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Cardinals elevate Thomas Saggese to leadoff spot against Giants

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 11:21 PM

Last updated Sep 14, 2026

Cardinals elevate Thomas Saggese to leadoff spot against Giants

Summary

The St. Louis Cardinals face the San Francisco Giants in their second series of the final homestand of 2026. After taking two of three from the Chicago White Sox, the Cardinals have shifted Thomas Saggese to the leadoff position for the series opener. This change comes as JJ Wetherholt remains on the injured list with a wrist issue. Saggese has excelled at the plate recently, hitting.392 in his last 15 games after struggling earlier in the season. His performance is crucial for the Cardinals, who are evaluating their roster for next year as they are unlikely to contend for the playoffs.

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By the Numbers

•Cardinals took two of three from the White Sox before facing the Giants.
•JJ Wetherholt is on the injured list, allowing Saggese to take the leadoff spot.
•Saggese has a.392 batting average in his last 15 games.
•The Cardinals are evaluating their roster as they near the end of the season.

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11:21 PMYahoo Sports — Cardinals Move Surging Infielder to Leadoff Spot for Giants Opener

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The St. Louis Cardinals are set for the second series of their final homestand of 2026. After taking two out of three from the Chicago White Sox and playing the role of spoiler, they’ll have a chance at redemption against the San Francisco Giants, who swept them at Oracle Park last week.With JJ Wetherholt currently […] The post Cardinals Move Surging Infielder to Leadoff Spot for Giants Opener appeared first on HEAVY.
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