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Cardinals Could Get Surprise Pitching Gift Back From Yankees

The St. Louis Cardinals could have a hurler coming back to the organization in the very near future. The New York Yankees selected former Cardinals pitching prospect Cade Winquest in the Major League Phase of the 2025 Rule 5 Draft, but designated him for assignment on Thursday, per Jon Heyman of the New York Post.

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Cardinals’ biggest flop to begin 2026 MLB season

The St. Louis Cardinals have opened the 2026 season in a competitive position, but Dustin May’s early statistical profile has quickly emerged as the most concerning storyline in the rotation.

Packy Naughton News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / April 9

Packy Naughton’s Cardinals Return Hits Another Cruel Twist

The St. Louis Cardinals' bullpen depth took a hit down in the minors on Wednesday. Packy Naughton, who hasn't pitched in a big league game since 2023 as he has battled through elbow injuries, impressed throughout Spring Training.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / April 9

Cardinals Prospect Report: Liam Doyle, Rainiel Rodriguez, Joshua Báez Updates

It's been a fun run to kick off the 2026 Major League Baseball season for the St. Louis Cardinals. There's been plenty of firepower — starting with Jordan Walker and JJ Wetherholt — and the club has outperformed expectations so far.

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St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / April 9

One Signing Paying Dividends for Cardinals in 2026, One Falling Short

The St. Louis Cardinals may have torn down their roster last offseason, but they are actually playing solid baseball to start the 2026 season. They are heading home to play the Boston Red Sox after going 7-5 in their first 12 games.

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One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026

As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.

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St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / April 9

Cardinals Star Prospect Already Emerging as Early Callup Candidate

The St. Louis Cardinals opted for a rebuild this year, and it's seemingly beginning to pay off early in the season. The Cardinals don't look like a World Series contender, obviously, but their young players are producing and improving at the biggest stage.

George Soriano News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / April 9

Cardinals' George Soriano May Have Unlocked New Weapon for 2026

The St. Louis Cardinals were active this past offseason, trading away all of their veteran players and stockpiling as much young talent as possible, especially on the pitching side.

Michael McGreevy News / Viva El Birdos / April 9

Cardinals’ Hidden Problem: McGreevy Is Playing With Fire Thus Far

It’s a long season that’s just getting underway, but the St. Louis Cardinals are performing in some surprising ways. Jordan Walker…might be a thing? (Crosses fingers, avoids black cats, throws salt over shoulder.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / April 9

What We Got Right—and Wrong—About the Cardinals After 12 Games

The St. Louis Cardinals have 12 games under their belt so far in the 2026 Major League Baseball season and a day off on Thursday before they will begin a three-game series against the Boston Red Sox at home on Friday night.

St. Louis Cardinals News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 9

Has Cardinals’ Jordan Walker finally arrived? Ex-superstar prospect drops mic after another HR

Over his first three years at the major league level, St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Jordan Walker didn’t live up to his top prospect status. However, the 2026 season has presented a completely different story.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / April 9

2 Positive Signs, 1 Sign of Trouble for 2026 Cardinals

The St. Louis Cardinals are set to return home to face the Boston Red Sox after winning a series against the Washington Nationals. They are 7-5 through their first 12 games of the season and just one game back of first place in the National League Central.

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25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season

The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / April 9

Cardinals Biggest Achilles' Heel Through 12 Games

The vibes are high with the St. Louis Cardinals right now but things could be even better. St. Louis is 7-5 on the season so far and is just one game behind the Milwaukee Brewers and Cincinnati Reds for the top spot in the National League Central.

St. Louis Cardinals News / Viva El Birdos / April 9

Early look at one thing every Cardinal player could improve

It’s difficult to know what to write about this early in the season, because any stats you share are required by law to have the small sample size disclaimer.

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Cardinals slugger has a newfound confidence at the plate

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

Cardinals Officially Sign 17-Year-Old Flamethrower to $400K Contract

The St. Louis Cardinals opted for a rebuild this offseason, which was led by a slew of big trades. They moved players like Brendan Donovan, Nolan Arenado, and Willson Contreras, among others, in an attempt to bring in prospects to build for the future.

Jordan Walker News / Field Level Media / April 8

Jordan Walker goes deep to help Cardinals slay Nationals

Jordan Walker homered again, Alec Burleson drove in three runs and notched three hits and starting pitcher Michael McGreevy retired the final 10 batters he faced as the St.

MLB News / Viva El Birdos / April 8

Game Discussion for the St. Louis Cardinals vs Washington Nationals

The St. Louis Cardinals will wrap up the first road trip of the 2026 season with a Wednesday afternoon contest against an old friend. While the Cardinals have Michael McGreevy scheduled to make the afternoon start, the Washington Nationals will send Ron Burgundy Miles Mikolas to the mound.

Michael McGreevy News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / April 8

Cardinals Would Be Wise To Avoid Offering Michael McGreevy Long-Term Deal

There has been a growing trend around Major League Baseball with young guys getting early contract extensions. It's a good trend. While it increases short-term costs for a club, if you get a deal right, you save in the long-term.

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

St. Louis Cardinals Ranked Near Bottom of MLB in Latest Power Rankings

The St. Louis Cardinals opted to punt on the season after trading a slew of their veteran stars over the offseason. Brendan Donovan, Nolan Arenado, Willson Contreras, and Sonny Gray were all traded out of St.

Hunter Dobbins News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / April 8

Cardinals Have a Tough Call to Make on Hunter Dobbins

The St. Louis Cardinals are seemingly close to getting another hurler in the mix for the starting rotation. Hunter Dobbins was acquired from the Boston Red Sox this past offseason in the Willson Contreras trade.

MLB News / Field Level Media / April 8

Hot outfielders lead Nationals, Cardinals into decisive game

St. Louis outfielder Jordan Walker will look to continue his hot streak when the Cardinals and Washington Nationals meet in the rubber game of their three-game series Wednesday afternoon in the nation's capital.

MLB News / Field Level Media / April 7

Late rallies lift Cardinals to 10-inning win over Nationals

Thomas Saggese and JJ Wetherholt hit run-scoring doubles in the 10th inning and the visiting St. Louis Cardinals beat the Washington Nationals 7-6 on Tuesday night.

Nick Raquet News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 6

Cardinals To Trade Nick Raquet To Orioles

The Orioles are acquiring reliever Nick Raquet from the Cardinals, reports Ari Alexander of Boston 7 News. St. Louis designated the lefty for assignment yesterday.

Jared Shuster News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 5

Cardinals Select Jared Shuster

The Cardinals are selecting the contract of left-hander Jared Shuster, as relayed by Jeff Jones of the Belleville News-Democrat. Lefty Nick Raquet was designated for assignment in the corresponding move, while right-hander Chris Roycroft was optioned to the minor leagues.

JJ Wetherholt News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 1

Cardinals Have Shown Interest In JJ Wetherholt Extension

The Cardinals have interest in an extension with JJ Wetherholt, reports Jon Heyman of The New York Post. There’s no indication talks have gotten far, though it’s understandable that St.