera continues to produce at the plate for the St. Louis Cardinals. Unfortunately, his defense has lagged behind at the catcher position, and it may be holding the Cardinals back.

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St. Louis Cardinals and Reds Bullpen Wreck Cincinnati Big Time Friday

ST LOUIS, MISSOURI - JUNE 5: Alec Burleson #41 of the St. Louis Cardinals rounds third base after hitting a home run against the Cincinnati Reds in the third inning at Busch Stadium on June 5, 2026 i…

St. Louis Cardinals and Reds Bullpen Wreck Cincinnati Big Time Friday

St. Louis Cardinals and Reds Bullpen Wreck Cincinnati Big Time Friday

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How big is the donut hole in the St. Louis Cardinals development pipeline?

JUPITER, FLORIDA - MARCH 19, 2026: Tai Peete #70 of the St. Louis Cardinals bats during the fourth inning of a spring training Spring Breakout game against the Washington Nationals at Roger Dean Chev…

How big is the donut hole in the St. Louis Cardinals development pipeline?

The rebuild, part II - the position player side

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Lars Nootbaar’s Return Gives Cardinals Something Stats Can’t Track

Aug 31, 2025; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Lars Nootbaar (21) high fives teammates after scoring on a sacrifice fly out hit by designated hitter Ivan Herrera (not pictured) i…

Lars Nootbaar’s Return Gives Cardinals Something Stats Can’t Track

Lars Nootbaar’s return to the St. Louis Cardinals lineup will bring an upgrade both offensively and defensively, but could bring another factor stats can’t track.

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Cardinals facing uncomfortable Nolan Arenado reality as they stave off rebuild

Nolan Arenado is on a tear with the Arizona Diamondbacks, while the St. Louis Cardinals are far more competitive than expected. Was their breakup a bad choice?

Cardinals facing uncomfortable Nolan Arenado reality as they stave off rebuild

Nolan Arenado is on a tear with the Arizona Diamondbacks, while the St. Louis Cardinals are far more competitive than expected. Was their breakup a bad choice?

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Pete Crow-Armstrong Leads Chicago Cubs Over St. Louis Cardinals 6-1

May 30, 2026; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; St. Louis Cardinals second baseman JJ Wetherholt (26) looks on as Chicago Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong (4) reacts to an overturned call during the t…

Pete Crow-Armstrong Leads Chicago Cubs Over St. Louis Cardinals 6-1

Pete Crow-Armstrong Leads Chicago Cubs Over St. Louis Cardinals 6-1

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Cardinals History: The trade that broke the St. Louis' pitching pipeline

If it weren't for the Marcell Ozuna trade, the St. Louis Cardinals may have never ushered in a new regime to begin with. That terrible trade saw them give away both Sandy Alcantara and Zac Gallen.

Cardinals History: The trade that broke St. Louis' pitching pipeline

If it weren't for the Marcell Ozuna trade, the St. Louis Cardinals may have never ushered in a new regime to begin with. That terrible trade saw them give away both Sandy Alcantara and Zac Gallen.

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How Jimmy Crooks and Lars Nootbaar change the Cardinals lineup construction

Lars Nootbaar is nearing a return to the St. Louis Cardinals lineup following an extended rehab stint in the minors. What could the lineup look like once he's back?

How Jimmy Crooks and Lars Nootbaar change the Cardinals' lineup construction

Lars Nootbaar is nearing a return to the St. Louis Cardinals lineup following an extended rehab stint in the minors. What could the lineup look like once he's back?

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Oli Marmol’s Jimmy Crooks plan confirms Pedro Pages is losing his grip on Cardinals’ catching job

The St. Louis Cardinals promoted catcher Jimmy Crooks to the Majors on Friday, and manager Oli Marmol confirmed that Crooks will be taking over for Pedro Pages as the starting catcher. This means Pag…

Oli Marmol’s Jimmy Crooks plan confirms Pedro Pages is losing his grip on Cardinals’ catching job

The St. Louis Cardinals promoted catcher Jimmy Crooks to the Majors on Friday, and manager Oli Marmol confirmed that Crooks will be taking over for Pedro Pages as the starting catcher. This means Pages will be in a reserve role, and he's handling it well.

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