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Scouting Report
Updated May 15, 2026
JJ Wetherholt, the 23-year-old Cardinals shortstop/second baseman and 7th overall pick from the 2024 draft, is establishing himself as a legitimate National League Rookie of the Year contender through strong power production and overall offensive contributions. Despite a .246 season batting average and struggles in May (.200 AVG), he has demonstrated legitimate power potential with 8 home runs through mid-May 2026.
Strengths
- + Emerging Rookie of the Year contender
- + Recent power surge with 8 home runs
- + Elite contact skills and plate discipline
- + Strong early season performance in first 41 games
- + 2-for-4 performance with 2-run homer on May 13, 2026
Weaknesses
- - Low batting average (.246 overall, .200 in May)
- - Inconsistent contact despite power potential
- - Small stature (5'10") may limit long-term power ceiling
- - Early season struggles with consistency
About
J.J. Wetherholt is a shortstop for the St Louis Cardinals.
Player Overview
Position
SS
Team
St Louis Cardinals