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sports1 year ago

Cardinals' Rookie Masyn Winn Extends Hit Streak to 18 Games

Cardinals rookie shortstop Masyn Winn is impressing with his mature, pragmatic approach to hitting, excelling in making consistent contact and defying defensive shifts. Winn's low strikeout rate, high line drive rate, and ability to hit to all fields make him a standout. Despite not focusing on power metrics, he leads MLB rookies with a .308 batting average and shows significant potential in various hitting scenarios.

fantasy-baseball-draft-prep1 year ago

"2024 Fantasy Baseball Draft Guide: Target Sleepers and Draft Strategy"

Frank Stampfl provides fantasy baseball sleepers to target in the 2024 draft, including undervalued players like Teoscar Hernandez, Yu Darvish, Nestor Cortes, Maikel Garcia, and post-hype sleeper Masyn Winn. Stampfl believes Hernandez is undervalued and could deliver strong numbers in the Dodgers lineup, while Darvish and Cortes offer potential upside at their current draft positions. He also sees Garcia as having a similar upside to Nico Hoerner, and views Winn as a post-hype sleeper with potential for a power-speed combo.

sports1 year ago

"Brandon Crawford Addresses Cardinals' Concerns: A New Signing for St. Louis"

The St. Louis Cardinals have signed All-Star shortstop Brandon Crawford to a one-year contract, aiming to address concerns about stable defense, starting Masyn Winn at shortstop, and adding winning experience to the clubhouse. Crawford's addition allows Tommy Edman to focus on center field and provides a reliable glove to assist Winn. The Cardinals believe Crawford's experience and mentorship will benefit Winn, while also providing depth at shortstop and preventing burnout for the young player.

sports1 year ago

"Cardinals' Masyn Winn Showcases Skills in Audition for Starting Shortstop Role"

Cardinals rookie shortstop Masyn Winn is making a strong case to be the team's everyday starter with an impressive performance at spring training, showcasing his hitting, base running, and defensive skills. The team is confident in Winn's abilities and has a clear path for him to secure the starting role. Winn has made adjustments to his swing and is displaying a high level of confidence, backed by his strong showing on the field.

sports2 years ago

Cardinals Continue Home Run Streak, Overpowering NL-leading Braves

The St. Louis Cardinals hit four home runs for the second consecutive night as they defeated the Atlanta Braves 11-6. The Cardinals capitalized on an early lead against Braves pitcher Spencer Strider, who entered the game as the NL leader in wins and strikeouts. Rookie Masyn Winn hit his first big-league homer, while Nolan Gorman added his third homer in as many days. The Cardinals secured their first road series win in nearly a month and are in position to sweep the Braves in their final game.

sports2 years ago

Pete Alonso's Regrettable Gesture: Throwing Masyn Winn's First Hit into the Stands

New York Mets' Pete Alonso apologizes to St. Louis Cardinals' Masyn Winn for throwing away his first major league hit ball by sending him a bottle of Don Julio 1942 Tequila and a signed bat as a gesture of goodwill. Alonso mistakenly tossed the ball into the crowd, not realizing its significance, but later felt like an "idiot" for his actions. Winn accepted the apology and described Alonso as a great guy. In other news, the Mets sent Joey Lucchesi back to Syracuse after a strong performance, called up Adam Kolarek from Triple-A Syracuse, and Brandon Nimmo returned to centerfield after managing a quadriceps injury.

sports2 years ago

"Key Takeaways from Masyn Winn's Cardinals Call-Up"

The St. Louis Cardinals have called up top prospect Masyn Winn for his Major League debut, but the timing of his promotion is strategic. By bringing him up now, the Cardinals ensure that Winn maintains his rookie eligibility status for the 2024 season. According to the new MLB CBA, Winn must be on the MLB roster for 45 days or less and accumulate 130 at-bats or less to maintain this status. With 45 days left in the season, the Cardinals will need to carefully manage Winn's playing time to avoid exceeding the at-bats limit.

sports2 years ago

"Cardinals' Rising Star: Masyn Winn Makes Triple-A Leap"

The St. Louis Cardinals are promoting rookie shortstop Masyn Winn from Triple-A Memphis, replacing injured outfielder Lars Nootbaar on the 40-man roster. Winn, a highly regarded prospect, has been impressive in Triple-A this season, hitting .288 with 18 home runs, 61 RBIs, and 17 stolen bases. He also possesses a standout arm, having thrown 100.5 mph from shortstop in the 2022 All-Star Futures Game. Winn joins other players from the Cardinals' 2020 draft class in making their way to the major leagues. Nootbaar was placed on the injured list due to a lower abdomen contusion.

sports2 years ago

"Cardinals Promote Top Prospect Masyn Winn to Majors"

The St. Louis Cardinals are promoting rookie shortstop Masyn Winn, their top prospect, from Triple-A Memphis. Winn, known for his strong arm and athleticism, has been impressive in his first season at Triple-A, batting .288 with 18 home runs, 61 RBI, and 17 stolen bases. He leads all of minor league baseball in runs scored and is ranked 32nd overall by MLB Pipeline. Winn will join other players from the Cardinals' 2020 draft class in the major leagues and will make his debut against the New York Mets.

sports2 years ago

Cardinals' Draft Picks Highlight Close Friend of Top Prospect and Summer Ball Standout

The St. Louis Cardinals selected Tre Richardson, a close friend of their top prospect Masyn Winn, in the 15th round of the MLB draft. Richardson and Winn have known each other since childhood and played together in high school. While Winn became a top prospect, Richardson transferred to TCU and had a successful collegiate career. The Cardinals also drafted several other position players and pitchers from college backgrounds in rounds 11-20.

sports2 years ago

"2023 St. Louis Cardinals Spring Training Update"

The St. Louis Cardinals' 2020 MLB Draft class has been paying dividends, with their first four picks becoming four of their five best prospects, all ranked on MLB Pipeline's Top 100. Outfielder Jordan Walker, shortstop Masyn Winn, right-hander Tink Hence, and outfielder Alec Burleson have all impressed, with Burleson already making his big league debut in September. Walker, in particular, has exceeded expectations, batting .310/.388/.525 in two pro seasons and excelling in Double-A last year at age 20. The Cardinals' top prospects are pushing for spots in the Opening Day lineup.

sports2 years ago

"Top Cardinals Contenders to Fill in for Injured DeJong"

The St. Louis Cardinals have several options to replace the injured Paul DeJong on the roster, but top prospect Masyn Winn is not the best choice for the role. While Winn's talent and potential have drawn comparisons to Francisco Lindor, he needs consistent playing time to continue his development. Starting the year in Triple-A Memphis would be the best move for Winn, and he could potentially make his debut in St. Louis in mid-2023.