Cardinals Open Series at Nationals Without Masyn Winn

Andre Pallante to start as Cardinals visit Washington for 3-game set

Apr. 6, 2026 at 8:30pm

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The St. Louis Cardinals are opening a three-game series against the Washington Nationals on Monday evening, but will be without infielder Masyn Winn, who remains sidelined. Right-hander Andre Pallante is set to start on the mound for the Cardinals in the series opener.

Why it matters

The Cardinals are looking to bounce back after a disappointing start to the season, and getting production from their young players like Winn will be crucial. The Nationals, meanwhile, are hoping to build momentum at home against a tough divisional opponent.

The details

Masyn Winn, one of the Cardinals' top prospects, is still out with an injury and will not be available for the series opener against the Nationals. In his absence, the Cardinals will turn to veteran pitcher Andre Pallante to start the game. Pallante has been a reliable arm out of the bullpen for St. Louis so far this season.

  • The Cardinals-Nationals series begins on Monday, April 6, 2026 at 5:45 pm local time.

The players

Masyn Winn

A top prospect in the Cardinals' farm system who is currently sidelined with an injury.

Andre Pallante

A right-handed pitcher for the St. Louis Cardinals who will be making the start in the series opener against the Nationals.

St. Louis Cardinals

The Major League Baseball team based in St. Louis, Missouri that is opening a 3-game series against the Washington Nationals.

Washington Nationals

The Major League Baseball team based in Washington, D.C. that is hosting the St. Louis Cardinals for a 3-game series.

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What’s next

The Cardinals and Nationals will play the second game of their 3-game series on Tuesday, April 7 at 5:45 pm local time.

The takeaway

The Cardinals will need to find a way to win without one of their top young players in Masyn Winn, as they look to get their season back on track against the Nationals in Washington.