Michael Siani returns Friday to center field

by Bruno Mulé | Cardinals Correspondent | Fri, Mar 21st 9:18am EDT

Michael Siani (illness) will start in center field and bat leadoff in Friday’s split-squad game against the Mets, per team updates, back after a week sidelined by illness. (John Denton)

No Nolan Arenado or Nolan Gorman in either split-squad game for the #STLCards today. They play at home vs. the #Astros and on the road against the #Mets. pic.twitter.com/NMqcNTTsD4
— John Denton (@JohnDenton555) March 21, 2025

Fantasy Impact:

Siani’s 4-for-40 spring clip in 13 games lags Victor Scott’s 1.133 OPS, but he resumes Friday in the Cardinals’ center field battle during split-squad play versus the Mets. His glove stands out. Fantasy managers in deep dynasty leagues should stash him, expecting the 25-year-old’s speed to snag steals or a platoon role in St. Louis’ 2025 outfield if he outshines Scott.

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