Winn’s Return Looms as Cardinals Push | MLB News

0:00It's September 7th, MLB News. Today starts now. AI powered and game ready. I'm Cory with the story. The St. Louis Cardinals are still waiting to get shortstop Mass and win back on the field. He's been sidelined since August 21st with a fractured thumb and the team is holding off on activating him until he can swing the bat without. Any pain. He went through a workout on Monday, which is a good sign, but certain swings are still causing discomfort. This means he won't be in the lineup for their series opener against the San Francisco Giants. The decision to bring him back is directly tied to his comfort level and ability to perform without pain, especially when it comes to his hitting. It's been a tough stretch for the Cardinals' middle infield, as they're also missing JJ Weatherhold. Thomas Sajayce has stepped in at shortstop and has been surprisingly solid, hitting over 500 in his recent games and showing some real power. When win does return, sa, JC could easily shift over to second or third base, giving the Cardinals a much stronger infield.

1:01This would be a big boost as they try to make a push for a playoff spot, especially considering wins elite defense. Before his injury, win was putting up decent numbers at the plate and was a key part of their defense. His return, along with Sajayce finding his groove, could really solidify the team and improve their chances down the stretch.