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Scouting Report
Updated May 20, 2026
Jared Shuster, 27-year-old left-handed pitcher and former Atlanta Braves first-round pick (2020), has been designated for assignment by the St. Louis Cardinals for the second time in 2026. After clearing waivers, he was outrighted to Triple-A Memphis. In four MLB appearances this season, Shuster posted a 2.35 ERA and 1.17 WHIP over 7.2 innings, but has struggled at the Triple-A level with a 7.25 ERA over the past two seasons. The Cardinals made this move to activate reliever Matt Pushard from the injured list.
Strengths
- + Solid 2.35 ERA in MLB appearances (4 games, 7.2 IP)
- + Low 1.17 WHIP in major league action
- + First-round draft pick with pedigree
- + Cleared waivers and retained by organization
- + Left-handed pitcher (valuable commodity)
Weaknesses
- - Designated for assignment twice in 2026 season
- - Poor Triple-A performance: 7.25 ERA over past two seasons
- - Lack of consistency between levels
- - Out of minor league options
- - Organizational preference for other bullpen options (Pushard)
- - Career trajectory concerns despite high draft status
About
Jared Shuster is a rp for the St Louis Cardinals.
Player Overview
Position
RP
Team
St Louis Cardinals