# Cardinals Lock Down Wetherholt, Now Target Walker | St. Louis Cardinals News

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Published: 2026-07-11T00:54:16+00:00
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The St. Louis Cardinals just locked down rookie sensation J.J. Wetherholt with an eight-year, $112.5M deal that could hit $132M with incentives — a bold statement of faith in their young core. Now, fans are buzzing about whether the same fate awaits rising star Jordan Walker, whose All-Star-caliber season has made him a top target. With payroll flexibility and Walker under team control for years, the Cardinals have time to make a move — and if they do, it could reshape their future. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://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/b184682ef97f41dd

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