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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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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.

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.

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The 'Most 35-HR, 100-RBI seasons' quiz

How many of the 36 players to reach the 35-home run and 100-RBI milestones in the same season at least five different times can you name in five minutes?

The 'All-time hits leader for every MLB franchise' quiz

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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.

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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.

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.

MLB News / Viva El Birdos / September 16

St. Louis Cardinals vs San Francisco Giants Game Discussion Wednesday

The St. Louis Cardinals will wrap up their 3-game series against the San Francisco Giants Wednesday afternoon at Busch Stadium. Matthew Liberatore will start for the Cardinals while the Giants will assign pitching duties to RHP Anthony Molina.

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.

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

JJ Wetherholt Returns as Cardinals Cut Ex-Gold Glove Winner

The St. Louis Cardinals are getting a massive piece back at the top of the order with 10 games left in the 2026 Major League Baseball regular season. Cardinals rookie phenom JJ Wetherholt hasn't played in a game since Aug.

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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.

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

St. Louis Cardinals Cut Ties With Former Gold Glove Winner

The St. Louis Cardinals designated infielder Ramón Urías for assignment on Wednesday, clearing a 40-man roster spot as they activated top prospect JJ Wetherholt from the 10-day injured list, via the MLB transaction log.

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).

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

Cardinals Didn't Make a Mistake Trading Lars Nootbaar Away

It's been over one month since the 2026 Major League Baseball trade deadline, which means now is a good time to evaluate the moves made by the St. Louis Cardinals.

St. Louis Cardinals News / Viva El Birdos / September 16

The 2026 St Louis Cardinals Bullpen: Is It Unhealthy?

the St Louis Cardinals are 20th in total pitching productivity by fWAR. Right around where the Diamondbacks are at. Overall, the Cardinals pitching staff has a .299 BABIP against.

Andre Pallante News / Viva El Birdos / September 15

Andre Pallante Gets Shelled by the Giants as they Overwhelm Cardinals Tuesday

Tuesday night’s game between the Cardinals and Giants started out with a bang from both teams. Bombs from both Bryce Eldridge and Alec Burleson were just the beginning of a lot of offense especially from the San Francisco Giants lineup.

Rainiel Rodriguez News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / September 15

Rainiel Rodriguez's Special Season Takes Another Turn for Cardinals

The 2026 season has been full of positives for the St. Louis Cardinals, despite the fact that they are very unlikely to earn a playoff spot. St. Louis hasn't been eliminated just yet, but it's running out of time.

Nathan Church News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / September 15

Former Cardinal Believes Nathan Church Could Be X-Factor for Lineup

11 games remain in the 2026 season for the St. Louis Cardinals. They are 75-76 and far out of postseason contention, but they have taken a lot of steps forward as an organization.

MLB News / Field Level Media / September 15

Cardinals getting good look at future in matchup against Giants

The St. Louis Cardinals like the late-season lift they're getting from rookies Quinn Mathews and Leo Bernal. Mathews and Bernal teamed up Monday night to make key contributions in a 2-1 victory against the San Francisco Giants.

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.

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.

White Sox's young core has been vital to team's turnaround

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Jordan Walker News / Viral Sports News / September 12