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Cardinals Listed Among Best Fits To Trade For 27-Year-Old Southpaw

The St. Louis Cardinals' 1-0 win over the Los Angeles Angels could not come at a more impactful time for the team after a four-game losing streak. With a 52-49 record, the Cardinals sit just half a game back from the final wild-card playoff spot in the National League.

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JJ Wetherholt's HR stands up as Cardinals blank Angels

JJ Wetherholt hit a home run and four St. Louis pitchers combined on a seven-hitter as the Cardinals blanked the Los Angeles Angels 1-0 to salvage the final game of their three-game series on Wednesday afternoon in Anaheim, Calif.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / July 22

Cardinals Trade Deadline Direction Becoming Increasingly Clear

The St. Louis Cardinals entered Wednesday's series finale against the Los Angeles Angels having lost four games in a row and fallen out of the third National League wild card spot.

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The 'Most 40-HR MLB seasons' quiz

How many of the 51 MLB players with three or more 40 home run seasons can you name in seven minutes?

The '50-HR MLB seasons' quiz

The 'Last 30-HR season by MLB team' quiz

The 'MLB Playoff strikeout-leaders' quiz

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / July 22

Why the Future Is Bright for St. Louis Cardinals Fans

The St. Louis Cardinals haven't played as well as they have hoped to coming out of the All-Star break, but there are plenty of reasons for the fanbase to be excited, especially down in the minors.

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Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century

The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.

Joe Ryan News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / July 22

Cardinals Potential Joe Ryan Trade Link is Way Off-Base

The St. Louis Cardinals continue to struggle in the second half. Entering Wednesday's series finale against the Los Angeles Angels, the Cardinals had lost four games in a row and lost their hold on the third National League wild card spot.

MLB News / Viva El Birdos / July 22

St. Louis Cardinals Game Discussion vs Los Angeles Angels Wednesday

The St. Louis Cardinals will wrap up what has up until today been a massively disappointing road trip as they take on the lowly Angels (who have won the first 2 games) in a Wednesday afternoon contest.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 22

Red Sox ride impressive first inning to 15th consecutive win

Special things are continuing to happen at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts, home of the Boston Red Sox.

Caleb Durbin's late HR extends Red Sox's historic win streak

Orioles reportedly entertaining offers for catcher Adley Rutschman

Adley Rutschman trade rumors raise two questions for Orioles

The 'Active 20-HR season leaders' quiz

Casey Mize News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / July 22

Cardinals-Casey Mize Trade Buzz Comes With 1 Big Problem

The St. Louis Cardinals are dealing with some serious adversity right now with just 12 days to go until the 2026 Major League Baseball trade deadline. St.

Jordan Walker News / Just Baseball / July 22

Should the Cardinals Pursue a Jordan Walker Extension?

Among the many St. Louis Cardinals storylines to follow this season, it’s hard to argue that Jordan Walker is the biggest. From bust to born again, bottom of the barrel to a Home Run Derby throne.

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The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series

Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.

Scott Blewett News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 22

Cardinals Designate Scott Blewett For Assignment

The Cardinals have designated right-handed reliever Scott Blewett for assignment, reports Jeff Jones of the Belleville News-Democrat. His roster spot will go to righty Hunter Dobbins, who has been recalled from Triple-A Memphis.

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The 'NFL yards-per-catch leaders' quiz

The 'Youngest 4K-yard NFL passers' quiz

The '2K-yard NFL rushers' quiz

The 'FIFA World Cup champions' quiz

Matthew Liberatore News / Viva El Birdos / July 22

Angels Jump on Matthew Liberatore Early, Beat St. Louis Cardinals Again

How would the St. Louis Cardinals respond to two of the most disappointing games of the year? Tuesday night in Anaheim, it was Matthew Liberatore on the mound for the Cardinals and the game started like the Angels were reading his mind.

St. Louis Cardinals News / Yardbarker / July 22

The one player Cardinals cannot afford to trade and why

The Cardinals find themselves in an in-between position as the trade deadline approaches. If they decide to sell, this player shouldn't be moved.

The 'MLB Home Run Derby winners' quiz

MLB News / Field Level Media / July 21

After two walk-off losses, Cardinals eager to rebound in matchup vs. Angels

After suffering their second consecutive walk-off loss, the St. Louis Cardinals will turn to Opening Day starter Matthew Liberatore when they face the Los Angeles Angels on Tuesday night in Anaheim, Calif.

