Blaze Jordan thriving for Cardinals in first eight MLB games
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 5:26 PM
Last updated Jun 20, 2026
Rookie third baseman Blaze Jordan has made a strong impression in his first eight games with the St. Louis Cardinals, batting.300 with seven RBIs. Despite earlier doubts about his ability to handle the position, Jordan has showcased both his fielding and hitting skills, contributing in a recent game even in a 6-5 loss to the Royals. Manager Oliver Marmol expressed excitement about Jordan's development on the field, while Nolan Gorman, the previous starter, faces a swing rebuild in the minors after struggling this season. Jordan's rapid adjustment to the big leagues comes after six years in the minors and is enhancing the team's lineup amid recent struggles.
- •Blaze Jordan has a.300 batting average with seven RBIs in eight games.
- •His defensive metrics rank him among the top players on the Cardinals roster.
- •Jordan's promotion comes amid struggles from former starter Nolan Gorman.
- •He made impactful plays in a recent loss to the Royals.
- •Jordan's MLB journey follows a significant minor league period after being drafted.
- 5:26 PMYahoo Sports — Rookie Blaze Jordan Quickly Erasing Doubts, Thriving for Cardinals at Third Base
"Before Blaze Jordan even got to the Cardinals, there were rampant doubts as to whether he could ever play third base at the big-league level. But he has used an eight-game cameo so far to prove that he can be an every-day threat for the Cards defensively and at the plate.
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