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Cardinals Lose 6-Year MLB Veteran Righty To Free Agency

One could excuse even the most devoted St. Louis Cardinals fans for not knowing that right-handed pitcher Zach Plesac was in the organization this season.

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Brewers Former All-Star Starter Could Be Value Move for Cardinals

The St. Louis Cardinals have a pivotal offseason ahead — their first under new president of baseball operations Chaim Bloom. After finishing 78-84 in 2025 and missing the postseason for the third straight year, the team is clearly in rebuilding mode.

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Chaim Bloom’s Front Office Blueprint Could Shape the Cardinals for Years to Come

The 2025-26 offseason marks one of the most crucial periods in recent St. Louis Cardinals history, as the franchise officially begins a new chapter under Chaim Bloom.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / November 8

Cardinals Lose 12 Players to Free Agency In Blow To St. Louis' Depth

The St. Louis Cardinals lost some more depth down in the minors on Friday. With free agency now open, some have had the opportunity to elect to head to the open market.

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The St. Louis Cardinals’ minor league system is ranked #1 in MLB now

Back in August, I did a quick look at the Cardinals minor league system here, done after the 2025 trade deadline. That article attempted to capture all the new players the Cardinals had just brought in via trading and drafting and what impact they would have on prospect depth.

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25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series

Among the countless Hall of Famers who never experienced the joy of winning a World Series, there are several notable legends who stand out. Here's our list of the 25 greatest.

Albert Pujols News / Viva El Birdos / November 7

Cardinals legend Albert Pujols may be in some hot water

By now, I think almost everybody knows what’s going on with the Angels and the trial of Eric Kay, who is serving 22 years in prison for allegedly supplying a fentanyl-laced pill that resulted in left-hander Tyler Skaggs’ death in 2019.

Zack Thompson News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / November 7

Cardinals Keeping Former First-Rounder In Surprise Twist

As of Thursday, the expectation was that former first-round pick Zack Thompson would be heading to free agency from the St. Louis Cardinals. St. Louis outrighted him to the Triple-A Memphis Redbirds and then announced that he had elected to become a minor league free agent.

MLB News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / November 7

Why Orioles Veteran Could Be Savvy Offseason Target For Cardinals

The St. Louis Cardinals have officially entered what could be one of their most important offseasons in years. After a disappointing 2025 campaign, the franchise is embracing a rebuild under new president of baseball operations Chaim Bloom, who is focused on building a sustainable winner rather than chasing quick fixes.

Tyler Matzek News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / November 7

Cardinals Lose World Series Champion Pitcher To Free Agency

Every Major League Baseball team winds up signing a couple of players per season that no one would have expected to be there. The St. Louis Cardinals ranked

Chaim Bloom News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / November 7

Why Potential Move For Former Mariners Slugger Feels Unrealistic For Cardinals

The St. Louis Cardinals are entering one of their most pivotal offseasons in recent memory. After another disappointing year, the franchise is clearly shifting direction under new president of baseball operations Chaim Bloom, who is tasked with reshaping the roster and setting a long-term foundation for success.

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DFA'd Former Dodgers All-Star Is Perfect Lottery Ticket For Cardinals

The St. Louis Cardinals have a need for more starting pitching, especially with the future of Sonny Gray uncertain with the organization. This much has been clear -- and has been for weeks.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

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Cardinals Shouldn’t Risk Trading Silver Slugger After Career Year

The St. Louis Cardinals received some well-deserved good news late Thursday night when it was announced that Alec Burleson had won his first Silver Slugger Award.

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Cardinals Lose 25-Year-Old Pitcher To Reds On Waivers

The St. Louis Cardinals had two different members of the organization get claimed off waivers on Thursday. The offseason is fully in session now and it came on fast for the St.

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Cardinals Lefty Elects Free Agency 6 Years After First-Round Selection

It was a busy day for the St. Louis Cardinals on Thursday. Thursday arguably was the first big day of the offseason across Major League Baseball. The big story throughout the afternoon involved the qualifying offer.

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Cardinals Lose OF To Braves As Offseason Really Begins

The Major League Baseball offseason is fully in session. Free agency is open around the league with the initial lull period after the World Series now over.

Roddery Munoz News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 6

Reds claim righty Roddery Munoz off waivers from Cardinals

Munoz, 26 in April, has a limited big league track record. He has thrown 93 2/3 innings between the Marlins and Cardinals with a 6.73 earned run average, 19.5% strikeout rate, 11.9% walk rate and 32.9% ground ball rate.

Chaim Bloom News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / November 6

Cardinals Linked To Four-Time All-Star With Chaim Bloom Connection

The St. Louis Cardinals had one of the stronger bullpens overall in baseball in 2025, but should be in the market for another high-leverage arm this offseason.

Ryan Helsley News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / November 6

Cardinals Could Bring Back Familiar Two-Time All-Star to Improve Bullpen

The St. Louis Cardinals were sellers at this year’s trade deadline, letting go of three relievers on expiring contracts. One of them was closer Ryan Helsley, who had previously been named the 2024 National League Reliever of the Year.

Masyn Winn News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / November 6

Cardinals' Masyn Winn Has One Weakness In Mind Ahead Of 2026 Season

The St. Louis Cardinals were fortunate to have the very best defensive shortstop in the National League in 2025 in Masyn Winn. The 23-year-old had his season end prematurely due to a meniscus injury in his knee, but he was still able to show what he can do throughout the campaign.

Chaim Bloom News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / November 6

3 Biggest Moves Chaim Bloom Must Make For Cardinals This Offseason

The 2025-26 offseason has officially arrived, and the St. Louis Cardinals are already turning the page toward a new era. After another disappointing season, new president of baseball operations Chaim Bloom is taking charge and setting the course for the future.

Nolan Arenado News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / November 6

2 Unlikely Teams Linked To Cardinals All-Star Nolan Arenado

Who should the St. Louis Cardinals call this offseason as they try to offload Nolan Arenado? If you are Cardinals fan and have been following along with the organization over the last year or so, you've likely seen all of the rumors and speculation about the eight-time All-Star.

Nolan Arenado News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / November 5

Cardinals Predicted To Trade Nolan Arenado To National League Rival

St. Louis Cardinals third baseman Nolan Arenado is one of the top trade candidates of the entire Major League Baseball offseason. At age 34, Arenado has declined sharply from the eight-time All-Star and 10-time Gold Glover he was earlier in his career.

MLB News / Yardbarker / November 5

Max Scherzer linked to NL Central team amid uncertain future

If he can stay healthy, the three-time Cy Young winner and eight-time All-Star could be exactly what this team needs.

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Masyn Winn News / The Forkball / November 5

Winn Becomes Youngest Cardinal to Win N.L. Gold Glove

The torch has officially been passed in the National League, and the future of defensive excellence in St. Louis has arrived. Masyn Winn, the dynamic young shortstop for the St.