Ivan Herrera Showing Improvement From Knee Inflammation

Cardinals manager Oliver Marmol reports that Herrera is in a much better spot following knee inflammation caused by his increased catching workload. The team remains confident he will be ready for Opening Day. Herrera, who also recovered from offseason elbow surgery, has been eased into action with only seven plate appearances this spring. The club is proceeding cautiously, planning to utilize him as the Opening Day designated hitter while working him in at catcher as he reaches full health.