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Why Cardinals Should Part Ways With Their Biggest Disappointment

Though the St. Louis Cardinals were surprisingly competitive this season, but not every player on the roster exceeded expectations. The Cardinals showcased a lot of potential this season.

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How did the Cardinals do compared to your expectations?

Now that the St. Louis Cardinals season is over, it is now fair to look at the entire year together and evaluate the team’s performance rather than grading the season with games left to play.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / October 3

3 Lower-Cost Free Agents Who Fit the Cardinals Perfectly

Though the offseason has already begun for the St. Louis Cardinals, it's still going to take a little time before we see the team make moves, as the playoffs are in full swing.

Nolan Gorman News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / October 3

Nolan Gorman's Cardinals Outlook Is More Uncertain Than Ever

One thing that is a positive about the St. Louis Cardinals is the fact that they don't have a lot to think about when it comes to internal free agents.

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MLB News / Viva El Birdos / October 3

Cardinals Catching the Brewers, Part 1: Closer Than You Think

In Chaim Bloom’s end-of-season press conference, he was firm on his stance that the Cardinals would not take any shortcuts in building a team that could contend for division titles and World Series championships.

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The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / October 2

Cardinals' One Free Agent Target Who Makes Too Much Sense

Last offseason, the St. Louis Cardinals invested in a starting pitcher in free agency and it was one of the best overall moves the club made in 2026. St.

St. Louis Cardinals News / Viva El Birdos / October 2

The St. Louis Cardinals send 9 players to the Arizona Fall League

For a very few, the season is not yet over. The Arizona Fall League (AFL) beckons, and the invitations given often present signs of where a player stands in an organization and provide an opportunity for a player to redefine that path.

Lars Nootbaar News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / October 1

Cardinals Land 3rd-Round Starter Thanks to Lars Nootbaar Trade

The St. Louis Cardinals and Arizona Diamondbacks took care of a little business on Thursday afternoon. St. Louis cut ties with former fan favorite Lars Nootbaar ahead of the 2026 Major League Baseball trade deadline by dealing him to Arizona.

St. Louis Cardinals News / Viral Sports News / October 1

St. Louis Cardinals Complete Trade for 23-Year-Old Pitcher

The St. Louis Cardinals closed the book on their August 3 trade with the Arizona Diamondbacks on Thursday, naming right-hander Brian Curley as the player to be named later.

Lars Nootbaar News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 1

Cardinals Acquire Brian Curley As PTBNL In Lars Nootbaar Trade

The Cardinals announced that they have acquired right-hander Brian Curley from the Diamondbacks as the played to be named later in the Lars Nootbaar trade.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / October 1

Cardinals' First Move the Front Office Must Make This Offseason

The offseason has officially begun for the St. Louis Cardinals, but there isn't much the club can do just yet. The playoffs are in full swing. There have been wild-card series in motion across the league and three of the four are now done.

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The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.

Max Scherzer News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / October 1

Pros and Cons of Cardinals Possibly Pursuing Max Scherzer

The St. Louis Cardinals are still set on rebuilding in 2027, even if their offseason plan is a little bit different from what it was last year. They traded four veterans last winter and likely won't need to do the same this year.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / October 1

6 Cardinals Trade Targets Who Could Solve Starting Rotation Problem

When the 2027 Major League Baseball season opens up — whenever that may be — the St. Louis Cardinals will be one of the most intriguing teams to follow.

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JJ Wetherholt News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / October 1

Cardinals Just Saw History With JJ Wetherholt's Absurd Rookie Year

The biggest story in baseball right now is the ongoing 2026 postseason. While the St. Louis Cardinals didn't earn a spot in the playoffs, there is still a lot to like about this young club, starting with JJ Wetherholt.

St. Louis Cardinals News / Viva El Birdos / October 1

St. Louis Cardinals Minor League Update: Upper Levels

Sadly, we have reached the last minor league update of the 2026 season. These are a bit time-consuming, so I suppose it’s not that sad for me, but it’s just another reminder that there’s no more baseball to follow.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / October 1

The Position the Cardinals Must Address for This Offseason to Be a Success

Despite the St. Louis Cardinals finishing the regular season with a losing record for the second straight year, the team still had plenty of success stories.

Jared Shuster News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / September 30

Cardinals Lose Hurler to Free Agent After Disappointing 2026

The offseason has officially begun for the St. Louis Cardinals and one hurler has already opted to leave the organization. Former Cardinals reliever Jared Shuster officially elected free agency from the Cardinals organization on Tuesday, per the official MiLB transaction log.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / September 30

Cardinals Can't Afford to Repeat This Offseason Mistake

The St. Louis Cardinals have another important offseason ahead of them this winter. Unlike last year, the Cardinals likely won't be trading players away.

Jared Shuster News / Viral Sports News / September 30

Cardinals Lose Former First-Round Pick to MLB Free Agency

St. Louis Cardinals left-hander Jared Shuster, once selected 25th overall by the Atlanta Braves in the 2020 draft, has elected free agency after the 2026 season, declining another assignment to Triple-A Memphis.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / September 30

The Cardinals Player Most Likely to Be Traded This Offseason

Unlike last offseason, the St. Louis Cardinals don't have a handful of veterans running out of team control and on the trade block. Shortly after the 2025 season came to a close, it was fairly obvious that Nolan Arenado, Brendan Donovan, Sonny Gray and Willson Contreras would at least be shopped ahead of the 2026 season.

St. Louis Cardinals News / Athlon Sports / September 29

Riley O'Brien led all National League pitchers in saves in 2026, finishing with 38 total during 2026 season with St. Louis Cardinals

Riley O’Brien finished the 2026 regular season with 38 saves, putting the St. Louis Cardinals reliever at the top of the National League leaderboard. O’Brien tied San Diego Padres closer Mason Miller for the NL lead after taking over the closer role for St.