There’s a type of pitching that’s always in demand.
“I know I’m going to be a part of a trade, (so) I just want to show that I’ve been pitching well … and maybe play for a contender and play in October,” Quintana said. “If I’m pitching good maybe I get that chance.”
He’s earned it, and the Cardinals are set to give it.
With his 11th consecutive superb outing since coming to the Cardinals via trade, Quintana positioned himself for a prominent role in the playoff rotation. The lefty allowed one run and struck out seven in five innings Wednesday night against Milwaukee in a 5-1 loss at American Family Field.