# Nootbaar's Return Boosts Cardinals' Sluggish Offense

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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: 2026-05-22T15:22:15+00:00
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## Resource

The Cardinals offensive struggles, particularly from the bottom of their lineup, have become a concern. With only the top four hitters performing consistently, opposing pitchers can easily navigate the lineup. However, theres hope on the horizon as Lars Nootbaar, recovering from heel surgery, is nearing a return. His on-base skills and power hitting could significantly boost the offense, potentially elevating the performance of other hitters in the lineup. The question remains whether Nootbaar will return to his pre-injury form, but his presence could make the Cardinals lineup a formidable force from top to bottom. 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/ac86658b3f597d23

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