Cardinals Shortstop Masyn Winn Unharmed After Car Crash

The promising young player was involved in a single-car accident shortly after hitting a walk-off single to win the game.

Apr. 2, 2026 at 7:52pm

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St. Louis Cardinals shortstop Masyn Winn was involved in a car accident on Wednesday night, just hours after hitting a walk-off single to defeat the New York Mets. The team has confirmed that Winn suffered no serious injuries and was examined at a local hospital before being released.

Why it matters

Winn is a rising star for the Cardinals, having won a Gold Glove award in 2024 and showing promise at the plate. Any injury to a key player like Winn could have a significant impact on the team's performance this season.

The details

According to the team's statement, Winn was alone in the vehicle when the accident occurred due to wet pavement on Interstate 64/Highway 40. He was attended to by local police and Cardinals security and medical staff before being taken to the hospital as a precaution.

  • Winn hit the game-winning single in the 11th inning on Wednesday.
  • The car accident occurred shortly after the game ended.

The players

Masyn Winn

A promising young shortstop for the St. Louis Cardinals who won a Gold Glove award in 2024.

St. Louis Cardinals

The Major League Baseball team that Winn plays for, who are off to a 4-2 start in the 2026 season.

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What they’re saying

“Following today's game, Masyn Winn was involved in a single-car accident on Int 64/Hwy 40 due to wet pavement. Masyn, who was alone in the vehicle, was attended to by local police and Cardinals security and medical staff. He was examined at a nearby hospital and suffered no serious injuries. We are grateful that he is OK, and thank the first responders in our community who helped Masyn tonight.”

— Tamar Sher, KMOV Reporter

What’s next

The Cardinals will have a day off on Thursday before beginning a three-game series against the Detroit Tigers on Friday. It is unclear if Winn will be available for the series against the Tigers, but the team has indicated he suffered no serious injuries.

The takeaway

This incident serves as a reminder of the risks that professional athletes face, even after a game-winning performance. The Cardinals and their fans will be relieved to know that Winn appears to have avoided any major injuries and can focus on continuing his development as a key part of the team's future.