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Cardinals Cut Ties with Struggling Pitcher Erick Fedde

7/24/2025

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Summary

Story summary

In a bold move, the St. Louis Cardinals have designated pitcher Erick Fedde for assignment following a tough season marked by a 3-10 record and a 5.22 ERA. Fedde's struggles in his final five starts sealed his fate, prompting the team to recall Andre Granillo in hopes of reigniting their pitching lineup.

History

Historical Context

In 1996, the St. Louis Cardinals traded for pitcher Mike Morgan, who had a 3.92 ERA, to address a pitching crisis. This move reflected the team's ongoing struggle for effective pitching, a challenge that continues today as they designated Erick Fedde, who has a 5.22 ERA. Such roster changes highlight the persistent difficulties teams face in maintaining competitive pitching in Major League Baseball.

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Story summary

In a bold move, the St. Louis Cardinals have designated pitcher Erick Fedde for assignment following a tough season marked by a 3-10 record and a 5.22 ERA. Fedde's struggles in his final five starts sealed his fate, prompting the team to recall Andre Granillo in hopes of reigniting their pitching lineup.

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