# Cardinals Call Up Crooks and Velázquez

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Podcast: [St. Louis Cardinals News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/st-louis-cardinals-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7461032)
Published: 2026-05-30T06:46:38+00:00
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Cardinals jumpstart their Cubs series with two big calls-ups: hot-hitting catcher Jimmy Crooks and power-hitting outfielder Nelson Velázquez, while sending down Pozo and Prieto. Crooks, slashing .262 with 13 homers and 29 RBIs in Triple-A, gets his real shot behind Herrera, while Velázquez, who lit up spring training, brings his .232 average and seven homers to the big stage. Three catchers now on the roster — and both newcomers are primed to make their mark. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/7fc46e959c4d9a65

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