September 17, 2025
The Cardinals
placed Contreras on the 10-day injured list Wednesday with a right shoulder strain.
AnalysisThe injury had previously been labeled as a biceps strain, but either way, it will end Contreras' season. He slashed .257/.344/.447 with 20 home runs and 80 RBI over 135 games in his first season as a full-time first baseman.
Alec Burleson will take over at first base for the Cardinals down the stretch, which should lead to more playing time in the outfield for
Jordan Walker.