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Scouting Report
Updated May 19, 2026
Matt Svanson, 27-year-old Cardinals reliever, was dominant in 2025 with a 1.94 ERA and 208 ERA+ across 60.1 innings. However, his 2026 season has seen a significant decline in performance. His signature pitch - a sinker that was used 35% of the time in 2025 - has dropped to just 26% usage in 2026. This adjustment has been criticized as questionable, and Svanson has struggled to maintain his previous form. The article indicates he is missing his best weapon and needs to rediscover his primary pitch to return to success.
Strengths
- + Dominant 2025 season with 1.94 ERA
- + 1.9 WAR as a reliever without recording saves
- + ERA+ of 208 in 2025
- + Acquired in trade for Paul DeJong in 2023
- + Burst onto scene in 2024 with 2.69 ERA in Double-A
Weaknesses
- - Significant performance decline in 2026
- - Sinker usage dropped from 35% to 26%
- - Inconsistent production in 2026
- - Questionable pitch adjustment strategy
- - Loss of chase rate on pitches
- - Unable to draw out batsmen effectively
About
Matt Svanson is a rp for the St Louis Cardinals.
Player Overview
Position
RP
Team
St Louis Cardinals