"Zach Plesac, after a challenging 2024 season, has signed a minor league deal with the Cardinals, looking to revive his baseball career with Triple-A Memphis."
"Despite a rough patch in the majors, Plesac showcased his potential in the Atlantic League, posting a 2.84 ERA which caught the attention of the Cardinals."
"St. Louis has maintained excellent rotation health this season, having only used six starters, but may return to a six-man rotation due to a busy schedule ahead."
"With a hectic schedule approaching and potential fatigue worries affecting Liberatore, the Cardinals may consider calling up pitching prospect Michael McGreevy to bolster the rotation."
Zach Plesac has returned to affiliated baseball after signing a minor league contract with the St. Louis Cardinals, assigned to Triple-A Memphis. The right-handed pitcher had performed well in the Atlantic League, demonstrating his skills with a 2.84 ERA and a notable strikeout rate. Plesac is striving to recover from a disappointing season with the Angels, in which he struggled in both MLB and Triple-A. The Cardinals currently enjoy rotation stability, having used only six starters, but upcoming schedule pressures could prompt a shift in strategy, potentially involving a six-man rotation.
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