Hot Bat, Big Impact: Cardinals Catcher Named Player of the Week After Red-Hot Return

Top Talented Player didn’t just make a quiet comeback from the Injured List—he burst back onto the scene with authority.

After being sidelined since early April, the St. Louis Cardinals catcher wasted no time reminding everyone of his importance to the team’s offense.

Since rejoining the lineup on May 9, Herrera has been nothing short of sensational. In just 29 plate appearances, he’s posted a scorching .440 batting average, a .483 on-base percentage, and a slugging percentage of .720. That offensive explosion has translated into a sky-high 227 wRC+, placing him among the hottest hitters in the game since his return.

This past week alone, Herrera immediately made an impact. He kicked things off with a home run and followed it up with three doubles, collecting nine hits and driving in five runs over just 20 plate appearances. His bat has been on fire, and he’s showing no signs of rust despite the time missed.

His timely return has given the Cardinals offense a much-needed lift. With the team searching for consistency at the plate, Herrera’s production has come at a critical moment.

Whether it’s driving in runs or setting the tone in the lineup, he’s proving that a month off hasn’t dulled his edge. In fact, he might be playing his best baseball yet.