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Cardinals No. 6 Prospect Could Be An X-Factor For The Starting Rotation

Despite dropping two of their first three games of the second half of the season against the Atlanta Braves, the St. Louis Cardinals still hold the final wild-card playoff spot.

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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.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / July 20

Iván Herrera Trade Buzz Isn't Worth Cardinals' Attention At All

There are two weeks to go until the 2026 Major League Baseball trade deadline and the St. Louis Cardinals are 51-47 on the season and in third place in the National League Central.

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).

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The 'MLB All-Star Game MVPs' quiz

MLB began awarding the All-Star Game MVP Award during the 1962 season. How many of the MVPs since then can you name in eight minutes?

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St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / July 20

Why Cardinals Must Trade Riley O'Brien After Series Loss to D-Backs

The St. Louis Cardinals are reeling heading into a crucial series against the lowly Los Angeles Angels. They had a series win over the Arizona Diamondbacks in their grasp before letting a 7-0 lead slip away and being walked off in the 10th inning.

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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.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / July 20

Cardinals Release Flamethrower Prospect After 6 Seasons

The St. Louis Cardinals released a long-term, minor league depth piece on Sunday. Early in the day, the Cardinals announced a handful of moves down in the minors.

St. Louis Cardinals News / Viva El Birdos / July 20

St. Louis Cardinals 1st half minor league update – pitchers (part 1)

Today, I’m only going to cover the Memphis Redbirds and the starting pitching prospects at Springfield. On Thursday, the relievers at Springfield and the lower minors, but not the rookie leagues.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 19

Cardinals suffer brutal meltdown in walk-off loss to Diamondbacks

The St. Louis Cardinals have exceeded expectations through the majority of the season. They have put together a winning record and they currently hold down the third and final Wild Card spot in the National League with a 51-47 record.

MLB News / Field Level Media / July 19

D-Backs rally from down 7 to beat Cardinals in 10 innings

Max Kepler delivered the game-winning RBI in the 10th inning as the Arizona Diamondbacks scored eight unanswered runs in an 8-7 win against the St. Louis Cardinals on Sunday in Phoenix.

St. Louis Cardinals News / Viva El Birdos / July 19

St. Louis Cardinals Blow 7-Run Lead – Lose Heartbreaker to Diamondbacks Sunday

The St. Louis Cardinals were ready to play the waiting game with the Arizona Diamondbacks All-Star starter Eduardo Rodriguez, but Andre Pallante and the bullpen would eventually blow a 7-run lead late in the game to make it a nail-biter which would end in heartbreak fashion.

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.

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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.

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.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / July 19

Cardinals May Have Lost 2 Trade Chips This Weekend

The St. Louis Cardinals remain in possession of the third National League wild card spot despite Saturday's 5-3 loss to the Arizona Diamondbacks. They are 51-46 and still have a good chance at reaching the postseason.

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Chris Roycroft News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 18

Cardinals Trade Chris Roycroft To Rays

July 18: The Rays completed the deal on Friday by sending right-hander Trey Pooser to the Cardinals, per Derrick Goold of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch. The 24-year-old was a 10th-round pick in 2024.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / July 18

Cardinals DFA Fan Favorite to Kick Off Second Half

The St. Louis Cardinals kicked off the second half of the season on Friday night with a win over the Arizona Diamondbacks and it was a busy day beforehand.

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 / Field Level Media / July 18

Cardinals pull out victory in 9th to defeat Diamondbacks

Ivan Herrera delivered the game-winning RBI in the ninth inning to lift the visiting St. Louis Cardinals to a 5-4 win against the Arizona Diamondbacks on Friday.

St. Louis Cardinals News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 17

Rays Trade Trey Pooser To Cardinals

The Cardinals announced they’ve acquired minor league reliever Trey Pooser from the Rays. He’s the player to be named later from last month’s deal that sent middle reliever Chris Roycroft to Tampa Bay.

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

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Lars Nootbaar News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 17

Cardinals rumors: Lars Nootbaar once again mentioned as trade candidate

The St. Louis Cardinals have had an up-and-down season, and there is still time for them to make a run and possibly make a playoff run. It’s uncertain which way the Cardinals plan on going, but it’ll all depend on what happens during the trade deadline.

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.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 14

Home Run Derby takeaways: Jordan Walker spoils Kyle Schwarber's big night

Home Run Derby takeaways: Jordan Walker wins, spoils Kyle Schwarber's big night

A thrilling 2026 Home Run Derby is in the books.

Phillies' Cristopher Sánchez will start the All-Star Game for NL

Blue Jays ace Dylan Cease named AL All-Star Game starter

Why Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani won't play in 2026 MLB All-Star Game

Bryce Harper addresses FanDuel video he sent to gambling addict

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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