Shaun McAvoy

Shaun McAvoy

Joined: Jul 1, 2026

Shaun McAvoy is a freelance writer with experience working with Newsweek, NESN, The Sporting News and SportsNet Pittsburgh. Shaun is a Boston-area native, growing up in Billerica, Massachusetts, and graduating from Merrimack College with a degree in Sports Management and Communications and Media. Shaun is a massive Star Wars, Marvel and DC fan.

Sep 23, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; St. Louis Cardinals right fielder Jordan Walker (18) enters the dugout prior to the game against the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

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Sep 5, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; St. Louis Cardinals pitcher Matthew Liberatore (32) reacts after a wild pitch scores a run for the Colorado Rockies during the fifth inning at Coors Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

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Jun 20, 2026; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees relief pitcher Ryan Yarbrough (33) pitches in the eighth inning against the Cincinnati Reds at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

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Sep 23, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; St. Louis Cardinals president of baseball operations Chaim Bloom in the dugout before the game against the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

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Sep 26, 2026; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; St. Louis Cardinals first baseman Alec Burleson (41) reacts after hitting a solo home run in the third inning against the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images

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The St. Louis Cardinals have to make an important contract decision for one of their top contributors during the offseason.

Sep 27, 2026; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; St. Louis Cardinals looks on after losing their last regular season game to the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images

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With the St. Louis Cardinals' season officially over, it's time to look ahead to next year and what the team needs.

Sep 5, 2023; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; A detailed view of the hat and glove of St. Louis Cardinals second baseman Nolan Gorman (not pictured) before a game against the Atlanta Braves at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

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The St. Louis Cardinals appear to be ahead of schedule in their rebuild, primarily due to their young core's impressive performance this year.

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With the St. Louis Cardinals already eliminated from playoff contention, it's time to look ahead to how the team can improve in the offseason.

Aug 15, 2015; St. Louis, MO, USA; A detailed view of a baseball glove and St. Louis Cardinals hat in the dugout during the game between the Cardinals and the Miami Marlins at Busch Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports

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The St. Louis Cardinals were surprisingly successful this season, but their second-half falloff made a few of the team's needs crystal clear.

Sep 16, 2026; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; San Francisco Giants center fielder Jonah Cox (53) safely steals third base in the third inning as St. Louis Cardinals third baseman Nolan Gorman (16) waits on the throw at Busch Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Vizer-Imagn Images

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The St. Louis Cardinals have a few gaps in their lineup, and with the lack of production at third base this year, it's unclear who will man the hot corner.

Sep 7, 2026; San Francisco, California, USA; St. Louis Cardinals first baseman Alec Burleson (41) jogs to the dugout after hitting a solo home run against San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Logan Webb (not pictured) during the sixth inning at Oracle Park. Mandatory Credit: John Hefti-Imagn Images

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Though the St. Louis Cardinals were eliminated from playoff contention, there are still things at stake in the final week of the regular season.

Sep 5, 2023; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; A detailed view of the hat and glove of St. Louis Cardinals second baseman Nolan Gorman (not pictured) before a game against the Atlanta Braves at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

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As the St. Louis Cardinals close out the season and look ahead to next year, one young hurler has continued to stand out.

Sep 5, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; St. Louis Cardinals pitcher Matthew Liberatore (32) reacts after a wild pitch scores a run for the Colorado Rockies during the fifth inning at Coors Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

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The St. Louis Cardinals' veteran hurler has struggled this season, making it uncertain whether he'll keep his spot in the rotation next season.

Sep 6, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; St. Louis Cardinals relief pitcher Cooper Hjerpe (56) delivers a pitch in the fourth inning against the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

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The St. Louis Cardinals rookie made history in his debut on Sunday, going four innings without allowing a single base runner.

Sep 5, 2023; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; A detailed view of the hat and glove of St. Louis Cardinals second baseman Nolan Gorman (not pictured) before a game against the Atlanta Braves at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

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Plenty of young players have made their debut for the St. Louis Cardinals this season, but a few have stood out for exceptional performances.

Aug 17, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Quinn Matthews (60) pitches against the Cincinnati Reds in the second inning at Great American Ball Park. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images

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The St. Louis Cardinals' starting rotation has a couple of spots open next season, especially after Hunter Dobbins' injury.