Cardinals DFA Tink Hence, Call Up Quinn Mathews for Toronto Debut
St. Louis clears 40-man space by designating Hence for assignment, with Mathews set to make his MLB debut against the Blue Jays.
The Cardinals designated pitcher Tink Hence for assignment, immediately opening a spot on the 40-man roster. The move was made to accommodate Quinn Mathews, a pitching prospect making his MLB debut in Toronto. Matt Svanson was also optioned to clear an active roster spot. The team will use the DFA window to explore potential trade offers for Hence, a 2020 draft pick with upside but an inconsistent track record due to injuries.
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