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Cardinals evaluate extension for Masyn Winn amid strong performance

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 1:00 PM

Last updated Aug 23, 2026

Cardinals evaluate extension for Masyn Winn amid strong performance

Summary

The St. Louis Cardinals are considering a contract extension for shortstop Masyn Winn as the team remains competitive in the postseason race. Since the All-Star break, the Cardinals have shown considerable improvement, supported by strong starting pitching and offensive contributions from players like Alec Burleson and Jordan Walker. Winn, known for his defensive prowess, has also begun to show signs of offensive improvement, contributing extra-base hits recently. Given his arbitration eligibility this offseason, the Cardinals are urged to secure an extension for Winn before he potentially becomes too costly.

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Status Watch

•Cardinals remain in postseason contention after strong play since August.
•Winn has displayed defensive excellence and signs of offensive improvement.
•He will be arbitration eligible for the first time this offseason.
•Currently in his fourth major league season, Winn has shown potential for growth.

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1:00 PMYahoo Sports — Is now the best time for the Cardinals to extend Masyn Winn?

What they're saying

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The St. Louis Cardinals continue to remain relevant in the postseason discussion thanks to a solid month-plus of play since the All-Star break. After struggling out of the break, the team has been one of the best in the National League since the calendar turned to August. They have done so with starting pitching that […]
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