As the St. Louis Cardinals gear up for their series finale against the Miami Marlins, fans might notice a significant absence in the lineup: Jordan Walker.

The young star, who has been a beacon of hope for the Cardinals this season, is sitting this one out, much to the chagrin of the St. Louis faithful.

Walker has been nothing short of spectacular in his bounce-back year, boasting a .292 average and an impressive .964 OPS. With four doubles, eight home runs, 16 RBIs, and four stolen bases, he’s been a dynamic force on the field.

After enduring a couple of tough seasons, Walker is showing everyone why he was once a top-10 prospect. His current performance even surpasses the promise he showed during his rookie season, where he posted a .787 OPS.

In addition to his offensive prowess, Walker has demonstrated improved sprint speed and a cannon of an arm in right field, adding layers to his already impressive skill set. Yet, as the Cardinals take the field, it’s noteworthy that Walker hasn’t sent one over the fence since April 13.

That’s a seven-game stretch without a home run. However, don’t let that fool you-he’s been consistent at the plate, recording hits in six of those seven games.

The only blip came on Tuesday night, where Walker went 0-for-4 with two strikeouts. It’s a rare off night for the slugger, and sitting out might give him a chance to recharge. But don’t count him out just yet; he could very well make an impact as a pinch-hitter later in the game.

Expect Walker to be back in action soon, ready to continue his stellar start to the season. His absence today is just a brief pause in what has been an electrifying comeback, and Cardinals fans can look forward to more fireworks from him in the games to come.