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St. Louis Cardinals
Latest St. Louis Cardinals analysisFantasy baseball players in the newsThe latest news, rumors and injury updates on key fantasy baseball players. Fantasy baseball players in the news The latest news, rumors and injury updates on key fantasy baseball players. Fantasy Baseball Player Prospecting: Kevin Gausman, Christian Yelich, more Gotcha! Dan Duquette tabbing one of his top prospects. The Marlins' blue-chipper might arrive soon, as well. Will the dipping Dodgers make some desperate decisions? Fantasy baseball players in the news The latest news, rumors and injury updates on key fantasy baseball players. Fantasy baseball players in the news The latest news, rumors and injury updates on key fantasy baseball players. St. Louis Cardinals news, rumors and injuriesSat, 25 May 2013 15:09:21 -0700 St. Louis Cardinals SP Jake Westbrook (elbow) is expected to get a second option on his injured elbow next week. Westbrook likely will have Dr. James Andrew look at the elbow. Share: Cardinals | Slowing things down with Chris Carpenter Sat, 25 May 2013 15:08:53 -0700 St. Louis Cardinals SP Chris Carpenter (shoulder) is no longer scheduled to face live batters Tuesday, May 28, because he did not feel as good as normal after his last bullpen session. He will continue to throw long toss and bullpen sessions at this point. Share: Cardinals | Allen Craig enjoying the month of May Sat, 25 May 2013 11:34:13 -0700 Entering play Saturday, May 25, St. Louis Cardinals 1B/OF Allen Craig was batting .363 with 17 RBIs in 21 games this month. Share: Cardinals | Jake Westbrook throws Fri, 24 May 2013 16:40:03 -0700 St. Louis Cardinals SP Jake Westbrook (elbow) played catch on flat ground Friday, May 24, and said he felt fine. However, there is no set throwing schedule for him right now, and he'll just go day-to-day. Share: Cardinals | Jake Westbrook could slow down rehab Thu, 23 May 2013 19:21:32 -0700 St. Louis Cardinals SP Jake Westbrook (elbow) does not appear to be seriously hurt after stopping his bullpen session short Wednesday, May 23, but may have his rehab program dialed back. The team was hoping Westbrook could come off the disabled list next week but that likely will not happen. Share: Cardinals | Fernando Salas has shoulder examined Thu, 23 May 2013 19:17:11 -0700 St. Louis Cardinals RP Fernando Salas (shoulder) had his shoulder examined by Dr. George Paletta Thursday, May 23, and received an injection to help relieve the inflammation in the shoulder. Share: Cardinals | Chris Carpenter throws Thu, 23 May 2013 19:02:01 -0700 St. Louis Cardinals SP Chris Carpenter (shoulder) threw an extended bullpen session Thursday, May 23, and felt good after the session. He could start facing live batters next week if he does not suffer any setbacks. Fantasy Tip: Carpenter appears to be working his way back from his shoulder problems and could pitch for the team at some point this season. Owners in NL-only leagues and some mixed leagues should monitor his progress in case they need to add a starting pitcher down the road. Share: Cardinals | Jake Westbrook ends bullpen session early Wed, 22 May 2013 19:53:49 -0700 St. Louis Cardinals SP Jake Westbrook (elbow) had to stop throwing his bullpen session Wednesday, May 22, after 20 pitches. He said his elbow did not feel right. He is uncertain what the next step will be. Share: Cardinals | Fernando Salas to DL Wed, 22 May 2013 12:48:34 -0700 The St. Louis Cardinals placed RP Fernando Salas (shoulder) on the 15-day disabled list with shoulder irritation Wednesday, May 22, to make room on the roster for SP Tyler Lyons. Share: Cardinals | Jaime Garcia likely out until 2014 Wed, 22 May 2013 09:59:06 -0700 Updating a previous report, St. Louis Cardinals SP Jaime Garcia (shoulder) has received a recommendation from Dr. James Andrews to have season-ending shoulder surgery, according to sources close to the situation. Andrews confirmed a diagnosis of a "30 to 40" percent tear of the labrum in his left shoulder. The team doctor will perform the operation. According to those sources, Andrews told Garcia of his amazement that the pitcher was able to perform as well as he did considering the condition of the shoulder. Fantasy Tip: The left-hander will almost certainly finish the 2013 season with a 5-2 record, a 3.58 ERA, a 1.30 WHIP and a 6.99 K/9 in 55 1/3 innings. It's disappointing, but this is the reason that Garcia came at such a seeming bargain in fantasy drafts. He can be dropped from redraft rosters, of course, and his keeper value is tenuous. Share: Cardinals | Chris Carpenter, club hopeful for mid-season return Wed, 22 May 2013 09:46:46 -0700 St. Louis Cardinals SP Chris Carpenter (shoulder) is encouraged by the results of his "rigorous bullpens," and the club is hoping that he'll be ready to join its rotation in late June or early July. GM John Mozeliak indicated that, when Carpenter decided to come back, the organization determined it would put him through rugged tests in order to avoid a scenario in which Carpenter would need to be shut down shortly after the team was to activate him. Carpenter has reached approximately 80 pitches in bullpen work at a simulated game pace. He may face hitters for the first time next week, if a session on Thursday goes well. St. Louis isn't promoting his return with a target date because of the uncertainty surrounding the situation, but Mozeliak called Carpenter's progress "very encouraging." Fantasy Tip: This is a dramatic turnaround for a player who seemed to have been forced to consider early retirement just three months ago, so fantasy owners should approach this with some skepticism, as is natural. He'd likely hit that hopeful timeframe only if he experienced no setbacks, and this is an unpredictable situation. However, Carp's return seems like a realistic possibility, and fantasy owners should monitor him. NL-only managers would be wise to consider tucking him away. This would be a real boost, considering the uncertain status of Jaime Garcia (shoulder). Share: Cardinals | Jaime Garcia going under knife Wed, 22 May 2013 09:45:42 -0700 St. Louis Cardinals SP Jaime Garcia (shoulder) will undergo shoulder surgery. Fantasy Tip: The talented but injury-prone southpaw doesn't disappoint on the negative side of his reputation. Stash him wherever possible, but this looks like it'll be a long absence, possibly the rest of the season, knowing his history of slow recovery. This might mean Chris Carpenter (shoulder) will come back sooner than expected this summer. He's worth a tuckaway. Share: Cardinals | Jake Westbrook throws Tue, 21 May 2013 15:07:35 -0700 St. Louis Cardinals SP Jake Westbrook (elbow) threw for roughly 15 minutes on flat ground Tuesday, May 21. Share: Cardinals | Jake Westbrook injury update Mon, 20 May 2013 19:07:55 -0700 St. Louis Cardinals SP Jake Westbrook (elbow) said he hopes to resume throwing off the mound Tuesday, May 21, after making 50 throws pain-free today from 90 feet. Share: Cardinals | David Freese injury update Mon, 20 May 2013 18:04:29 -0700 St. Louis Cardinals 3B David Freese (hand) said he can hit and throw without much issue after getting three stiches in his hand. Freese is available to come off the bench. Share:  |
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