Jeff Gordon: Pitching development will be crucial as Cardinals try to regain standing

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St. Louis Post-Dispatch

The Cardinals will fill some pitching needs ahead of the Aug. 1 trade deadline, one way or another. John Mozeliak and Co. will likely focus more on next year, given the team’s lowly standing. The Cardinals could peddle pitchers with expiring contracts for hurlers under team control for 2024 and beyond. But however it plays out, this team must make pitching development its top organizational priority. The Cardinals are awash in young outfielders. They have impressive infield depth, too, and their catching is lined up for years to come. This team must become markedly stronger on the mound — and …

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