César Prieto recalled as JJ Wetherholt goes on 10-day IL

Wetherholt is sidelined by right wrist tendinitis

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Aug 311 min read

INF César Prieto has been recalled from Memphis (AAA). INF JJ Wetherholt has been placed on the 10-day IL (right wrist Via @Cardinals on X

What happened: Prieto joins the roster from Memphis, the Triple-A affiliate. Wetherholt was placed on the 10-day injured list with right wrist tendinitis.

Why it matters: Wetherholt carried a 4.9 bWAR season into the injury. Prieto provides another infield option during the roster change.

By the numbers: Wetherholt had 4.9 bWAR and a 22 fielding run value entering the IL stint.

What to watch: Prieto is available following the recall. Wetherholt's return depends on his wrist recovery.

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