Tanner Franklin Remains Key Prospect in Cardinals Pitching Pipeline

Tanner Franklin remains a central figure in the St. Louis Cardinals' organizational pipeline. Infused into the system last year as a high-upside hurler from the University of Tennessee, Franklin is part of the team's ongoing strategy to secure high-octane pitching talent. His role as a key prospect is reinforced by the team's recent 2026 draft selection of Tegan Kuhns, continuing the pipeline of hard-throwing arms.