BREAKING: The St. Louis Cardinals just announced that shortstop Masyn Winn has been placed on the 10-day injured list due to a devastating season-ending knee injury. This decision comes after a diagnosis of a torn meniscus in his right knee, confirmed by manager Oliver Marmol on Friday night.
Winn, only 23 years old, is now seeking a second opinion and is expected to undergo arthroscopic surgery within the next two weeks. The injury has plagued him for several weeks, forcing him to play through significant pain. “The training staff kind of noticed I was trying to hide it a little bit,” Winn stated on Saturday before the Cardinals faced off against the Milwaukee Brewers. “I was hoping after three days off that it would feel a lot better, but it was really tough to swing, and really tough to take groundballs.”
In a swift response to Winn’s injury, the Cardinals recalled infielder José Fermín from Triple-A Memphis. This marks a critical moment for the team as they navigate the final stretch of the season. Winn’s absence will heavily impact the Cardinals’ infield dynamics, given his impressive performance this year, where he batted .253 with nine home runs and 51 RBIs.
Winn has also shone defensively, tying with Bobby Witt Jr. of the Kansas City Royals for the most outs above average in the majors. He committed only three errors in 501 chances this season, a remarkable improvement from the 18 errors he had in 2024.
Marmol praised Winn’s abilities, calling him, “the best shortstop in the game.” With this latest injury setback, the Cardinals and their fans are left hoping for a swift recovery, as Winn aims to return to full strength in time for spring training in February.
As the Cardinals look ahead, the organization and fans alike will be watching closely for updates on Winn’s condition and recovery process. The urgency surrounding this injury not only affects the team’s performance but also the future of one of its brightest young stars. Stay tuned for further developments on this breaking story as it unfolds.
