BREAKING: The St. Louis Cardinals have placed shortstop Masyn Winn on the 10-day injured list due to a severe knee injury that will end his season. This urgent decision was confirmed by Cardinals manager Oliver Marmol on Saturday, following a diagnosis of a torn meniscus in Winn’s right knee.
Winn, who is set to seek a second opinion, is expected to undergo arthroscopic surgery within the next two weeks. The 23-year-old infielder, who had been struggling with knee pain for weeks, expressed his disappointment, stating, “I was hoping after three days off that it would feel a lot better… it was really tough to swing, and really tough to take groundballs.”
To fill the gap left by Winn, the Cardinals recalled infielder José Fermín from Triple-A Memphis. This marks another setback for Winn, who had already been placed on the IL earlier this season due to knee issues.
Winn’s performance this year was promising; he batted .253 with nine home runs and 51 RBIs, showcasing his elite defensive skills. He tied with Bobby Witt Jr. of the Kansas City Royals for the most outs above average in the majors, committing only three errors in 501 chances. “He’s the best shortstop in the game,” said Marmol, emphasizing Winn’s importance to the team.
This injury not only impacts Winn’s current season but raises concerns about his readiness for the upcoming spring training in February. Fans and teammates alike are rallying around him as he prepares for surgery and recovery.
As the Cardinals gear up for the remainder of the season, all eyes will be on Winn’s rehabilitation process, with hopes that he returns to full strength in time for the next season. Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story.