Cardinals re-sign Bligh Madris after Joshua Baez's emergence
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 11:30 AM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026

The St. Louis Cardinals have re-signed outfielder Bligh Madris to a minor league contract following his release earlier this summer. This decision comes as the organization evaluates its outfield depth amidst Joshua Baez's impressive performance that has changed the team's outfield dynamics. Baez, a rising prospect, had a standout rookie debut, contributing to a more crowded outfield. Madris returns to the Cardinals despite a lackluster stint in Korea, serving primarily as organizational depth as the team assesses its long-term roster options.
- •Bligh Madris signs minor league deal with the Cardinals on August 20, 2026.
- •Joshua Baez has risen to a Top 100 prospect following a record-setting rookie debut.
- •Madris previously struggled with a.175 batting average in Korea.
- •Baez's success has intensified the competition and evaluation within the Cardinals' outfield.
- 11:30 AMYahoo Sports — Cardinals Reunite With Outfield Veteran After Joshua Baez Update
"The St. Louis Cardinals quickly re-signed a 30-year-old outfielder after a cut pushed him out of affiliated baseball.
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