Cardinals consider signing World Series champion JoJo Romero
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 9, 2026, 9:37 PM
Last updated Nov 9, 2026
The St. Louis Cardinals are exploring the possibility of re-signing JoJo Romero, who became a key player for the Milwaukee Brewers during their recent World Series campaign. Romero, now a free agent, had a solid 2026 season with a 3.36 ERA across 65 games. Having previously dealt with inconsistency early in his career, he has improved significantly since joining the Cardinals in 2022. Given the Cardinals’ struggles with their bullpen, Romero’s experience and recent performance make him an appealing option as they enter a rebuilding phase. The team needs to bolster its pitching staff, which has recorded a 4.51 ERA, among the worst in MLB this season.
- •Cardinals traded JoJo Romero to Brewers, who won the World Series.
- •Romero posted a 3.36 ERA in 2026, becoming a key reliever.
- •Cardinals' bullpen had a 4.51 ERA, one of MLB's worst.
- •Team is in a rebuilding phase, needing reliable pitching options.
- •Romero's familiarity with the Cardinals makes him a strong candidate.
- 9:37 PMYahoo Sports — St. Louis Cardinals Interested in Reunion With World Series Champion
"The St. Louis Cardinals traded away starter Dustin May and reliever JoJo Romero to the Milwaukee Brewers at the Trade Deadline in a fire sale. Those two players would win a World Series with Milwaukee, becoming key contributors.Now, both will hit free agency. May’s market is likely cold after how he finished the year, but […] The post St. Louis Cardinals Interested in Reunion With World Series Champion appeared first on HEAVY.
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