St. Louis Cardinals: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Where Cardinals Stand As Arbitration Filing Deadline Arrives

It's going to be an intriguing day across Major League Baseball on Thursday. The salary arbitration filing deadline day has arrived. What that means is that organizations and players have to exchange salary figures by Thursday afternoon.

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Cardinals Get Bad News In Nolan Arenado Sweepstakes

The Nolan Arenado market has not been moving yet this offseason. Jeff Jones of the Belleville News-Democrat reported earlier in the week that the St. Louis Cardinals are expecting to have to include at least $15 million in a trade to send Arenado out of town.

St. Louis Cardinals News / Viva El Birdos / January 8

Looking at the left-handed relief depth on Cardinals

A few days ago, the Cardinals acquired left-handed reliever Justin Bruhl from the Cleveland Guardians for cash considerations. In order to do this, they DFA’d Zak Kent and while I think Kent was meant as a lottery ticket, I am also sure they are making a calculated gamble he will go unclaimed.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / January 7

One-Time All-Star Worth Second Look With Cardinals

The St. Louis Cardinals shouldn't close the door on any move right now. St. Louis isn't a team expected to enter the 2026 season as a contender. That shouldn't stop them from looking around.

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The 'MLB Home Run Derby champions' quiz

MLB held its inaugural Home Run Derby event at the 1985 MLB All-Star Game. How many of the winners can you name in five minutes?

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The 'Most home runs by a switch hitter' quiz

Edward Cabrera News / Viva El Birdos / January 7

St. Louis Cardinals Rival Loading Up – Cubs Trade for Cabrera

The dynamics of the National League Central continue to shift as the St. Louis Cardinals continue their rebuild of their minor league system with many unknowns on their major league roster while the Chicago Cubs made a big trade for Miami Marlins pitcher Edward Cabrera.

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The 25 most memorable sports plays of 2025

When it comes to unforgettable plays within the 2025 sports calendar, this was truly a special year. Here's our rankings of the 25 best.

Brendan Donovan News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / January 7

Cardinals Should Shift Trade Focus To 5-Year Veteran After Brendan Donovan Update

The St. Louis Cardinals have been busy this winter. They signed right-hander Dustin May to bolster their starting rotation, but also traded ace Sonny Gray and first baseman Willson Contreras to the Boston Red Sox.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / January 7

Cardinals Should Enter Ryne Stanek Sweepstakes After Reported NL Central Interest

The 2026 season is fast approaching, but there isn’t much excitement for the St. Louis Cardinals or their fans. It might be a tough year as the team continues its rebuild and potentially trades away some veterans on their roster.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / January 7

Cardinals Biggest Remaining Question After Guardians Trade

The St. Louis Cardinals have done a very solid job this offseason. The market has moved slowly across the league, and yet it seems like every few days the Cardinals pop up and do something.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / January 7

Cardinals Should Pursue Reunion With Fiery Veteran Outfielder

It may be a tough year for the St. Louis Cardinals in 2026. Several star players are gone, and more could be on the way out as a result of their rebuild.

Justin Bruihl News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / January 7

Cardinals' Justin Bruihl Likely To Replace 6-Year Veteran

The St. Louis Cardinals made another under-the-radar move on Tuesday that could have a positive impact on the 2026 season. St. Louis acquired left-handed relief pitcher Justin Bruihl from the Cleveland Guardians for cash considerations.

Brendan Donovan News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 7

Mariners labeled best fit for Brendan Donovan, but there’s a Cardinals problem

Trade talks involving Brendan Donovan have slowed as the St. Louis Cardinals continue to weigh offers, despite some evaluators identifying the Seattle Mariners as a logical landing spot.

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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.

Brendan Donovan News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / January 7

Cardinals Have Clear Reason To Keep Brendan Donovan After Latest Update

2026 may be a rough year for the St. Louis Cardinals. They already sent veterans Willson Contreras and Sonny Gray to the Boston Red Sox, which accounts for some major subtractions this offseason.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / January 7

One Free Agent Cardinals Should Absolutely Try To Sign

The St. Louis Cardinals have had a good offseason so far. If the club wants to make another move, the best bet would be another right-handed bat. Derrick Goold of the St.

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The 'NFL passing TD leaders by year' quiz

The 'Most sacks in an NFL season' quiz

The 'Last 4K-yard passer by NFL team' quiz

The 'Heisman Trophy winners since 2000' quiz

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

What Nolan Arenado Trade Could Cost Cardinals

What will it take for the St. Louis Cardinals to trade away Nolan Arenado this winter? This has been a talking point around the organization over the last year.

Brendan Donovan News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / January 6

Why Keeping Brendan Donovan Would Be Just Fine For Cardinals

The St. Louis Cardinals might be in for a rough season in 2026 as they rebuild for the first time in over three decades. There may be a lot of frustration from the fanbase when concerning the results on the field.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / January 6

Cardinals Next Steps After Acquiring Lefty Justin Bruihl

The St. Louis Cardinals haven't made any massive, nine-figure additions to the organization, but they are having a good offseason nonetheless. We'll have to wait until the games start being played to truly judge how the club is doing, but St.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 6

Cardinals swipe pitcher from Guardians in trade

The St. Louis Cardinals are picking up a pitcher as they look to bolster their roster this offseason. St. Louis is trading with the Cleveland Guardians for reliever Justin Bruihl, per the team’s social media.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 6