DREW VERHAGEN NEWS

Collects win over Reds VerHagen (5-1) allowed one run on one hit and struck out one over one inning to earn the win Saturday over the Reds.

Impact The Cardinals stormed out to an 11-0 lead after three innings, but starter Drew Rom didn't complete five frames. VerHagen was ultimately awarded the win instead of Andre Pallante, who allowed a run on four hits over one inning. VerHagen's been a decent middle reliever this year with a 3.98 ERA, 1.28 WHIP and 60:26 K:BB over a career-high 61 innings across 60 appearances. That's the best he's done in the majors since 2015 with the Tigers.

OCTOBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes loss Saturday VerHagen (4-1) allowed two runs on one hit over one-third of an inning to take the loss and a blown save Saturday versus the Pirates.

Impact Verhagen plunked Andrew McCutchen and gave up a two-run home run to Josh Palacios in the ninth inning. Prior to Saturday, VerHagen had been in good form with just one run allowed over 10 innings since the start of August. The right-hander has a 4.38 ERA, 1.38 WHIP, 52:21 K:BB, 12 holds and a blown save through 52 innings this season.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back from bereavement leave The Cardinals reinstated VerHagen (personal) from the bereavement list Monday.

Impact He'll be available out of the bullpen for Monday's series opener versus the Padres after he was away from the team for the past three days while tending to the personal matter. The Cardinals optioned James Naile to Triple-A Memphis to open up a spot on the 26-man active roster for VerHagen.

AUGUST 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Goes on bereavement list VerHagen was placed on the bereavement list Friday, Lynn Worthy of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports.

Impact VerHagen figures to be away from the Cardinals for the duration of their weekend series in Philadelphia before rejoining the roster early next week when they return home. Guillermo Zuniga is taking his spot in the bullpen.

AUGUST 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns from injured list VerHagen (hip) was activated off the 15-day injured list Saturday.

Impact VerHagen missed three weeks with a hip impingement. Prior to the injury, he recorded an unimpressive 4.78 ERA and 1.46 WHIP in 35 relief appearances. Kyle Leahy was optioned to clear space on the roster for his return.

JULY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Could return Saturday VerHagen (hip) could be activated from the 15-day injured list as soon as Saturday, John Denton of MLB.com reports.

Impact VerHagen allowed one run over one inning in his first rehab appearance with Double-A Springfield on Thursday and it sounds like it might be the only rehab outing he needs before returning. The righty holds a 4.78 ERA and 38:18 K:BB over 37.2 relief innings for the Cardinals this season.

JULY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Beginning assignment Thursday VerHagen (hip) will begin a rehab assignment with Double-A Springfield on Thursday, John Denton of MLB.com reports.

Impact VerHagen landed on the injured list at the beginning of July with a right hip impingement after attempting to pitch through it for three weeks. It's unclear how long the Cardinals plan on keeping VerHagen in the minors, but it's likely he returns to the bullpen before the end of July.

JULY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sidelined with hip impingement VerHagen (hip) was placed on the 15-day injured list Sunday with a right hip impingement.

Impact John Denton of MLB.com reports VerHagen has been dealing with hip pain for three weeks. The right-hander tried to pitch through it, but he's given up eight runs (six earned) over his last 9.2 innings. He'll now be shelved for a minimum of two weeks. JoJo Romero was recalled from Triple-A Memphis to take VerHagen's spot in the Cardinals' bullpen.

JULY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Collects fourth win VerHagen (4-0) pitched 1.2 perfect innings and struck out one to earn the win Sunday over the Mets.

Impact VerHagen did his part to keep the game tied until the Cardinals took the lead in the ninth inning. The right-hander has had mixed results in June with three runs allowed over 6.2 innings while posting a 5:1 K:BB. He continues to serve as a multi-inning option, though he's also managed seven holds this season and could see more late-inning work while Ryan Helsley (forearm) is out. VerHagen has a 4.32 ERA, 1.32 WHIP and 34:13 K:BB over 33.1 innings this season.

JUNE 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Snags win Sunday VerHagen (3-0) struck out three without allowing a baserunner over 2.1 innings to earn the win Sunday over the Dodgers.

Impact VerHagen came into the game with the bases loaded and two outs, and he balked in an inherited runner. From there, he was perfect, recording seven outs on a tidy 26 pitches. The right-hander has been solid as a long-relief option for the Cardinals this season, posting a 3.60 ERA, 1.12 WHIP and 26:8 K:BB over 25 innings. He's also picked up five holds. VerHagen has allowed four runs in 12.2 innings in May.

