Cardinals rookie JJ Wetherholt ranks 12th in midseason top 25

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Last updated Jul 2, 2026

Cardinals rookie JJ Wetherholt ranks 12th in midseason top 25
Summary

JJ Wetherholt of the St. Louis Cardinals has been ranked 12th in Bleacher Report's midseason top 25 players. Since his MLB debut, he has hit.259 with 12 home runs, 34 RBIs, and nine stolen bases. He is also a more-than-capable defender, competing for a top spot in fielding metrics. Wetherholt's performance has been crucial in keeping the Cardinals competitive for a wild-card spot in the National League. His recent form includes a.327 batting average over the past 25 games.

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  • Wetherholt debuted this season after being drafted seventh overall in the 2024 MLB Draft.
  • He was named the Cardinals' Minor League Player of the Year last season.
  • He leads the Cardinals in several offensive and defensive categories.
  • Wetherholt is significantly contributing to the team's wild-card race efforts.
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  • 8:53 PMYahoo SportsCardinals' rookie sits securely in the midseason top 25 rankings
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He's starting to run away with the NL Rookie of the Year Award.

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