St. Louis Cardinals: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Nolan Gorman News / Viva El Birdos / August 11

Does Nolan Gorman Still Have a Place on the Cardinals’ 2026 Roster?

On June 11th, mired in a miserable 3-for-55 stretch that included a 49.1 K% and a wRC+ of -22 in a 17-game stretch that spanned from May 20th to the aforementioned June 11th, the date of demotion, for Cardinals’ former 1st-round pick Nolan Gorman.

MLB News / Viva El Birdos / August 10

St. Louis Cardinals Furious Late Rally Not Enough as Phillies Win Monday

If obtaining a high pitch count early in the game was the goal, Hunter Dobbins succeeded spectacularly. To his credit, the St. Louis Cardinals starter battled through a less than ideal start to keep Monday night’s game with the Phillies close while the Philadelphia starter Andrew Painter showed no signs of the hamstring trouble he had recently.

Bryce Harper News / Larry Brown Sports / August 10

Cardinals take a bizarre swipe at Bryce Harper during game

The St. Louis Cardinals tried to make Bryce Harper look bad during Monday’s game … but ended up doing virtually the opposite. St. Louis hosted Harper and the Philadelphia Phillies on Monday for the first game of a three-game set.

Adley Rutschman News / Yardbarker Quizzes

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How many of the most recent players to record five hits in the same MLB game for each franchise can you name in five minutes?

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St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / August 10

Where Joshua Báez, Quinn Mathews Stand With Cardinals, Straight From Chaim Bloom

The St. Louis Cardinals have a few pieces down in Triple-A right now who could make the club better right now with a promotion. One of them, Cardinals fans have already seen this season.

MLB News / Yardbarker

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.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / August 10

Cardinals Lose Veteran Outfielder to Astros

The St. Louis Cardinals no longer have 27-year-old outfielder Nelson Velázquez in the organization. Velázquez was designated for assignment in order to make room on the roster for new outfielder Everson Pereira.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / August 10

Cardinals Announce Starting Pitchers for Critical Phillies Series

The St. Louis Cardinals sold off pieces ahead of the 2026 Major League Baseball trade deadline and yet they aren't completely out of it in the National League playoff race.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / August 10

Cardinals Could Move On From Former Gold Glove Winner This Offseason

The St. Louis Cardinals have done well this season to rebuild, simultaneously securing the team's future while developing young, talented players. St. Louis entered this season boasting the opening-day roster in all of baseball after selling off veteran stars like Nolan Arenado and Sonny Gray during the offseason as part of the team's rebuild.

Ixan Henderson News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / August 10

Ixan Henderson's Triple-A Debut Couldn't Have Gone Better for Cardinals

One of the most intriguing arms in the St. Louis Cardinals' system is just one step away from the majors. Left-handed hurler Ixan Henderson is currently ranked as St.

JJ Wetherholt News / Field Level Media / August 9

JJ Wetherholt breaks the tie, powers Cardinals past Rockies

Rookie JJ Wetherholt lined a tiebreaking two-run double with two outs in the bottom of the eighth inning Sunday afternoon, keying the St. Louis Cardinals to a 7-4 victory against the visiting Colorado Rockies.

Jordan Walker News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 8

Jordan Walker finally goes yard for 1st time since Home Run Derby

Jordan Walker entered Saturday against the Colorado Rockies with a home run-less streak. Fans hadn’t seen the St. Louis Cardinals star rip one deep since his epic MLB Home Run Derby performance.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

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.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / August 8

Cardinals Make Roster Move After Win Against Rockies

The St. Louis Cardinals continued reshaping their roster after Friday's win over the Colorado Rockies, making another move as they look to stay in the National League postseason race.

