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Cardinals Legend Lance Lynn Shares Solution to Strengthen Starting Rotation

The St. Louis Cardinals have accumulated a lot of pitching depth in a very short amount of time. Their 2026 season can largely be considered a success despite the team going 77-85 and missing the postseason for the fourth consecutive…

Published: Wednesday, 30 September 2026 at 4:30 PM
Cardinals Legend Lance Lynn Shares Solution to Strengthen Starting Rotation
Key Things to Know
  • Lance Lynn stated that the Cardinals must add two top-end starters to build an elite, championship-caliber rotation.
  • The Cardinals relied on starting pitching depth this season from Kyle Leahy, Andre Pallante, and Michael McGreevy.
  • Curt Bishop argues the franchise is unlikely to pursue top free agents like Tarik Skubal or Sonny Gray.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Former St. Louis Cardinals pitcher Lance Lynn stated that the team requires two frontline starters to transition from a quality rotation to an elite, playoff-caliber unit. While pitchers like Kyle Leahy, Andre Pallante, and Michael McGreevy provided solid depth, Lynn emphasized that true World Series contenders depend on top-tier pitching talent.

Curt Bishop writes that acquiring elite starters through free agency is unlikely due to financial limitations and executive Chaim Bloom's organizational philosophy. Consequently, Bishop argues that St. Louis must develop internal prospects like Liam Doyle and Tanner Franklin to fulfill Lynn's blueprint.

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