Cardinals Believe Ivan Herrera Showed He Can Handle Catcher

St. Louis Cardinals president of baseball operations Chaim Bloom stated that Ivan Herrera proved he can handle catching duties after catching over 50 games this season. Bloom praised Herrera's mental and physical preparation following a disappointing Cardinals season that concluded with a 9-15 record in September.

Despite Bloom's praise, the Cardinals face a surplus at catcher following the strong debut of Leonardo Bernal and other catching prospects. Bloom emphasized that keeping Herrera's bat in the lineup remains a priority, potentially positioning him as a primary designated hitter or utility player moving forward.