Cardinals vs Twins Preview: Young Arms, Big Bats

The Cardinals just demolished the Twins 9-6 on Saturday. Their hitters came alive in a big way. Herrera launched two monsters—one went 417 feet, another sailed 403 feet. Walker crushed a 454-footer into the left field seats. Jordan added a three-run blast. The Cardinals' lineup scored runs in bunches and kept piling on. St. Louis sits at 38-30 and rides a one-game winning streak. Today they bring that same aggressive energy to Target Field. If their bats stay this hot, the Twins' pitchers are in for a long afternoon. The Cardinals proved yesterday they can hit in bunches and hurt you fast.

The Twins have problems on the mound right now. Bailey Ober got hurt and won't pitch for two weeks. Cole Sands is still recovering from a forearm strain. Mick Abel needs more rehab starts before he returns. Kendry Rojas just started throwing off the mound again. The Twins' rotation is missing several key arms when they need them most. Minnesota sits at 32-40 and lost their last game. Today they start Taj Bradley, who has a 6.59 ERA this season. The Cardinals' hot bats are about to test a thin pitching staff. This matchup could be rough for the Twins.

The Cardinals send Michael McGreevy to the mound for St. Louis. McGreevy is part of a young pitching staff trying to prove itself. The Cardinals need their starters to deliver in big moments. St. Louis doesn't have a proven ace, so every pitcher matters. Matthew Liberatore and Dustin May are also expected to carry big loads. The Cardinals' success rides on development and getting solid starts. McGreevy has a chance to help his team stay hot against Minnesota. If he pitches well, St. Louis keeps building momentum. The Twins' banged-up rotation might struggle to keep up with the Cardinals' attack.