What happened: The Cardinals issued a public call urging fans to cast All-Star Game votes for Jordan Walker. The push continues St. Louis's organized campaign to get the young slugger onto the 2026 roster.

Why it matters: An All-Star nod would mark a milestone for Walker amid a strong 2026 campaign, and a fan-vote berth raises the franchise's national profile during the midseason spotlight. It builds on the team's ongoing push to get Jordan Walker an All-Star bid.

What to watch: Watch the All-Star vote totals as the balloting window closes to see whether Walker secures enough fan support to earn a spot.