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Cardinals’ Shocking Playoff Surge | St. Louis News
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- Jul 11, 2026
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- 111
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Summary
The St. Louis Cardinals are defying all expectations this season, surging into playoff contention with a 48-44 record despite trading away stars like Sonny Gray and Nolan Arenado. Young talents Jordan Walker and JJ Wetherholt have been the unsung heroes, with Wetherholt reportedly set for a massive nine-year extension — a bold bet on his future. While other teams scramble for elite starters before the deadline, Cardinals brass wisely resist the temptation to overpay, opting instead to target undervalued, expiring-contract players. This balanced approach lets them chase wins now without sacrificing long-term flexibility or prospects. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/170f0bec1c5873a1