ST. LOUIS -- A look at the past and present would suggest that by late July, the Cardinals will be in the market for pitching help. It's what they've acquired in six of the seven moves made within 10 days of the non-waiver Trade Deadline since Mike Matheny became manager, and concerns about the durability of some of their current relievers hint that holes may arise.
But perhaps this time, the Cardinals can find relief from within.
Not only do the Cardinals have a crop of young pitchers performing well for Triple-A Memphis, but they have a veteran who refuses to accept this as a season missed.