In case you haven’t heard the news yet, both Michael Girsch and Randy Flores were given contract extensions yesterday. When I say given, what I really mean, is earned because both figures have played crucial roles in keeping the Cardinals consistently competitive.
It’s harder to analyze what Girsch has brought to the organization since he works under and with Mozeliak, but Flores’s contributions are easier to identify. And he’s made quite a few contributions in the draft.
Let’s recap some of his best picks.
2016 - Dylan Carlson (Comp A), Dakota Hudson (Comp A), Zac Gallen (3rd Round), Tommy Edman (6th Round)
That’s a 2-3 WAR starting outfielder with the potential for more, a starting pitcher with a career 3.