Cardinals bullpen shows promise for future competitiveness in MLB
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 11:00 AM
Last updated Aug 25, 2026
The St. Louis Cardinals bullpen has displayed significant improvement during the 2026 season, positioning the team as a potential contender moving forward. Players like Riley O’Brien, who currently leads the NL in saves, and George Soriano, who is on pace for a career-high in innings pitched, are emerging as key assets. Manager Oli Marmol indicated that issues with Luis Gastelum’s performance may have been resolved, suggesting positive prospects for the remainder of the season. As the Cardinals continue to build for 2027, the focus will be on developing the bullpen's potential impact.
- •Riley O’Brien leads NL in saves in 2026.
- •George Soriano exceeds previous career high in innings pitched.
- •Luis Gastelum shows improvement after earlier struggles.
- •Manager highlights turnaround for Gastelum’s performance.
- •Cardinals focus on bullpen strength for future competitiveness.
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