PT TODAY: With Wacha down, STL rotation turns young

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Cardinals | Michael Wacha goes to DL
St. Louis Cardinals SP Michael Wacha (shoulder) was placed on the 15-day disabled list Tuesday, Aug. 9, with right shoulder inflammation.  Source: MLBRosterMoves
 
BHQ take: According to reports out of St. Louis, Wacha may not return this season and his future as a starter may also be in question. His misfortune means that the Cards are calling up two of their top pitching prospects. Alex Reyes will be the first to join St.Louis. According to BaseballHQ.com, he's the Cards' top prospect and the #3 overall midseason prospect. He will be used out of the bullpen at least for...

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