Matt Svanson - MLB News, Rumors, & Updates

Rough start to season Svanson has been charged with six runs while recording just three outs across his first two appearances of the season.

Impact Svanson pitched the sixth inning with a two-run lead in the opener and the ninth inning with a four-run advantage in Saturday's win over the Rays. In the latter contest, Ryne Stanek had been warming up for a save chance before the Cardinals extended their lead and turned to Svanson. He was pulled mid-inning and charged with three runs in both outings. The usage for Svanson hasn't been favorable, but he's also been very unlucky, sporting a .625 BABIP despite a 12.5 percent hard-hit rate. Fantasy managers with precious roster spots might be forced to cut Svanson, but there's still lots to be sorted out in the St. Louis bullpen.

6 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

In mix to close games Svanson is expected to be in the mix to close games for the Cardinals this season, Derrick Goold of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports.

Impact Manager Oliver Marmol has indicated that he doesn't plan to name a closer heading into the season but expects the situation to "solve itself." Svanson did not record a save during his excellent rookie season, but he was particularly dominant in the second half with a 1.05 ERA and 44:12 K:BB over 34.1 innings. Riley O'Brien, JoJo Romero and Ryne Stanek are also among the candidates to see saves in St. Louis.

MARCH 10 • ROTOWIRE

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NOVEMBER 9, 2025 • STLTODAY.COM

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SEPTEMBER 17, 2025 • Associated Press

Having dominant second half Svanson struck out three over 1.2 scoreless innings to pick up a hold in Sunday's win over the Giants.

Impact Svanson has quietly had a terrific rookie season in the Cardinals' bullpen and has been particularly dominant in the second half, collecting a 0.74 ERA, 0.86 WHIP and 30:9 K:BB over 24.1 innings. The 26-year-old is earning more and more high-leverage opportunities, having picked up four holds over his last seven appearances.

SEPTEMBER 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Underrated Cardinals reliever is making a case for expanded role in 2026 bullpen Matt Svanson's amazing August earned him some recognition among the league's best relievers

SEPTEMBER 4, 2025 • REDBIRDRANTS.COM

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SEPTEMBER 3, 2025 • Associated Press

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SEPTEMBER 3, 2025 • STLTODAY.COM

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AUGUST 19, 2025 • Associated Press

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AUGUST 17, 2025 • SI.COM

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AUGUST 9, 2025 • Associated Press

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AUGUST 2, 2025 • STLTODAY.COM

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JULY 29, 2025 • Associated Press

Rejoins big-league bullpen The Cardinals recalled Svanson from Triple-A Memphis on Monday.

Impact Svanson has pitched well during his opportunities in the Cardinals' bullpen, collecting a 3.12 ERA and 24:8 K:BB over 26 frames. He will provide manager Oliver Marmol with a fresh relief arm in the middle innings.

JULY 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Headed back to minors The Cardinals optioned Svanson to Triple-A Memphis on Saturday.

Impact Svanson has been fairly reliable out of the bullpen for the Cardinals this season, turning in a 3.12 ERA and 0.81 WHIP through 26 innings. However, the Cardinals will prioritize filling their bullpen with a fresh arm heading into the All-Star break, so the 26-year-old will head back to Triple-A in favor of Gordon Graceffo.

JULY 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Headed back to minors The Cardinals optioned Svanson to Triple-A Memphis on Saturday.

Impact Svanson has been fairly reliable out of the bullpen for the Cardinals this season, turning in a 3.12 ERA and 0.81 WHIP through 26 innings. However, the Cardinals will prioritize filling their 'pen with fresh arms heading into the All-Star break, so the 26-year-old will head back to Triple-A in favor of Gordon Graceffo.