St. Louis Cardinals News / Viva El Birdos / July 21

St. Louis Cardinals Blow Another Lead in the 9th, Lose to the Angels

The St. Louis Cardinals have been described as resilient this season. Does that adjective still apply? No better way to find out than to see how the team would compete against the Los Angeles Angels after arguably their worst defeat of the season losing a 7-run lead in Arizona.

St. Louis Cardinals News / Viral Sports News / July 20

Former St. Louis Cardinals Second Baseman Has Died

Baseball has lost one of its truest, toughest warriors, as former MLB second baseman Ron Hunt has passed away at the age of 85. While fans across the country may remember him as a New York Met or a Montreal Expo, the St.

Bruce Zimmermann News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 20

KBO’s Hanwha Eagles Sign Bruce Zimmermann

Left-hander Bruce Zimmermann is signing with the Hanwha Eagles of the Korea Baseball Organization for the remainder of the season, the team announced this weekend (hat tip to Dan Kurtz of MyKBO.net).

Quinn Mathews News / Minor League Baseball on SI / July 19

Cardinals' Quinn Mathews Is Pitching His Way Into the Big League Conversation

St. Louis Cardinals left-handed pitching prospect Quinn Mathews turned in another solid performance in his first start after the All-Star break. Mathews, the Cardinals' No.

Jordan Walker News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 19

Cardinals columnist demands Jordan Walker contract extension after Home Run Derby heroics

St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Jordan Walker has officially put himself on the map after winning the Home Run Derby. Now, at least one Cardinals columnist is hoping he doesn’t leave anytime soon.

Jordan Walker News / Field Level Media / July 18

Led by Jordan Walker, Cardinals seek another win in rematch vs. D-backs

It's been quite a season already for St. Louis right fielder Jordan Walker, and he'll look to continue his success when the Cardinals face the Arizona Diamondbacks in Phoenix on Saturday afternoon in the second contest of a three-game set.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 17

Reds' Sal Stewart sheds light on viral Dave Roberts' All-Star Game quote

As the Cincinnati Reds start the post-All-Star Game portion of their schedule, there's still plenty of buzz about Sal Stewart and what he asked of some veteran MLB managers just before the Midsummer Classic.

Reds sign Chase Burns to historic new deal

Dodgers' Mookie Betts sets one condition to retire

Dodgers may trade for Tigers' Tarik Skubal, but there's a catch

The 'MLB All-Star Game managers' quiz

Adam Wainwright News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 16

Adam Wainwright defends Cardinals after criticism, calls out ‘ridiculous’ argument

The St. Louis Cardinals — more specifically their fans — were recently called out by a Barstool Sports show. One of the hosts had a problem with Cardinals fans calling themselves the best fans in baseball, which the host claims is something they do.

St. Louis Cardinals News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 16

Cardinals’ biggest steal in 2026 MLB Draft

It has been a good week for the St. Louis Cardinals as Jordan Walker won the Home Run Derby while inspiring others to follow his baseball path. Also, the Cardinals are thrilled with their biggest steal of the 2026 MLB Draft.

St. Louis Cardinals News / Just Baseball / July 14

St. Louis Cardinals 2026 MLB Draft Analysis: Day 2, Part 1

Welcome back to my analysis of the St. Louis Cardinals’ 2026 MLB Draft! Earlier this week, I covered the Cardinals’ Day 1 draft picks. We will be splitting Day 2 into two separate parts, and today I’ll be covering the team’s selections in rounds five through 10.

Liam Doyle News / Just Baseball / July 13

St. Louis Cardinals 2026 MLB Draft Analysis: Day 1

The St. Louis Cardinals entered the 2026 MLB Draft armed with an astounding 23 total draft picks, providing themselves with a golden opportunity to continue adding to their ever-improving farm system.

JJ Wetherholt News / Yardbarker / July 10

Cardinals lock up Rookie of the Year favorite with megadeal

Cardinals lock up Rookie of the Year favorite with nine-figure extension

The St. Louis Cardinals are the newest team to hop on board with a contract extension for an up-and-coming star player. According to MLB insider Jon Heyman, St.

Former Cy Young Award winner has been pulled off the trade market

Brian Cashman makes telling comments on Aaron Boone's status

Pirates acquire Konnor Griffin injury replacement in trade with White Sox

Red Sox's Willson Contreras has suspension reduced by MLB

Braves' Matt Olson makes franchise history in start vs. Cardinals