Cardinals' Lars Nootbaar Out with Oblique Strain, Jose Fermin Called Up

Nootbaar's injury opens opportunities for Alec Burleson and Dylan Carlson in the outfield.

Lars Nootbaar placed on 10-day injured list with an oblique strain, expected to miss several weeks.
Jose Fermin promoted from Triple-A Memphis, hitting .346 with a 1.076 OPS this season.
Alec Burleson and Dylan Carlson to see increased playing time in Nootbaar's absence.
Nootbaar had been a key player in the Cardinals' recent offensive surge, batting .520 over the last 14 games.
Manager Oliver Marmol emphasizes the importance of developing young talent like Jordan Walker.