Three Quarter Slot breaks down every NL Central draft class, highlighting a favorite pick, a least favorite selection, and a sleeper to watch. From Caden Sorrell's tremendous value for the Cubs to Trevor Condon's fit in St. Louis, here's what stood out across one of baseball's deepest draft divisions.
Tag: St. Louis Cardinals
St. Louis Cardinals: Liam Doyle, LHP
Liam Doyle, a LHP for the St. Louis Cardinals, possesses an elite fastball and promising secondary pitches, requiring development of a reliable breaking ball for potential rotation success.
St. Louis Cardinals: Cooper Hjerpe, LHP
Cooper Hjerpe, a 6'3" left-handed pitcher for the St. Louis Cardinals, features an extreme sidearm delivery and unique arsenal, creating challenges for hitters post-injury recovery.
St. Louis Cardinals: Joshua Baez, OF
Joshua Baez, an outfield prospect for the St. Louis Cardinals, shows improved mechanical adjustments and potential for a powerful 30-30 combination, though sustainability remains a concern.
St. Louis Cardinals: Rainiel Rodriguez, C
Player: Rainiel RodriguezOrg: St. Louis CardinalsHighest Level: High APosition(s): CHeight: 5'10"Weight: 197 lbs.Bats: RightThrows: RightSummary:Double-plus raw power in a short-levered, barrel-chested frame that gets to it consistently in games — that's the foundation of what makes Rodriguez an interesting evaluation. The swing is direct and compact, generating significant force without needing much lower-half involvement, and … Continue reading St. Louis Cardinals: Rainiel Rodriguez, C
St. Louis Cardinals: Tai Peete, OF
Tai Peete, a 6'2" outfielder for the St. Louis Cardinals, showcases elite athleticism, speed, and power, but needs to improve pitch recognition and consistency.
St. Louis Cardinals: Tekoah Roby, RHP
Tekoah Roby, a Triple A right-handed pitcher for the St. Louis Cardinals, showcases potential as a starter but faces ongoing injury challenges affecting his development and performance.
St. Louis Cardinals: JJ Wetherholt, SS
JJ Wetherholt, a promising infielder for the St. Louis Cardinals, boasts advanced hitting skills, speed, and defensive versatility, projecting as a near-MLB-ready prospect with All-Star potential.
St. Louis Cardinals: Quinn Mathews, LHP
Quinn Mathews, a LHP for the St. Louis Cardinals, faced challenges in 2025 due to shoulder issues but retains strong pitches, indicating potential as a stabilizing starter.
St. Louis Cardinals: Jimmy Crooks, C
Jimmy Crooks is a catcher for the St. Louis Cardinals, showcasing solid defense and left-handed power, with potential as a backup or fringe everyday player.