6 things to watch out for as the Cardinals skid into September

2. Seeing the young players get play time

It's been fun to see younger players get extended looks during this time. Hopefully, it will continue with more good surprises.

It's so fun to see Victor Scott II patrol centerfield. During Tuesday's game against the Padres, Scott made such a spectacular play off the centerfield wall it impressed the player who lost out on a base hit - Jackson Merrill.

Merrill's reaction to congratulate Scott on the play was equally impressive.

Luken Baker and Ivan Herrera did well in Memphis and earned another shot in St. Louis. Baker is primarily off the bench, even coming up clutch in his first at-bat back with a home run. He is doing quite well with the opportunities he's getting. Herrera has just returned after Contreras's injury. Once he reacclimates himself to St. Louis, it should be fun to watch him step up.

Memphis infielder Thomas Saggese is another athlete I'd love to see play for St. Louis this season. However, he's not on the 40-man roster, so a move would have to be made for him to get that opportunity. He's hitting .247/.308/.429 with 20 doubles, three triples, 18 home runs, 68 runs scored and 60 RBIs. Having that available would be awesome, but we may be more likely to see a return for Nolan Gorman or Jordan Walker.