The St. Louis Cardinals made a roster move Monday that felt more like formality than surprise. Utility player Garrett Hampson, once a top prospect in the Colorado Rockies system, was designated for assignment after just 35 games in St. Louis. The roster move clears space for Alec Burleson’s activation from the injured list, left-hander Nick Raquet’s call-up from Triple-A Memphis, and the optioning of right-hander Andre Granillo.

At 72-72, the Cardinals sit at .500 , clinging to slim postseason hopes with a roster stretched thin. The club ranks 16th in MLB in runs scored and 21st in team ERA — indicators of underperformance on both offense and the mound. Defensive miscues and a -40 run differential further highlight a team still searching for rhythm and reliability. The DFA of Hampso

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