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The St. Louis Cardinals have one of the youngest rosters in baseball, and yet they showed promise in 2026. St. Louis didn't make the playoffs, but it got a clearer look at this core moving forward and doesn't have a ton of holes to fill before the 2027 season gets here.

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This Day in Cardinals History: Botched Infield Fly Call Helps Seal Victory

Though the St. Louis Cardinals aren't in the postseason this year, they have a lot of fond memories to fall back on from all the times they did make it.

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The Cardinals Reunion That Makes Too Much Sense in Free Agency

This past offseason, the St. Louis Cardinals wanted a veteran starting pitcher who could come in and help in the short term and then end up being an intriguing trade chip.

JJ Wetherholt News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / October 5

The Cardinals Player to Build Around Now (Outside of JJ Wetherholt)

The 2026 Major League Baseball season may not have gotten the St. Louis Cardinals back into the postseason, but it certainly did help the front office see who this franchise should be built around into the future.

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J.P. Crawford News / Viva El Birdos / October 5

Possible free agent target for St. Louis Cardinals: JP Crawford

I already know the reaction of the vast majority of fans reading this headline, which will produce some version of “Wait what?” I have legitimately not seen his name thrown out as a possible Cardinals target anywhere, and it’s understandable because he is technically a shortstop.

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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.

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.

St. Louis Cardinals News / Viral Sports News / October 3

Cardinals Already Facing Pivotal $8.3 Million Offseason Decision

The St. Louis Cardinals are staring at a sharp raise for Alec Burleson. MLB Trade Rumors’ Matt Swartz model projects the first baseman at an $8.3 million salary for 2027, more than double the $3.3 million he earned in 2026 after avoiding arbitration in January.

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

Rainiel Rodriguez's Stock Soars for Cardinals After Monster Season

St. Louis Cardinals top prospect Rainiel Rodriguez took his game to another level in 2026 and is certainly getting recognition for it. The 2026 Texas League batting champ is St.

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

Yadier Molina Among Several Cardinals Drawing Interest from Other Teams

The St. Louis Cardinals had a very successful season despite what the record shows. They may have gone 77-85, but the organization is executing its rebuild quite well, which is a positive sign.

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

This Day in Cardinals History: Three Icons Walk Off Together One Last Time

Over the past several years, the St. Louis Cardinals have not been quite the team they once were, having missed the playoffs four straight years, but there have still been some memorable moments at Busch Stadium.

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

4 Cardinals Prospects Who Could Play Major Roles in 2027

The St. Louis Cardinals have one of the best farm systems in baseball and the fanbase was able to see it on full display in 2026. Over the course of the 2026 season, Cardinals fans were able to see young guys make the jump to the big leagues, including JJ Wetherholt, Joshua Baez, Leo Bernal, Quinn Mathews, Blaze Jordan, Luis Gastelum and more.

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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.

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.

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.

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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.

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.

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.

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 / 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.

St. Louis Cardinals News / Athlon Sports / September 27

Masyn Winn's season is over due to thumb and hand soreness; Thomas Saggese will start at shortstop for Cardinals in final game

Masyn Winn’s 2026 season is over, with the St. Louis Cardinals shutting down their starting shortstop because of lingering thumb and hand soreness. Winn was scratched from Saturday’s lineup against the Milwaukee Brewers after the thumb continued to bother him.