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Cardinals Sideline Jordan Walker with Wrist Inflammation, Recall Ryan Vilade

Vilade’s versatility provides manager Oliver Marmol with multiple defensive alignments

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Overview

  • Jordan Walker was placed on the Cardinals’ 10-day injured list retroactive to May 29 due to left wrist inflammation, halting his recent momentum in the lineup.
  • Walker entered the IL after posting a .333/.353/.545 batting line over his last 34 plate appearances this season.
  • The club selected utilityman Ryan Vilade from Triple-A Memphis, where he batted .280 with five home runs and 31 RBIs while playing all three outfield spots and multiple infield positions.
  • Manager Oliver Marmol expects Walker to return promptly once he completes the mandatory 10-day absence.
  • St. Louis also optioned right-hander Gordon Graceffo to Triple-A and recalled reliever Roddery Munoz, with Alec Burleson and Brendan Donovan slated for increased outfield duties.