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Cardinals Prospect Wetherholt Poised for Stardom
20 Feb
Summary
- JJ Wetherholt is a consensus top 10 prospect, with many ranking him top five.
- Chaim Bloom praised Wetherholt's hitting, poise, and positive impact on teammates.
- With Donovan traded, Wetherholt has a clear path to start at second base.
The St. Louis Cardinals are anticipating a significant impact from one of their top prospects, JJ Wetherholt, as the team undergoes a rebuild. Wetherholt is recognized as a consensus top-10 prospect in baseball, with many outlets placing him in the top five.
During early spring training, Wetherholt has demonstrated considerable potential. Cardinals president of baseball operations Chaim Bloom noted his outstanding hitting ability, poise, and maturity, stating he positively impacts those around him.
Wetherholt's performance at the Triple-A level last season was exceptional, showcasing five-tool potential including base stealing, high batting average, and power. His development is expected to continue with increased exposure to major league talent.
With the recent trade of Brendan Donovan to the Seattle Mariners, a starting position at second base has opened up for Wetherholt. He is widely expected to be a fixture at the top of the lineup for the Cardinals for the next five to eight seasons.
