Major League Baseball's Spring Breakout series has quickly become a fan favorite, offering a tantalizing glimpse into the future of the sport. This annual event showcases top prospects from each club, and the excitement is set to ramp up next year with the introduction of a tournament format.
The St. Louis Cardinals have unveiled their 27-man roster for the upcoming contest against the Washington Nationals, and it's brimming with talent. Headlining the list are promising prospects like JJ Wetherholt, Liam Doyle, Rainiel Rodriguez, Joshua Baez, and Leonardo Bernal.
For Cardinals fans, this Spring Breakout game is a golden opportunity to see the rising stars who could soon be making waves in the major leagues. The game will be freely accessible on the MLB app and MLB.com at 3:30 PM CT/4:30 PM ET, with Greg Amsinger and Sam Dykstra providing commentary. Amsinger, a familiar face from MLB Network, and Dykstra, known for his prospect analysis with MLB Pipeline, will guide viewers through the action.
JJ Wetherholt, expected to be the Cardinals' Opening Day second baseman, is the standout prospect to watch. But he's not the only one turning heads.
Joshua Baez and Rainiel Rodriguez have impressed in camp with their powerful bats. Rodriguez also boasts an exciting hit tool, while Baez's speed and defensive prowess in the outfield make him a player to watch as he eyes a potential 2026 debut.
Other intriguing position players include Leonardo Bernal, Jack Gurevitch, Deniel Ortiz, Colton Ledbetter, Ryan Mitchell, Tai Peete, and Jesus Baez. Each brings something unique to the table, making this year's roster particularly captivating.
On the mound, Liam Doyle, the Cardinals' fifth overall pick in the 2025 MLB Draft, leads the charge. His former University of Tennessee teammate, Tanner Franklin, is another pitcher to keep an eye on. Yhoiker Fajardo and Mason Burns round out a group of pitchers who promise to deliver some exciting moments.
Adding a touch of nostalgia, former Cardinals reliever Jason Isringhausen will manage the game, with Adam Wainwright stepping in as a guest coach.
Here's the full roster for the Cardinals' Spring Breakout game:
Catchers (3)
- Leonardo Bernal
- Rainiel Rodriguez
- Ryan Campos
Infielders (10)
- Jesus Baez
- Jalin Flores
- Jon Jon Glazer
- Jack Gurevitch
- Blaze Jordan
- Josh Kross
- Cade McGee
- Noah Mendlinger
- Deniel Ortiz
- JJ Wetherholt
Outfielders (6)
- Joshua Baez
- Travis Honeyman
- Colton Ledbetter
- Zach Levenson
- Ryan Mitchell
- Tai Peete
Pitchers (8)
- RHP Tyler Bradt
- RHP Mason Burns
- LHP Liam Doyle
- RHP Yhoiker Fajardo
- RHP Tanner Franklin
- RHP Jovi Galvez
- RHP Jason Savacool
- LHP Michael Watson
This lineup promises to deliver an exciting showcase of young talent, giving fans a chance to see the potential future stars of the Cardinals in action.