Wetherholt hits IL with wrist injury, had been playing hurt for weeks
The Cardinals rookie confirmed Sunday he had been dealing with wrist discomfort before being officially placed on the injured list.
Cardinals rookie JJ Wetherholt has been placed on the injured list with a wrist injury. He disclosed Sunday that he had been playing through discomfort for several weeks before the move. His absence opens the door for other NL rookies to gain ground in the Rookie of the Year race. The IL placement is an official roster move with confirmed player acknowledgment, making this a high-confidence signal.
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Wetherholt hits IL with right wrist tendinitis
Cardinals rookie JJ Wetherholt, a Rookie of the Year candidate, is sidelined after being placed on the injured list with right wrist tendinitis.
Wetherholt Hits IL With Right Wrist Tendinitis
The Cardinals infielder has dealt with wrist pain for roughly a month and will see a specialist in Arizona before determining next steps.
Wetherholt to IL with wrist tendinitis; Prieto recalled by Cardinals
St. Louis makes a roster swap as infielder JJ Wetherholt lands on the 10-day injured list with right wrist tendinitis.
Leahy eyes 150-160 inning target as Cardinals RHP milestone
Kyle Leahy's comments hint at an innings-building process, suggesting he may be on a workload ramp-up or returning from a prior limitation.
Cardinals tapering Kyle Leahy's workload to protect his future
St. Louis is intentionally managing Leahy's innings now, suggesting he will be used less frequently in the short term.
Cardinals Recall Brycen Mautz, DFA Caleb Ferguson
St. Louis recalled RHP Brycen Mautz from Triple-A Memphis and designated LHP Caleb Ferguson for assignment, per the club.