Matt Svanson

Svanson turned in a 1.05 ERA with a 44:12 K:BB ratio across 34.1 innings in the second half of last season, and St. Louis is counting him among the candidates to handle save situations in 2026. Riley O'Brien, JoJo Romero, and Ryne Stanek are also in contention for ninth-inning work.

Fantasy Impact

Svanson didn't record a save during his rookie campaign, so closing games would be new territory. Manager Oliver Marmol has no plans to designate a closer before the season, expecting the situation to "solve itself" as the year progresses.

The Cardinals recalled Matt Svanson from Triple-A Memphis.

Fantasy Impact

Svanson figures to command a middle relief role in the Cardinals bullpen. Andre Granillo was optioned as the corresponding move.

The Cardinals optioned RHP Matt Svanson to Triple-A Memphis.

Fantasy Impact

Svanson threw 2 2/3 scoreless innings in Friday's game against the Braves. He gets optioned for the Cardinals to bring up a fresh arm.

The Cardinals recalled RHP Matt Svanson from Triple-A Memphis.

Fantasy Impact

Svanson figures to hold a middle relief role in the bullpen for the Cardinals.

The Cardinals optioned RHP Matt Svanson to Triple-A Memphis.

Fantasy Impact

Svanson threw 52 pitches in a long relief outing on Sunday. He gets optioned for St. Louis to bring up a fresh arm.