Wetherholt Extends History of Non-Roster Camp Invitees Making the Cardinals

March 31, 2026 Brian Walton

Over the last 15 years, 15 long shots made the St. Louis Cardinals’ Opening Day roster despite arriving in camp without a 40-man roster spot. Brian Walton profiles all 15, including the most recent to achieve it, second baseman JJ Wetherholt.

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