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Cardinals Rumors: Jon Lester is open to returning in 2022

Jon Lester (34) reacts against the Chicago White Sox during the first inning at Guaranteed Rate Field. Mandatory Credit: Mike Dinovo-USA TODAY Sports

Jon Lester is open to returning to the St. Louis Cardinals in 2022.

When the St. Louis Cardinals acquired Jon Lester, the immediate reaction was “Huh?” and utter confusion. The move to acquire Lester, a pitcher in his upper 30s and had struggled in 2021, made little sense.

But Lester has emerged as one of the Cardinals’ most dependable pitchers since being acquired on July 30, posting a 4.30 ERA in eight starts.