The Cardinals are expected to option Mitchell Boggs to Triple-A Memphis prior to Friday's game. Boggs entered the season as the team's closer with Jason Motte on the shelf, but he's since lost that job and has continued to struggle in setup and mop-up roles. The righty walked both Brewers hitters he faced Thursday and has now permitted a whopping 31 baserunners in 10 2/3 innings. It appears that John Gast is the likely option to replace him on the roster.