The St. Louis Cardinals have enjoyed favorable draft positions in recent years, securing top 10 picks and selecting shortstop J.J. Wetherholt, a standout from West Virginia. Wetherholt's stellar performance in the minor leagues has led to his recent call-up to Triple-A Memphis, where he has excelled with five home runs and nine RBIs over just 15 games. With Nolan Arenado sidelined due to injury, speculation surrounds Wetherholt potentially stepping up as a capable replacement. As the Cardinals' postseason hopes dwindle in a challenging 2025 season, giving Wetherholt a shot at the majors seems like a strategic move.