Ryan Vilade sent to minors Sunday

by Bruno Mulé | Cardinals Correspondent | Mon, Mar 17th 3:39pm EDT

The Cardinals reassigned Ryan Vilade to minor-league camp Sunday, per team updates, part of a 12-player cut ahead of Opening Day, after a stint with the Tigers last year. (St. Louis Cardinals)

INF Michael Helman, INF Thomas Saggese and OF Matt Koperniak have been optioned to Memphis (AAA).

The following players have been re-assigned to minor league camp: RHPs Michael Gomez and Andre Granillo, Cs Gavin Collins, Wade Stauss, Chance Sisco and Yohel Pozo, INFs César…
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Fantasy Impact:

Vilade, with a .178/.208/.244 line over 17 games for the Tigers in 2024, heads to Triple-A Memphis after Sunday’s Cardinals roster trim. The 26-year-old utility player’s bat struggled last season. Fantasy managers in deep dynasty leagues might stash him, hoping his versatility sparks a midseason call-up if St. Louis needs infield or outfield depth.

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