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Cardinals Revamp Performance Team Amid Data Challenges

1/24/2026

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Carl Kochan, head of the St. Louis Cardinals' performance department, leads a reorganization to boost performance.
The staff has grown from two positions in 2020 to nineteen currently.
They face challenges in data management, cross-team communication, and cultural and linguistic barriers.
Recent issues with pitcher Matthew Liberatore highlight the need for precise biomechanical analysis.
The Cardinals aim to streamline data use and improve conditioning despite hurdles in consistency and collaboration.

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Story summary

Carl Kochan, head of the St. Louis Cardinals' performance department, leads a reorganization to boost performance.
The staff has grown from two positions in 2020 to nineteen currently.
They face challenges in data management, cross-team communication, and cultural and linguistic barriers.
Recent issues with pitcher Matthew Liberatore highlight the need for precise biomechanical analysis.
The Cardinals aim to streamline data use and improve conditioning despite hurdles in consistency and collaboration.