JJ Wetherholt

JJ Wetherholt is expected to compete for a starting role in spring training.

Fantasy Impact

Wetherholt has quickly worked his way into being one of the top prospects in baseball. The Cardinals trade of Nolan Arenado could open an immediate opportunity for Wetherholt. Even if he doesn't make the Opening Day roster, he'll still be called up to the majors at some point likely early in the season.

JJ Wetherholt went 3-for-8 with a home run in his first taste of Triple-A action in Wednesday's doubleheader.

Fantasy Impact

The No. 7 pick in last year's MLB Draft rose up the farm system for St. Louis and picked up where he left off in Triple-A. He remains a tremendous stash in dynasty leagues. He most likely makes his MLB debut next year, but if he continues to rake in Triple-A, he could possibly get a chance later this year.

The Cardinals promoted SS JJ Wetherholt to Triple-A Memphis.

Fantasy Impact

Wetherholt continues to rise quickly through the Cardinals farm system after being the No. 7 overall pick in the MLB Draft last year. He slashed 300/.425/.466 with seven home runs and 14 steals across 62 games in Double-A.

The Cardinals reassigned JJ Wetherholt to minor league camp Wednesday, per team reports.

Fantasy Impact

Wetherholt, a top prospect, got ample spring reps but scuffled—2-for-20 with one homer, three steals, and a 5:6 K:BB—landing him at High-A Peoria or Double-A Springfield for 2025’s start. Fantasy managers in dynasty leagues should stash him; his speed and pedigree hint at big things ahead.