PT TOMORROW: NL Central—Wacha returns to St. Louis rotation

St. Louis Cardinals

Michael Wacha (RHP, STL) returned from the disabled list to start September 4, and is expected to remain in the rotation for the rest of the season. He had been out since mid-June with a shoulder injury, and pitched just two innings in his lone rehab appearance, so it will take a few starts to get his pitch count up. That being said, he could potentially provide a massive upgrade on a rotation spot that has been a problem area in his absence.

Marco Gonzales (LHP, STL) fared well in his most recent start, as he held the Cubs to one run in six innings of work. The left-hander induced just one ground ball in that outing, though, and would have been a risky option against a Milwaukee team that can stack the lineup with...

Almost!

You’re just a few clicks away from accessing this feature and hundreds more throughout the year that have a singular goal in mind: Winning your league. Subscribe to BaseballHQ.com here!

Already a subscriber? Sign in here

More From PT Tomorrow

Can Jac Caglianone or Isaac Collins give the Royals a productive OF? Plus, looks at the CHW rotation, rookie hitters in Cleveland, the potential impact of Kevin McGonigle in DET, and the Twins bullpen.
Feb 19 2026 3:08am
As we enter spring training, what are some of the major questions for the AL West?
Feb 18 2026 3:08am
Chandler Simpson headlines a crowded outfield competition in Tampa Bay. Plus, an abundance of options are fighting to round out Boston's rotation, and more.
Feb 17 2026 3:05am
With Spring Training games starting this week, questions abound as fresh faces and new issues present themselves in camp, including SP and SS in ATL, RF in MIA & PHI, SS at NYM, 1B at WAS, and more.
Feb 16 2026 3:11am
The NL West has plenty of prospects to be excited about, but finding playing time has been difficult so far. Will their fortunes change in 2026?
Feb 12 2026 3:03am

Tools