Cardinals' Jordan Walker Out for Two Games Due to Right Knee Inflammation Cardinals right fielder Jordan Walker missed the second consecutive game against the Yankees on Wednesday, a 3-1 Cardinals victory, due to right knee inflammation. The team opted for a precautionary day off, hoping Walker’s knee would improve by Friday’s game against the Rockies at Busch Stadium. Manager Oliver Marmol noted Walker is listed as day to day, with the team prioritizing his recovery over short-term matchups. Walker’s absence followed a late scratch in Tuesday’s 2-0 loss to New York, where he was unable to come off the bench. Before Tuesday’s game, Walker had been struggling with knee discomfort, which worsened during pregame drills. Marmol explained that the inflammation persisted despite efforts to loosen up, with Walker feeling the effects when hitting the bag hard. “He felt it a little bit yesterday,” Marmol said, adding that the knee did not respond as quickly as expected. The manager emphasized the team’s cautious approach, hoping the three-day break would allow Walker to regain full mobility. Walker last played in Monday’s 13-7 win over New York, where he went 2-for-5 with a run scored. However, his knee issues have been a recurring challenge this season. Marmol described the inflammation as a persistent issue, with Walker experiencing discomfort during drills and games. The manager noted that the injury has been “in and out” throughout the season, but the recent flare-up on Tuesday raised concerns about his readiness for upcoming games. Walker is having the best season of his career, hitting .285 with 22 home runs and 81 RBIs. A standout moment came during the T-Mobile Home Run Derby at All-Star week in July, where he won the competition.#oliver_marmol #jordan_walker #cardinals #busch_stadium #t_mobile_home_run_derby