MAY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Awarded win Sunday VerHagen (2-0) earned the win Sunday over the Tigers, striking out three over two perfect innings.

Impact JoJo Romero would have typically been in line for the win, but the official scorer deemed VerHagen more effective in his multi-inning appearance despite entering after the Cardinals took the lead. Over his last six outings, VerHagen has given up one run on three hits and four walks with eight strikeouts in 7.2 innings. He's been solid for the season as well with a 3.50 ERA, 1.11 WHIP and 21:7 K:BB while adding four holds across 18 innings. The right-hander fills a versatile role in the Cardinals' bullpen, which has included some setup work early in 2023.

MAY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Collects first win VerHagen (1-0) allowed an unearned run without allowing a hit or a walk in one inning Sunday versus the Pirates, earning the extra-inning win.

Impact VerHagen gave up an RBI groundout to Canaan Smith-Njigba in the top of the 10th inning, but the Cardinals rallied for a walkoff win in the bottom of the frame. Through eight appearances, VerHagen has allowed three runs (two earned) while posting an 8:1 K:BB and three holds. With John Denton of MLB.com reporting manager Oliver Marmol said Sunday that Jordan Hicks would be shifting to a low-leverage role amid his recent struggles, VerHagen could be an option to see some late-inning work. It's unlikely his usage would lead to many saves, but he's been effective enough to snag some holds.

APRIL 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Woodford, Cards' pen shut down Pirates in 3-0 win

Jake Woodford and three relievers scattered eight hits, Nolan Gorman drove in two runs, and the St. Louis Cardinals beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 3-0

APRIL 15, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Solid pitching so far VerHagen has allowed a walk and struck out two over two Grapefruit League innings.

Impact Katie Woo of The Athletic reports VerHagen mixed his new four-seam fastball in with his usual sinker and slider. A hip injury ended the right-hander's season early in 2022, and his 6.65 ERA, 1.89 WHIP and 18:14 K:BB over 21.2 relief innings weren't great marks when he was healthy. He remains in the mix as a multi-inning relief option who could also serve as a spot starter, though the Cardinals' rotation has enough depth to weather an injury or two before they'd need to turn to someone like VerHagen.

MARCH 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared from 60-day IL The Cardinals reinstated VerHagen (hip) from the 60-day injured list Wednesday.

Impact VerHagen underwent surgery on his right hip in early August and may not be fully healthy yet even though he's been added back to the 40-man roster, but he should be close to 100 percent by spring training. The right-hander will be entering the second season of the two-year, $5.5 million deal he inked with St. Louis last March and will be looking to bounce back after struggling in his limited opportunities before getting the season-ending hip procedure. He made 19 appearances out of the St. Louis bullpen in 2022, logging a 6.65 ERA and 1.89 WHIP across 21.2 innings.

NOVEMBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Cardinals acquire INF Jose Fermin from Guardians for cash

The St. Louis Cardinals have acquired minor league infielder Jose Fermin from the Cleveland Guardians for cash considerations and added him to their 40-man roster

NOVEMBER 9, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Phillies look to secure 2-game series win against the Cardinals

The Philadelphia Phillies will try to sweep a two-game series against the St. Louis Cardinals on Saturday

OCTOBER 8, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Pittsburgh Pirates host the St. Louis Cardinals Wednesday

The Pittsburgh Pirates host the St. Louis Cardinals on Wednesday

OCTOBER 5, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Pirates try to keep home win streak alive, host the Cardinals

The Pittsburgh Pirates host the St. Louis Cardinals trying to extend a four-game home winning streak

OCTOBER 4, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Pirates host the Cardinals, look to continue home win streak

The Pittsburgh Pirates, on a three-game home winning streak, host the St. Louis Cardinals

OCTOBER 3, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Pirates play the Cardinals looking to stop road slide

The Pittsburgh Pirates travel to the St. Louis Cardinals looking to end an eight-game road losing streak

OCTOBER 2, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Pirates take road skid into matchup against the Cardinals

The Pittsburgh Pirates visit the St. Louis Cardinals looking to end a seven-game road slide

OCTOBER 1, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Pirates bring 3-game win streak into matchup with the Cardinals

The Pittsburgh Pirates are looking to continue a three-game win streak with a victory over the St. Louis Cardinals

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Cardinals try to close out 2-game series win against the Brewers

The St. Louis Cardinals will try to sweep a two-game series against the Milwaukee Brewers on Wednesday

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

St. Louis Cardinals and Los Angeles Dodgers meet in game 2 of series

The St. Louis Cardinals face the Los Angeles Dodgers with a 1-0 series lead

SEPTEMBER 24, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS