Poll: Will JJ Wetherholt Break Camp With The Cardinals?

"The No. 7 overall pick in the 2024 draft has made good on that lofty slot since entering pro ball. After a solid cup of coffee at Single-A in his draft year, Wetherholt's performance exploded in 2025 when he slashed .306/.421/.510 across 109 games split between the Double-A and Triple-A level. That would be impressive for virtually any prospect, but it's especially so for Wetherholt, who is just 22 years old and adds strong infield defense and impressive baserunning to his well-rounded game."

"The Cardinals have made clear that they plan to give their top prospect the opportunity to make the big league roster out of camp. A spot in the Opening Day lineup should be much easier to come by now that Donovan has been dealt to Seattle, but Wetherholt will still have competition from other players on the roster."

The St. Louis Cardinals are undergoing their first major rebuild in decades, trading away established players like Willson Contreras and Nolan Arenado to clear payroll. While these moves have disappointed fans in the short term, prospect JJ Wetherholt provides optimism. The 22-year-old slashed .306/.421/.510 across 109 games in 2025 at Double-A and Triple-A levels, earning consensus top-10 prospect status. Wetherholt combines strong offensive production with solid infield defense and impressive baserunning. The Cardinals plan to give him an opportunity to make the Opening Day roster, with a second base position available following Brendan Donovan's trade to Seattle.

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