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The St. Louis Cardinals are gearing up for an intriguing 2026 season, with manager Oliver Marmol expressing optimism after a narrow 3-2 win over the Astros during Spring Training. The team's focus on competitive play over relying on home runs signals a fresh approach as they prepare for Opening Day against the Tampa Bay Rays. With top prospect JJ Wetherholt earning a spot on the Opening Day roster, fans are eager to see how he and the five catchers,led by Iván Herrera and Pedro Pagés,will shape the future of the franchise. Meanwhile, the excitement is palpable as former Cardinal Dylan Carlson sets the stage for a compelling rivalry with the Cubs, making the upcoming season even more thrilling for Cardinals Nation.
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Redbirdrants
The Cardinals’ search for catching clarity continues in 2026
The St. Louis Cardinals have five catchers on their 40-man roster and hope to find the backstop of the future in 2026. How will Ivan Herrera, Pedro Pages, Jimmy Crooks, Yohel Pozo, Leonardo Bernal, and even Rainiel Rodríguez all fit into the mix?
Redbirdrants
Former Cardinals star makes Cubs' Opening Day roster as fourth outfielder
Dylan Carlson has made the Chicago Cubs' Opening Day roster, setting the stage for a fun clash with the St. Louis Cardinals in 2026.
MLB.com
Who will stand out for St. Louis in 2026? Making Cards season picks
After watching his team edge the Astros, 3-2, on Sunday afternoon, manager Oliver Marmol said he really felt good about the 2026 Cardinals. He liked the way they competed during Spring Training and the club made it clear the style of play will not be waiting for the three-run homer.
Viva El Birdos
Here’s a Breakdown of the St. Louis Cardinals Opening Day Schedule
The St. Louis Cardinals have shared a detailed schedule of what Opening Day will look like on Thursday. It will start with a pep rally starting late morning and won’t conclude until the Cardinals and Tampa Bay Rays kick off the 2026 season in the afternoon. Here’s the Opening Day schedule for the St. Louis […]
Viva El Birdos
The Viva El Birdos Podcast: Episode 57 – 2026 Season Preview with Matt Pauley
This week is exciting in Cardinals Nation for multiple reasons, with Opening Day being the most important element of it all. The Cardinals return to St. Louis on Thursday and will take on the Tampa Bay Rays to open the 2026 season. Gabe and I had the privilege of sitting down with Pre/Post Host for […]
CBS Sports
Top Cardinals prospect JJ Wetherholt makes Opening Day roster as new era begins in St. Louis
Wetherholt is expected to be one of the faces of the rebuilding Cardinals