That’s not a suggestion to move Cardinals manager Mike Shildt to the hot seat. But would a significant lineup shakeup alter the Earth’s axis? Some stirring of the pot might do some good. A team that presented the phrase “2019 matters” and Twitter tag line of “Time to Fly” does not seem to be living up to its slogans. Watching postseason hockey reminds us the Cardinals have not played the baseball version since 2015.
The biggest problem is the pitching. The rotation is approaching its 10th turn. Jack Flaherty’s 4.19 ERA is the best of the staff. Every one of the five has already allowed at least eight home runs.