Cards Central

Bats Go Quiet Again in Jupiter

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Episode Summary: "Solid Pitching but Bats Quiet"

Game Recap:

  • The St. Louis Cardinals lost 2-0 in a spring training game against the Mets, with their offense struggling once again.
  • The lineup featured mostly Major League-level players, yet they managed just two hits against pitcher Paul Blackburn, who had an ERA close to five last season.
  • Miles Mikolas delivered a strong performance, pitching five innings and allowing only one run.

    • Concerns About the Offense:

    • Despite the presence of regulars like Jordan Walker, Lars Nootbaar, and Nolan Arenado, the offense was lackluster.
    • This is a concerning trend, given that the season is approaching and the team has a new hitting coach.
    • Schaeffer and Roderick questioned whether the Cardinals can truly improve after an underwhelming offseason with little roster movement.

      • Fan Buy-In & Outlook for the Season:

      • The hosts discussed whether fans will remain engaged if the team starts slowly.
      • The team’s inconsistent offensive performances in spring training have raised doubts about whether they can rebound from last year’s struggles.
      • Betting lines have the Cardinals projected for around 77-78 wins, with Roderick leaning optimistically toward 87 wins but acknowledging the team’s wide variance.

        • Pitching Bright Spot: Tekoah Roby

        • One major highlight was prospect Tekoah Roby’s dominant two-inning outing, where he struck out four batters.
        • The hosts debated whether Roby could contribute at the Major League level this season, either as a reliever or a late-season starter.

          • Looking Ahead:

          • The Cardinals will continue their spring training schedule, including a breakout prospect game on Friday.
          • The hosts emphasized the importance of seeing a full-strength lineup perform better in the final weeks before Opening Day.

            • Overall, while the Cardinals’ pitching looked solid, their offensive struggles remain a major concern as the regular season approaches.

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