GIOVANNY GALLEGOS NEWS

Blows first save Gallegos (0-1) blew his first save of the season Monday in a 5-2 loss to the Mets, coughing up four runs on four hits in two-thirds of an inning.

Impact Entering the game to begin the ninth inning with the Cardinals nursing a 2-0 lead, Gallegos saw Nolan Arenado sail a throw on what could have been the third out but instead was ruled an infield single by Mark Canha. Jeff McNeil then doubled, and Dominic Smith brought both home by beating Gallegos to the bag after Paul Goldschmidt fielded his scorching grounder deep behind first base. It was a tough way for Gallegos to blow his first save in five tries and eventually take the loss, but the right-hander's ratios coming out of Monday are deceptive -- his 6.43 ERA on the season would drop to 1.29 if Canha's hit were scored an error on Arenado instead.

APRIL 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Arenado's error helps Mets stun Cards 5-2 with 5 runs in 9th

Pinch-hitter Dominic Smith hustled for an infield single that drove in two pivotal runs, and the New York Mets capitalized on an uncharacteristic error by Gold Glove third baseman...

APRIL 26, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Allows run in fourth save Gallegos earned the save Saturday against the Reds after giving up a run on two hits during the ninth inning. He didn't strike out or walk a batter.

Impact The 30-year-old surrendered his first run of the season on a single, a double and a wild pitch, but he fortunately entered with a three-run cushion and still finished out the save. Its Gallegos' fourth save in as many chances this season, and he's given up one run on four hits with a 5:2 K:BB across 6.1 innings.

APRIL 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Collects third save Gallegos gave up a hit and a walk while striking out two in a scoreless ninth inning Wednesday to record his third save of the season in a 2-0 win over the Marlins.

Impact There was some concern in the spring whether Gallegos would have to share save opportunities for the Cardinals this season or be the team's primary closer, but he's answered those questions decisively through the first couple weeks. The 30-year-old right-hander has yet to allow a run over five appearances, converting all three of his save chances and posting a 5:2 K:BB over 5.1 innings.

APRIL 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Arenado's 2-run HR in 9th gives Cards 2-0 win over Marlins

Nolan Arenado hit a two-run home run in the top of ninth inning and the St. Louis Cardinals beat the Miami Marlins 2-0

APRIL 21, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Pujols paces Cardinals, helps Wainwright in win over Marlins

Albert Pujols had two hits and scored twice as the St. Louis Cardinals beat the Miami Marlins 5-1

APRIL 20, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Notches second save Gallegos converted a save against the Brewers on Saturday, allowing one hit and striking out one over 1.1 scoreless innings.

Impact After Milwaukee scored its first run with two outs in the bottom of the eighth inning, Gallegos was brought in to finish that frame and close things out in the ninth. The right-hander allowed a single to start off the final inning but escaped with the save by inducing a popout followed by a double play. Gallegos has converted both of his save chances on the season and has yet to allow a run through 3.1 innings.

APRIL 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Matz bounces back to help Cardinals edge Brewers 2-1

Steven Matz pitched 5 2/3 shutout innings and combined with three relievers on a five-hitter as the St. Louis Cardinals edged the Milwaukee Brewers 2-1

APRIL 17, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Converts first save Gallegos pitched a perfect inning to earn the save in Tuesday's 6-5 win over the Royals.

Impact Gallegos received his first save chance of the year and got through it without drama. The 30-year-old right-hander isn't the Cardinals' official closer, but he's one of their more proven high-leverage arms with 19 saves and 44 holds to his name over the last three campaigns. Tuesday was his second appearance of the season after a scoreless inning in a non-save situation last Saturday versus the Pirates.

