Since his call-up on July 7, Cardinals prospect J.J. Wetherholt has dominated Triple-A pitching, posting a remarkable .379 batting average with four home runs in just eight games. This stellar performance has solidified his status as a top prospect, and with injuries plaguing the current shortstop Masyn Winn, Wetherholt's MLB debut could be imminent.

Winn, who has been productive, recently revealed knee issues that might force the Cardinals to reconsider his ongoing role. The team is struggling, losing five out of six games, and may prioritize the long-term health of their players over immediate results. If Winn's condition doesn't improve, Wetherholt is poised to take advantage of the situation as early as August.