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Cardinals' Thompson Faces Injury Setback Ahead of Season

3/3/2025

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St. Louis Cardinals pitcher Zack Thompson faces a setback with a Grade 1 lat strain, sidelining him for three to four weeks and putting his Opening Day roster spot in jeopardy. After a challenging season marked by a 9.53 ERA in 17 major league innings, this injury adds to the pressure as he fights to reclaim his position.

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St. Louis Cardinals pitcher Zack Thompson faces a setback with a Grade 1 lat strain, sidelining him for three to four weeks and putting his Opening Day roster spot in jeopardy. After a challenging season marked by a 9.53 ERA in 17 major league innings, this injury adds to the pressure as he fights to reclaim his position.