Kramer Robertson takes a swing during the Springfield Cardinals 9-2 loss to the Frisco Rough Riders at Hammons Field on Monday, April 29, 2019. Cardinals12
The deadline to protect players from the Rule 5 draft is November 20th. Which talented young players do the St. Louis Cardinals need to make room for?
Before any big splashes are made this offseason, the St. Louis Cardinals have some roster maneuvering to do. Every winter, certain minor leaguers become eligible for the Rule 5 draft. Based on age and service time, teams must place any eligible players on the 40-man roster before the deadline in order to avoid losing that player to another team.