Báez’s Rookie Strategy | MLB News

The Cardinals are juggling urgency and strategy with their top prospect, Joshua Báez—a 23-year-old power hitter crushing Triple-A with 32 homers and 84 RBIs. While he’s ready for the majors, the team may delay his call-up to preserve his rookie eligibility for 2027, potentially earning a draft bonus and Rookie of the Year contention. With no playoff pressure this season, they’re playing the long game—letting Báez stay down in Triple-A just long enough to keep his 2027 rookie status intact. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/fad127f9d95605f3