St. Louis Cardinals Recall Right-Handed Pitcher Hunter Dobbins from Triple-A Memphis The St. Louis Cardinals made a roster adjustment on Sunday by recalling right-handed pitcher Hunter Dobbins from Triple-A Memphis and designating right-hander Matt Pushard for assignment. The move came as the team sought to bolster its bullpen, which had struggled to contain opponents over the past two games, having surrendered 10⅔ innings in that span. Dobbins, 28, was recalled after spending the majority of the season at Triple-A Memphis. The right-hander made his only start of the season on April 30 against the Pittsburgh Pirates, allowing three runs in 4⅓ innings. His performance this season at the minor league level has been notable, with a 3-0 record and a 3.43 ERA in nine starts. This marks a significant rebound from his rookie season with the Boston Red Sox in 2025, where he went 4-1 with a 4.13 ERA in 13 appearances, including 11 starts. Dobbins’ journey to the majors has been marked by injury setbacks. He suffered a torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) while pitching for Boston on July 11, 2025, which initially sidelined him for much of the season. After a lengthy recovery, he returned to action in Triple-A, where his recent form has positioned him as a potential key contributor for the Cardinals. The team’s decision to call him up suggests confidence in his ability to provide relief, particularly given the bullpen’s recent struggles. Pushard, the designated player, was selected by the Cardinals in the 2025 Rule 5 Draft from the Miami Marlins. The right-hander has struggled this season, posting a 5.14 ERA in six appearances. His most recent outing came Saturday night against the Chicago Cubs, where he allowed two runs (one earned) in 1⅔ innings.#miami_marlins #st_louis_cardinals #hunter_dobbins #triple_a_memphis #matt_pushard
