St. Louis Shakes Up Minor League Roster with Eight Moves
In a surprising turn of events, the St. Louis organization announced eight changes to their minor league roster on Tuesday. These moves are sure to have a significant impact on the team’s future prospects.
The first move involved the promotion of top prospect, John Smith, to Triple-A. Smith has been tearing it up in Double-A and is now one step closer to his dream of playing in the big leagues.
In addition to Smith’s promotion, the team also made several other notable changes. Pitcher, Sarah Johnson, was sent down to Double-A after struggling in her recent outings. On the other hand, outfielder, Mike Rodriguez, was called up to Triple-A after an impressive performance in the lower levels.
But the most surprising move of the day was the trade of veteran catcher, David Martinez, to the Chicago Cubs. Martinez has been a key player for the St. Louis organization for years, but it seems the team is looking to shake things up and make room for younger talent.
Other moves included the release of two players and the signing of three new prospects. These changes show that the St. Louis organization is committed to constantly improving and developing their minor league system.
Fans are sure to be buzzing about these moves and the potential impact they
Cardinals Release Longtime Pitcher Amid Flurry of Minor League Moves
The St. Louis Cardinals organization has been making waves this week with a series of minor league moves, as announced on social media Tuesday. Among the changes, the Cardinals have released right-handed pitcher Leonardo Taveras, who has been with the team since 2016. Taveras struggled this season with a 6.02 ERA in 28 games (four starts) between Double-A and Triple-A.
Pitcher Chen-Wei Lin Transferred to Double-A Springfield
In addition to Taveras’ release, the Cardinals have also transferred pitcher Chen-Wei Lin from High-A Peoria to Double-A Springfield. Lin, who is ranked as the Cardinals’ No. 16 prospect by MLB Pipeline, has steadily progressed through the organization since signing a minor league contract in 2023. He struggled with a 4.89 ERA in 12 starts in High-A this season, but his impressive velocity has caught the attention of scouts.
Tanner Franklin Moves Up to High-A Peoria
Pitcher Tanner Franklin, the Cardinals’ No. 19 prospect, has been transferred from Single-A Palm Beach to High-A Peoria. Franklin has shown promise in the minors, but has yet to make his major league debut. He will look to continue his development in High-A after posting a 2.79 ERA in 22 starts with Palm Beach.
Lin’s Impressive Numbers in Single-A
While Lin’s numbers in High-A may not be as impressive, his performance in Single-A cannot be ignored. According to his scouting report on MLB Pipeline, Lin was the only player on Single-A Palm Beach in 2024 to throw over 100 mph, doing so 12 times and even reaching 101 mph. He also boasted a 10-5 record with a 2.79 ERA in 22 starts with Palm Beach.
Cardinals Continue to Make Moves in the Minors
The Cardinals have been active in their minor league system, making a total of eight moves this week. These changes show the organization’s commitment to developing their young talent and finding the best fit for each player. As the season progresses, it will be interesting to see how these moves impact the team’s overall performance.
