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Cardinals Acquire Veneziano to Strengthen Wild Card Pitching

8/6/2025

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Cardinals Acquire Veneziano

In a strategic move to bolster their pitching lineup during a tough Wild Card battle, the St. Louis Cardinals have snagged left-handed pitcher Anthony Veneziano from the Miami Marlins. The 27-year-old boasts a solid 3.93 ERA over 38 MLB appearances and will continue his growth at Triple-A Memphis.

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Cardinals Waive Baker

The St. Louis Cardinals made a bold move by waiving first baseman Luken Baker, who couldn't translate his minor league success to the majors. Now with the Los Angeles Dodgers, Baker's spot is filled by promising 22-year-old Blaze Jordan. In a strategic play for the Wild Card race, the Cardinals also claimed pitcher Anthony Veneziano from the Marlins to bolster their pitching lineup.

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Historical Context

The St. Louis Cardinals, a historic MLB franchise, won the World Series in 2011, marking their 11th championship. Since 2000, they have made ten playoff appearances, showcasing a commitment to player development, with 38% of their 2022 roster being homegrown talent. Their recent acquisition of Anthony Veneziano from the Miami Marlins reflects ongoing strategic efforts to remain competitive in Major League Baseball.

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Cardinals Acquire Veneziano

In a strategic move to bolster their pitching lineup during a tough Wild Card battle, the St. Louis Cardinals have snagged left-handed pitcher Anthony Veneziano from the Miami Marlins. The 27-year-old boasts a solid 3.93 ERA over 38 MLB appearances and will continue his growth at Triple-A Memphis.

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