Cardinals' Young Stars Seek Long-Term Wins

0:00On April 1st, the St. Louis Cardinals might lack big name vets, but plenty of guys on the roster are battling for fresh contracts this season. We're talking proof, it deals for pictures like Dustin May and Ryan Stannick, both on one year packs, plus young stars like Shortstop Mason win, first. Baseman-Alid Burlson, an infielder, J.J. Weatherholt, who could lock in long extensions. Earlier this week, reports surfaced that the Cardinals want to extend 23-year-old Weatherholt before he hits real stardom. May, just 28, signed his proven deal hoping to bounce back from injuries, while Stannick grabbed $3.5 million for one. Year as a 10-year vet with a solid 3.84-career ERA. Fans and analysts see huge upside here, especially with wins elite defense from last year. He was the National League's top shortstop, despite a knee. Issue hurting his bet. Burlson forces way into the core mix in 2025, slashing 290 with 18 homers and snagging his first silver slugger at age.

1:0327. So far in 2026, Burlson scorching at 353 with a Homer and 5 RBIs. Stannick's holding a 2.70 ERA in. Early relief work and wins eyeing a full offensive rebound. These performances could reshape the line up for years. If they keep delivering, the Cardinals could build a stable core without breaking the bank, turning short-term risks into long-term wins that keep. Bush Stadium buzzing. Baseball news. Powered by AI. This is MLB News today.