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St. Louis Cardinals recall Cooper Hjerpe from Memphis Redbirds

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 6, 2026, 5:18 PM

Last updated Sep 6, 2026

St. Louis Cardinals recall Cooper Hjerpe from Memphis Redbirds

Summary

The St. Louis Cardinals recalled left-handed pitcher Cooper Hjerpe from Triple-A Memphis on September 6, 2026. Hjerpe is expected to join the team for the final game of their series against the Colorado Rockies and will wear number 56. To accommodate the roster move, the team optioned pitcher Hancel Rincon back to the Redbirds. Hjerpe has appeared in 15 games, all starts, across four minor league levels this season, recording a 3.00 ERA with 61 strikeouts in 42 innings. While he may provide bullpen depth to assist with innings management for Kyle Leahy, team management has not ruled out using him as a starting pitcher during the remainder of the season. His role remains flexible as the Cardinals assess their pitching rotation for upcoming games against the San Francisco Giants.

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By the Numbers

•The Cardinals recalled Cooper Hjerpe from Triple-A Memphis on September 6.
•Hancel Rincon was optioned to Memphis to make room on the active roster.
•Hjerpe recorded a 3.00 ERA with 61 strikeouts over 42 innings this season.
•The team intends to use Hjerpe as a reliever, with the possibility of future starts.

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5:18 PMYahoo Sports — Cooper Hjerpe Called Up by the St. Louis Cardinals

What they're saying

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The St. Louis Cardinals have called up left-handed pitcher Connor Hjerpe from the Memphis Redbirds. He will join the team for the series finale on Sunday against the Colorado Rockies. He will wear #56. Cooper Hjerpe Called Up by the Cardinals Welcome to the Show, Cooper! We have recalled LHP Cooper Hjerpe from Memphis (AAA). …
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