Cardinals outfielder Jordan Walker is hitting well so far in spring, in part thanks to hitting coach Brant Brown.

Cardinals outfielder Jordan Walker is hitting well so far in spring, in part thanks to hitting coach Brant Brown.

St. Louis Cardinals' Jordan Walker doubles during the sixth inning of a spring training baseball game against the New York Mets Monday, Feb. 24, 2025, in Jupiter, Fla. (AP Photo/Jeff

St. Louis Cardinals' Jordan Walker doubles during the sixth inning of a spring training baseball game against the New York Mets Monday, Feb. 24, 2025, in Jupiter, Fla. (AP Photo/Jeff

This is a 2025 photo of Jordan Walker of the St. Louis Cardinals baseball team. This image reflects the Cardinals' active roster as of Thursday, Feb. 20, 2025, when this

When the Nolan Arenado trade failed, the Cardinals also failed to trade Ryan Helsley and Erick Fedde, leaving the franchise stuck in the dreaded middle. As such, 2025 is likely no

These are somewhat uncharted waters for the St. Louis Cardinals as the 2025 season begins. St. Louis has been a model of consistency over the past several decades, but enters the season picked to finish near the bottom of the standings by nearly every major news outlet.

An equipment bag with St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Jordan Walker's belongings lay near practice fields on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, as spring training continues at the team’s practice facility i

If the team couldn't move Nolan Arenado, they should have at least dealt closer Ryan Helsley and right-hander Erick Fedde.

Roby became the first Cardinal to work three innings this spring in Friday’s game against the Astros in West Palm Beach. He allowed one run on two hits and two walks, striking out one. Combined, he has allowed one run in five innings in his two games this spring.

Former St. Louis Cardinals first baseman Paul Goldschmidt said that the team could surprise some in the 2025 season.