Masyn Winn News / Field Level Media / August 8

Masyn Winn, Cardinals aspire to continue winning ways in clash vs. Rockies

St. Louis Cardinals shortstop Masyn Winn suggested that his teammates zag after the front office zigged at the recent trade deadline. Even though the Cardinals

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MLB News / Field Level Media / August 7

Cardinals do just enough to take down Rockies

Ivan Herrera hit a solo home run, and right-hander Kyle Leahy pitched five effective innings Friday night for the St. Louis Cardinals in a 3-2 victory against the visiting Colorado Rockies.

JJ Wetherholt News / Athlon Sports / August 7

Cardinals’ JJ Wetherholt Receives Exciting News Before Rockies Game

The St. Louis Cardinals recognized one of their brightest young players before Friday night's series opener against the Colorado Rockies. The club announced that rookie infielder JJ Wetherholt has been selected as the Cardinals' 2026 Heart and Hustle Award winner.

St. Louis Cardinals News / Just Baseball / August 7

Breaking Down the Cardinals’ Late-Round Draft Choices

Welcome back to the third and final part of my analysis of the St. Louis Cardinals’ 2026 MLB Draft! Over the course of the past few weeks, I’ve covered the Cardinals’ Day 1 draft picks, along with a deep dive into their early Day 2 selections.

Tink Hence News / Yardbarker / August 6

Cardinals outright former top prospect to Florida Complex League

Pitcher Tink Hence had been a highly regarded prospect for the St. Louis Cardinals as recently as 2025. Those days appear to be over.

Cardinals Outright Tink Hence

It's time for Red Sox to move on from Triston Casas

Cubs recall newly acquired pitcher Braxton Garrett from Triple-A

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George Lombard Jr. News / Yardbarker / August 5

Yankees' Lombard reflects on impressive MLB debut in win over Cardinals

Yankees' George Lombard Jr. reflects on impressive MLB debut in win over Cardinals

Yankees manager Aaron Boone is clearly hoping Lombard will provide a spark for the club and prove to be an upgrade over Anthony Volpe.

Yankees to promote No. 1 prospect George Lombard Jr.

Yankees rookie proves he can handle New York pressure with dazzling debut

Cardinals' Alec Burleson achieves rare power display at Yankee Stadium

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Alec Burleson News / Yardbarker / August 4

Cardinals' Alec Burleson achieves rare power display at Yankee Stadium

In a series opener between two of the most storied franchises, a visiting player made some history of his own on Monday night.

Yankees to promote No. 1 prospect George Lombard Jr.

Brewers upgrade rotation, acquire Dustin May and JoJo Romero from Cardinals

Diamondbacks get outfield bat in trade for Lars Nootbaar

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Lars Nootbaar News / Yardbarker / August 3

Diamondbacks get outfield bat in trade for Lars Nootbaar

Just ahead of the trade deadline, the Arizona Diamondbacks and St. Louis Cardinals agreed on a trade that will provide Arizona with a much-needed left-handed-hitting outfielder.

Brewers upgrade rotation, acquire Dustin May and JoJo Romero from Cardinals

Nationals part ways with ace Foster Griffin in trade with Guardians

Brewers add to bullpen with trade for Rockies' Antonio Senzatela

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Alec Burleson News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 3

Cardinals Receiving Interest In Alec Burleson

The Cardinals have yet to participate in the trade deadline festivities, but they’re likely to be sellers after a rough week dropped them four games out of the final NL Wild Card spot.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 3

Brewers upgrade rotation, acquire May and Romero from Cardinals

Brewers upgrade rotation, acquire Dustin May and JoJo Romero from Cardinals

The Brewers entered Monday with a 6.5-game lead in the National League Central.

Tarik Skubal will become Brewers' biggest regret

Report details how Dodgers landed Tarik Skubal in blockbuster trade over Rays, Brewers

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Tink Hence News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 1

Cardinals Designate Tink Hence For Assignment

The Cardinals announced that right-hander Tink Hence has been designated for assignment. The move opens up a 40-man roster space for Quinn Mathews, whose contract has now been officially selected from Triple-A (as reported two days ago). Righty Matt Svanson was optioned to Triple-A in the corresponding 26-man roster move for Mathews.