Cardinals' Bullpen, Position Players Face Roster Shuffle

0:00It's April 28th, welcome to MLB News Today, powered by AI and ready for first pitch. Every MLB roster spins like a turntable over a long season, and the St. Louis Cardinals are no exception heading into 2026. Teen shuffle players up from the minors, cut under performers, sign free agents, and make trades no matter their record. Six Cardinals stand out as prime candidates for that churn, mostly from the bullpen where things get wild quick. Big Mats Vanson and Ryan Stannick, both off to rough starts. Vanson's posted a 10.43 ERA over 14 and 2 thirds innings in 13 games, while Stannick sits at 7.71 in, 13 outings. If they don't rebound soon, expect emotions to triple A or even designation for assignment. Meanwhile, Jojo Romero and Riley O'Brien are dealing heat. Jojo's holding a 3.95 ERA in 13 appearances, and O'Brien's even shopper at 1.26 with seven saves in 14.

1:02Games plus years of team control. Both could net big halls at the trade deadline for contenders. Shifting to position players, Lars Newbarz once a monitor amid outfield depth, and catcher Jojo Pozo's ice cold, hitting just 1.18 in 9. Gamed. As the suspects knocking on the door in the minors, spots like his won't last if the bat stays quiet. As the season rolls, these moves will shape the cards path, so stay locked in on how the front office plays the shuffle.