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Cardinals making no change at closer for series with Nationals

The St. Louis Cardinals fell out of postseason contention a while ago, and they likely have just nine games to play before calling it a season. It's not vital for them to have a closer functioning perfectly right now.

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Jordan Walker's Entry to 20/20 Club Comes with More History

On Wednesday, Jordan Walker became the first St. Louis Cardinals player since Tommy Pham in 2017 to join the 20/20 club with a stolen base against the San Francisco Giants.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / September 17

Cardinals' Oli Marmol Stays Behind Riley O'Brien Despite Struggles

Wednesday's game got away from the St. Louis Cardinals. After rallying late to tie the San Francisco Giants, the Cardinals fell in extra innings and dropped to 75-78 on the season.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / September 17

3 Cardinals Who Deserve an MLB Look With 2027 in Mind

The clock is ticking on the 2026 Major League Baseball regular season and at this point, there arguably are a few guys down in Triple-A worth getting a look at in the majors for the St.

Pete Crow-Armstrong News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Most lefty-homers in a season' quiz

How many of the lefty mashers with the most home runs in a single season for each MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?

The 'MLB 30/30 Club members' quiz

The 'Last 3-HR game by MLB team' quiz

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St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / September 17

Cardinals Pitching Probables for Final Home Series vs. Nationals

After dropping a series to the San Francisco Giants, the St. Louis Cardinals are facing elimination. They could be officially eliminated from wild card contention by the end of the day on Thursday, but even if they aren't, a trip to the playoffs is virtually impossible at this point.

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The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / September 17

JJ Wetherholt's NL Rookie of the Year Case vs. Sal Stewart Examined

Does St. Louis Cardinals rookie phenom JJ Wetherholt have enough time left to separate himself from the pack and take home the 2026 National League Rookie of the Year Award?

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / September 17

Cardinals On the Brink of Another Quiet October

The St. Louis Cardinals fought back to tie their game against the San Francisco Giants on Wednesday, but ultimately fell short in extra innings as their record dropped to 75-78 on the season.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / September 17

Cardinals' Answer if Joshua Báez Needs to Miss Time

It was a nerve-wracking day on Wednesday for the St. Louis Cardinals, to say the least. St. Louis dropped its series finale against the San Francisco Giants, 6-5, in 10 innings.

St. Louis Cardinals News / Viva El Birdos / September 17

Judging St. Louis Cardinals Walk-Up Songs

I went to the game on Monday – and I am grateful I went to the one win of the series if you’re wondering – and for some reason a few of the players walk-up songs stood out to me.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / September 16

Joshua Báez Takes Positive Turn for Cardinals After Exit

The St. Louis Cardinals had a scare on Wednesday, but it sounds like the club has avoided the worst-case scenario, at this point. Cardinals outfielder Joshua Báez was forced to exit St.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / September 16

Why Cardinals Fans Shouldn't Quit on Riley O'Brien as Closer Yet

One of the earliest success stories of the 2026 season for the St. Louis Cardinals was the emergence of closer Riley O'Brien. He leads the National League with 37 saves and was an All-Star this season alongside Jordan Walker and Ivan Herrera.

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The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.

JJ Wetherholt News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / September 16

Cardinals' Biggest Takeaway With JJ Wetherholt Back

The St. Louis Cardinals got a star back into the fold on Wednesday. JJ Wetherholt was activated off the Injured List and appeared in his first game since Aug.

MLB News / Viva El Birdos / September 16

Cardinals close out Giants series

Mathew Liberatore a quality start. Until the ninth, the Giants produced all the runs in the game, fortunately gifting 2 to the Cardinals. In the ninth, the Cardinals strung together hits and tied up a 4-2 game.

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The 'Active 150-yard NFL rushers' quiz

The '10K-yard, 80-TD NFL receivers' quiz

The '5+ rushing-TD NFL seasons' quiz

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Jordan Walker News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / September 16

Jordan Walker Accomplishes Cardinals History Not Seen Since 2017

Jordan Walker has been one of the main success stories for the St. Louis Cardinals in 2026. After several down years at the plate, he emerged as an All-Star and even won the Home Run Derby.

St. Louis Cardinals News / Viral Sports News / September 16

St. Louis Cardinals Part Ways With 5-Year MLB Veteran

The St. Louis Cardinals designated right-handed reliever Peter Strzelecki for assignment on Wednesday, ending his short stay in the organization after first reinstating him from the 15-day injured list, via the MLB transaction log.

Thomas Saggese News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / September 16

Cardinals May Have Unlocked Something Special in Thomas Saggese

The St. Louis Cardinals have been giving Thomas Saggese more playing time as of late, and he is making the most of it. The 24-year-old is hitting .389/.426/.611 with three home runs and eight RBI in his last 15 games.

JJ Wetherholt News / Field Level Media / September 16

Cardinals activate 2B JJ Wetherholt from IL

Cardinals second baseman JJ Wetherholt was activated from the injured list and inserted into the lineup against the Giants for Wednesday's series finale.

Peter Strzelecki News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 16

Cardinals Designate Ramón Urías, Peter Strzelecki For Assignment

The Cardinals announced Wednesday that right-hander Peter Strzelecki and infielder Ramón Urías have both been designated for assignment. (Strzelecki was first reinstated from the 15-day injured list).

Quinn Mathews News / Field Level Media / September 15

Quinn Mathews, Cardinals pitchers frustrate Giants

Quinn Mathews pitched effectively into the seventh inning and another St. Louis Cardinals rookie, catcher Leo Bernal, contributed three hits and an RBI on Monday night in a 2-1 victory against the San Francisco Giants.

St. Louis Cardinals News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 14

Will Cardinals’ JJ Wetherholt return from injury this season?

St. Louis Cardinals rookie JJ Wetherholt could still return from right wrist tendinitis before the end of the season, with the next two days expected to provide a clearer indication of whether he can get back on the field.

JJ Wetherholt News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 13

JJ Wetherholt Hoping To Return Before End Of Season

Prior to landing on the injured list, Cardinals second baseman JJ Wetherholt was having an excellent rookie season and was seen as a leading candidate to win the NL Rookie of the Year award.

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 12

White Sox cannot rely on Luis Castillo with a game in doubt for rest of the season

Luis Castillo allowed three earned runs on four hits and three walks with two strikeouts in 2.2 innings on Saturday night in the Chicago White Sox's 6-5 win over the St. Louis Cardinals.

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Jordan Walker News / Viral Sports News / September 12

St. Louis Cardinals Make Abrupt Jordan Walker Announcement

The St. Louis Cardinals opened their series against the Chicago White Sox with a 7-3 win on Friday night, and Jordan Walker was a visible part of that result.

Jordan Walker News / Athlon Sports / September 12

Cardinals Manager Delivers Jordan Walker News After Exiting White Sox Game

The St. Louis Cardinals received encouraging news on Jordan Walker after the All-Star outfielder exited Friday’s 7-3 win over the Chicago White Sox with an apparent ankle issue.

Cooper Hjerpe News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 6

Cardinals Recall Cooper Hjerpe For MLB Debut

The Cardinals have called up left-handed pitching prospect Cooper Hjerpe from Triple-A Memphis, the team announced. They sent righty Hancel Rincón to Memphis in a corresponding move.