Getty Jordan Walker #18 of the St. Louis Cardinals reacts with teammates after defeating the Houston Astros in the game at Daikin Park on April 18, 2026 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Kenneth Richmond/Getty Images) Are the St. Louis Cardinals about to pay the price for waiting on a Jordan Walker contract extension? Following a massive breakout season where his OPS jumped to .947, MLB insiders suggest the 23-year-old outfielder is now a prime extension candidate before his market value reaches