Cardinals’ Top Prospect JJ Wetherholt Ranks No. 6 in MLB Pipeline’s Top 100
In a recent update to their Top 100 Rankings, MLB Pipeline has named JJ Wetherholt, the St. Louis Cardinals’ top prospect, as the sixth best prospect in all of Major League Baseball. This news has Cardinals fans buzzing with excitement for the young player’s potential impact on the team.
Wetherholt, a highly touted pitcher, has been making waves in the minor leagues with his impressive performances. The 21-year-old has shown great command of his pitches and has consistently dominated opposing batters. His talent and potential have not gone unnoticed, as he continues to climb the ranks and gain recognition from top baseball analysts.
The Cardinals organization has high hopes for Wetherholt, who was drafted in the first round of the 2018 MLB Draft. He has already made a name for himself in the minor leagues and is now poised to make his mark in the majors. With his impressive ranking on the MLB Pipeline’s Top 100 list, it’s clear that Wetherholt is a player to watch out for in the upcoming seasons.
Fans can’t wait to see Wetherholt in action and are eagerly anticipating his debut with the Cardinals. With his talent and potential, he has the potential to become a key player for the team and help lead them to success. Keep an eye out for JJ Wether
Cardinals No. 1 Prospect JJ Wetherholt Surges up Top 100 Rankings
In a recent update to MLB Pipeline’s Top 100 prospects list, four St. Louis Cardinals prospects made the cut, with middle-infielder JJ Wetherholt leading the way. The 22-year-old has been on a hot streak since being named the organization’s Minor League Player of the Month for July, and has now moved up to No. 6 on the list.
Wetherholt, who was the Cardinals’ seventh overall pick in the 2024 MLB Draft, has been tearing it up with a .306/.395/.708 slash line, 7 home runs, and 16 RBIs in just 19 games between Double-A Springfield and Triple-A Memphis last month. He also had the honor of being the Cardinals’ lone representative at the MLB All-Star Futures Game.
Since his promotion to Memphis on July 7, Wetherholt has continued to impress with a .295/.394/.615 line, 6 home runs, and 13 RBIs in 21 games. He has also been playing at third base in addition to his natural position at shortstop, which could be a sign of an impending call-up to the big leagues. With Cardinals’ gold glove third baseman Nolan Arenado currently on the injured list, Wetherholt could be a valuable addition to the team.
But Wetherholt wasn’t the only Cardinals prospect making waves on the updated Top 100 list. For the first time since the 2025 MLB Draft, the rankings included this year’s draft picks, and the Cardinals’ top pick (No. 5 overall) Liam Doyle made an impressive debut at No. 34. The left-hander out of Tennessee had a standout season with the Volunteers, leading all Division I pitchers with 164 strikeouts and signing with the Cardinals for a below-slot deal of $7.25 million on July 17.
Two Cardinals catching prospects also made the Top 100 list – Leonardo Bernal at No. 74 and 18-year-old Rainiel Rodriguez at No. 99. However, despite earning the International League’s Pitcher of the Week honors, Quinn Matthews fell out of the Top 100 and is now the Cardinals’ No. 5 prospect.
Additionally, four of the five prospects acquired by the Cardinals at the MLB Trade Deadline were also ranked among the organization’s Top 30 prospects. Shortstop Jesus Baez came in at No. 7, right-hander Nate Dohm at No. 17, corner infielder Blaze Jordan at No. 18, and left-hander Mason Molina at No. 27.
It’s an exciting time for the Cardinals’ farm system, with several top prospects making their way up the rankings and new additions adding even more talent to the mix. Keep an eye on these rising stars as they continue to make their mark in the world of baseball.
Ex-Cardinals Great Adam Wainwright Makes Wild End-of-Season Prediction
In a recent interview with Athlon Sports, former Cardinals pitcher Adam Wainwright made a bold prediction for the end of the 2025 season. Wainwright, who retired in 2024 after a successful 17-year career with the Cardinals, believes that his former team will make a surprising comeback and clinch a spot in the playoffs.
Wainwright’s prediction may seem far-fetched, but with the Cardinals’ top prospects making waves and new additions adding depth to the team, anything is possible. Keep an eye on the Cardinals as they continue to fight for a spot in the postseason.
This article was originally published on Athlon Sports on August 12, 2025.
