Donovan homered to pad the Cardinals' early lead and contributed across the night, illustrating his multi-faceted offensive approach and keeping St. Louis ahead as Milwaukee mounted its comeback.

Donovan’s injury tightens the Cardinals’ infield and removes a top table-setter from the lineup, increasing reliance on other bats to drive runs and maintain top-of-order production. His absence heightens risk in daily rosters but could unlock opportunities for fill-ins to capitalize in favorable matchups.

Brendan Donovan is the Cardinals' lone All-Star this season, posting a .750 OPS and 9 homers in 110 games. In an approaching arbitration, he could be moved for a quality prospect or a mid-rotation starter to jump-start the Cardinals' rebuild; his value sits between solid role player and upside asset.

Donovan's rehab progress informs infield depth as the Cardinals navigate injuries and roster churn.

Donovan provides versatile eligibility across 2B/3B/SS/OF with a solid .279 average and standout on-base walk profile. His return from groin-related IL status could coincide with a healthier Cardinals lineup, boosting both contact and runs-scored potential in the final stretch. He’s rost ered in about 59% of leagues, making him a relatively available stash in many formats.