Joshua Baez hits four home runs, boosts call-up chances for Cardinals
CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 7:55 PM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
Joshua Baez achieved a rare feat by hitting four home runs in a game on Tuesday, solidifying his status as a top prospect for the St. Louis Cardinals. The 22-year-old has shown significant power this season with 23 home runs and an impressive.976 OPS in 2026, continuing a recent trend of strong performances. Despite a high strikeout rate exceeding 30 percent, his recent success may push the Cardinals to promote him to the majors, especially following a recent youth movement in their lineup. The Cardinals have already brought in other young players, heightening the potential for Baez’s call-up.
- •Baez is the Cardinals' No. 3 prospect.
- •He has 12 home runs in his last 18 games.
- •Baez's four-homer game marks a historic achievement.
- •High strikeout rate raises concerns about major league readiness.
- •Cardinals are integrating younger players into the roster.
- 7:55 PMCBS Sports — Fantasy Baseball Prospects Report: Joshua Baez's four-homer game may propel him to the majors
"Meanwhile, Josiah Hartshorn entrenches himself as one of this year's biggest prospect breakthroughs
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