JoJo Romero

The Cardinals placed JoJo Romero on the 15-day injured list.

Fantasy Impact

Romero will be sidelined for at least the next couple of weeks as he deals with appendicitis.

JoJo Romero worked around a hit and a walk without allowing an earned run in Sunday's 4-3 loss to Atlanta.

Fantasy Impact

After Sunday's loss, Romero now has a 3.35 ERA and 1.30 WHIP with no saves, 2 blown saves and 20 holds through 44 appearances. He's got the most appearances out of the Cardinals' bullpen and is one of just a couple of southpaws. For that reason, he may never get a crack at the closer's role, but he is a great option in saves plus holds leagues.

JoJo Romero struck out one batter in a scoreless appearance during Friday's 2-1 win over Atlanta.

Fantasy Impact

After the win, Romero now has a 3.43 ERA and 1.29 WHIP with a 9.2 K/9, no saves, two blown saves and 21 holds across 43 appearances. He leads the Cardinals in holds and appearances out of the bullpen.

Romero finished 2025 with a 2.07 ERA and 55:29 K:BB across 61 innings, and he already has closing experience with the Cardinals — he and Riley O'Brien shared ninth-inning duties down the stretch after Ryan Helsley was traded. Matt Svanson and Ryne Stanek are also expected to factor into save situations in St. Louis.

Fantasy Impact

A trade remains a possibility, though the chances are considered significantly lower now than they were earlier in the offseason. Manager Oliver Marmol has indicated he won't be naming a closer before the season, expecting the situation to "solve itself."

The Cardinals agreed to terms with LHP JoJo Romero on a one-year, $4.26 million contract.

Fantasy Impact

Romero had his name pop up in trade rumors this offseason. He is coming off posting a 2.07 ERA across a career-high 61 innings.