There are over 50 St. Louis Cardinals players who wear the jersery when spring training opens in mid February. By the end of March, there can only be 25 players that make the plane to St. Louis with the big team to open the season. Some go to the minors while others get sent home or elsewhere.
A session that is designed to create a circus of hope can end in a setback, progression or a hold steady pattern for players ranging from 20 years old to 35 years old. There are no guarantees. Talent and opportunity carry the reigns in spring training for Major League baseball players.