Cardinals Shuffle Bullpen After Núñez Release | St. Louis Cardinals News

The Cardinals made some tough but necessary moves in their minor league system, releasing 24-year-old pitcher Edwin Núñez after six years — despite his 100 mph fastball, he struggled with control and walked too many batters. In his place, they brought back Jared Shuster, promoted Nolan Sparks, and acquired Trey Pooser from Tampa Bay. Meanwhile, top prospect Brandon Clarke is heating up on a rehab assignment, touching 103 mph — a sign of things to come for St. Louis as they keep reshuffling talent in search of their next big arm. 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/3e491783a6f5a04c