Manager Mike Shildt told MLB Network Radio on SiriusXM that Ponce de Leon will be recalled from Triple-A Memphis on Saturday to start one of the doubleheader games against the Reds.
The Cardinals need an additional starter this weekend thanks to Saturday's twin bill, so Ponce de Leon will rejoin the big-league rotation after spending the past month in the minors. The right-hander impressed across five starts with Memphis following his demotion, posting a 0.93 ERA, 0.90 WHIP and 39:13 K:BB in 29 innings. Ponce de Leon will likely head to the bullpen for the stretch run following Saturday's spot start.