APRIL 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Pujols homers, gets 3 hits to propel Cards past Royals 6-5

Albert Pujols homered for the first time since returning to St. Louis and Andrew Knizner hit a three-run shot as the Cardinals defeated the Kansas City Royals 6-5

APRIL 13, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Arenado, Cardinals minus ill manager Marmol beat Pirates 6-2

Nolan Arenado hit three doubles and a single, Paul DeJong homered and the St. Louis Cardinals beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 6-2

APRIL 9, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Team may go with committee The Cardinals have been tinkering with the idea of having a fluid bullpen free of defined roles, so there are a handful of pitchers who could get saves in addition to Gallegos, Joh...

Impact It sounds like Jordan Hicks, Genesis Cabrera and Ryan Helsley could all get opportunities in the ninth inning. There is no direct quote here from the brass, but apparently manager Oliver Marmol, pitching coach Mike Maddux and the front office are on the same page in trying to utilize an approach where pitchers are called upon because of favorable matchups and their top pitches instead of set schedules. Gallegos is clearly the team's best reliever, so he retains the most fantasy value, even in a committee; however, fantasy managers shouldn't be banking on 30-plus saves from him this season.

MARCH 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Inks deal for 2022 Gallegos signed a one-year, $2.41 million contract with the Cardinals on Tuesday to avoid arbitration, Katie Woo of The Athletic reports.

Impact Gallegos had 14 saves in 22 chances and 24 holds with 3.02 ERA, 0.88 WHIP and 95:20 K:BB over 80.1 innings last season, leading to a strong salary number in his first year of arbitration eligibility. The 30-year-old was a dominant closer down the stretch in 2021, but he may open this season in a closing committee with Genesis Cabrera.

MARCH 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Cards RHP Flaherty to miss start of season, Reyes ailing

St. Louis Cardinals pitcher Jack Flaherty will miss the start of the season and there’s no timetable for his return after he received a platelet-rich plasma injection in his ailing...

MARCH 18, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Set to arrive at camp Gallegos (personal) is expected to arrive at spring training Thursday and will join the full team Friday, Katie Woo of The Athletic reports.

Impact Gallegos was delayed slightly for personal reasons, but it appears it won't cost him more than a week of camp. The 30-year-old right-hander is expected to be part of the Cardinals' closer committee this season, though Alex Reyes (shoulder) and Genesis Cabrera also expected to see some save opportunities initially.

MARCH 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Flaherty to seek 2nd medical opinion on ailing shoulder

St. Louis Cardinals right-hander Jack Flaherty will seek a second medical opinion on his ailing pitching shoulder

MARCH 17, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Flaherty, Reyes unlikely to be ready for Cardinals' opener

Shoulder issues will likely keep pitchers Jack Flaherty and Alex Reyes from being available for the St. Louis Cardinals’ opener against Pittsburgh on April 7

MARCH 16, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Could begin year in committee Manager Oliver Marmol said Wednesday that the Cardinals' pitching staff likely wouldn't have a set closer to begin the regular season, putting Gallegos' initial role into some doub...

Impact Gallegos has been absent from the first few days of camp due to personal reasons, but he isn't expected to be away from the team long. It's worth noting that the Cardinals have also expressed interest in a committee-based approach in past seasons, but a closer has usually emerged among the team's pitching staff. Gallegos seems to be the top candidates to receive saves, but Alex Reyes (shoulder) and Genesis Cabrera should also be in the mix for ninth-inning work.

MARCH 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Cardinals C Yadier Molina misses start of spring training

St. Louis Cardinals catcher Yadier Molina will be a late arrival for what could be his final spring training

MARCH 14, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Brief delay for personal reasons Gallegos wasn't available for the start of camp due to personal reasons, Derrick Goold of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports.

Impact Gallegos' delay isn't expected to last long, though it's not clear exactly when he's supposed to return. As long as he arrives in time to build up for Opening Day, he should have the inside track for the closer role in St. Louis.

MARCH 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Cardinals mailbag, part 2: Dark-horse trade candidates, Giovanny Gallegos' role, Matthew Liberatore's readiness Questions about why the Cardinals didn't target a top-tier shortstop before the lockout and more were addressed in part 2 of this mailbag.

FEBRUARY 28, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM