What happened: Jordan Walker currently leads Major League Baseball in RBI, MLB's own account highlighted Saturday as part of his breakout 2026 campaign. The recognition places him among the game's top run producers at this point in the season.

Why it matters: Walker's ascent follows a mechanical overhaul that fueled his production surge, and it comes on the heels of the same Jordan Walker whose Home Run Derby title the Cardinals are commemorating with a giveaway. Leading the majors in RBI marks a significant statement for a player who entered the season looking to establish himself as an everyday middle-of-the-order bat.

What to watch: Walker heads into the second half looking to hold the RBI lead as the Cardinals continue their push through the schedule.