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Cardinals Could Have Clear Path To Trade All-Star To Mariners

The St. Louis Cardinals are about to undergo a fire sale this offseason as they fully commit to their rebuild for 2026. They need to add young and controllable pitching in trades.

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Brendan Donovan Market Taking Shape As Cardinals Rumors Heat Up

If there was one player that St. Louis Cardinals fans should be paying attention this offseason, it would be Brendan Donovan. He has been talked about all offseason to this point.

MLB News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / December 13

Yankees, Mariners Monitoring Cardinals 2025 Breakout Hurler

The St. Louis Cardinals have multiple hot commodities on the trade block right now. St. Louis, coming off a 78-84 season, is open for business. Rumors have been swirling since last offseason about the possibilities of various players getting moved.

St. Louis Cardinals News / Viva El Birdos / December 13

Prospect Volatility: Measuring Year-Over-Year Breakouts

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MLB News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / December 12

Red Sox Involved In Ongoing Trade Sweepstakes For Cardinals Star

The St. Louis Cardinals are clearly heading for a rebuild this winter. They kicked this rebuild off by trading Sonny Gray to the Boston Red Sox in exchange for a haul of prospects.

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25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026

The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.

Nolan Arenado News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / December 12

Cardinals Might Have To Get Creative With Potential Nolan Arenado Trade

The St. Louis Cardinals tried to trade Nolan Arenado last offseason, but after he blocked a trade to the Houston Astros, he was forced to remain in St.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / December 12

Insider Drops Major Hint About Cardinals’ Pitching Approach Moving Forward

The St. Louis Cardinals left the Winter Meetings without making any moves, but that doesn’t mean that they weren’t active. They are expected to trade several veterans this offseason, including Nolan Arenado and Brendan Donovan.

Willson Contreras News / Viva El Birdos / December 12

Report: Boston Red Sox Talking to St. Louis Cardinals about Willson Contreras

Slowly but surely, we’re learning what the St. Louis Cardinals were doing behind the scenes at the MLB Winter Meetings this week and the days that follow.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / December 12

Former Cardinals Top Prospect In Picture For Spring Training

The St. Louis Cardinals' pitching depth took significant hits injury wise throughout the 2025 season. Tekoah Roby, Cooper Hjerpe, and Sem Robberse all underwent surgeries and are working their way back.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / December 12

Cardinals, Red Sox Blockbuster Rumors Center On Willson Contreras

The St. Louis Cardinals have a slugger at their disposal who could be a very intriguing trade piece, if the right deal comes along. There was a time early in the offseason when it didn't seem likely at all that Willson Contreras would be traded.

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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 / December 12

Latest On Brendan Donovan With Cardinals Blockbuster Likely

Another day, another Brendan Donovan trade rumor. The St. Louis Cardinals All-Star had a career year in 2025 and has now been one of the most talked-about players in baseball, with teams all over the league interested in his services.

Chaim Bloom News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / December 11

Chaim Bloom’s Latest Message Is Exactly What Cardinals Fans Needed To Hear

The St. Louis Cardinals didn’t make any moves at the Winter Meetings, but that doesn't mean that they weren’t busy. Chaim Bloom was simply laying the groundwork for the rest of the offseason.

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St. Louis Cardinals News / Viva El Birdos / December 11

Cardinals Rumors: Contreras, Nootbaar and What If Nolan Arenado Comes Back

The MLB Winter Meetings this week seemed to be eerily quiet for the St. Louis Cardinals. New reports seem to indicate that there was a lot of activity happening behind the scenes as there’s new interest in both Willson Contreras and Lars Nootbaar and questions answered about what would it be like if Nolan Arenado remained a St.

MLB News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / December 11

Brendan Donovan, Ketel Marte 'Clear Top Options' For Blockbuster 2B Trades

The winter meetings are over, but the rumors aren't dying down across Major League Baseball in the slightest. The St. Louis Cardinals still remain one of the most talked-about teams in baseball and one of the biggest reasons why is All-Star utility man Brendan Donovan.

Nolan Arenado News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 11

Cardinals rumors: Nolan Arenado among St. Louis trades ‘almost certain’ to happen

Rumors suggest the St. Louis Cardinals are in for a busy offseason, as it sounds like the front office could be making multiple trades. One player to keep an eye on is Nolan Arenado, as one MLB Insider believes it is likely the star third baseman gets moved at some point.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / December 11

Two Fresh Cardinals Trade Predictions After Winter Meetings Wrap Up

The St. Louis Cardinals’ offseason plans are starting to take shape. They didn’t make any moves at the Winter Meetings, but they aren’t close to being done just yet.

Tyler Mahle News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / December 11

Tyler Mahle Headlines Veteran Trio Linked To Cardinals

The St. Louis Cardinals didn’t swing any deals throughout the winter meetings, but they did make or clear that they are looking. Cardinals president of baseball operations Chaim Bloom spoke candidly throughout the week about the club’s various trade candidates.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / December 11

Cardinals Predicted To Trade Fan Favorite All-Star To Mariners

The St. Louis Cardinals are headed for a big rebuild this offseason and they've already taken the first step toward doing so. They traded Sonny Gray to the Boston Red Sox in exchange for a small haul of talented prospects.

Brendan Donovan News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / December 11

Cardinals Reportedly Discussed Targets For Brendan Donovan Trade

The St. Louis Cardinals entered the 2025 winter meetings with a handful of trade candidates and came away with the same number of them. St. Louis didn't get a trade done throughout the week, but that doesn't mean that progress wasn't made.

Willson Contreras News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / December 11

Cardinals’ 3-Time All-Star Still Hoping To Stay In St. Louis, Per Insider

The St. Louis Cardinals were quiet at the Winter Meetings, not making any major moves that impact their Major League roster for 2026. But that doesn’t mean they weren’t productive.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 9

New suitor emerges for Cardinals' Brendan Donovan

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Willson Contreras News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 8

Cardinals’ Oli Marmol drops measured take on Willson Contreras trade rumors

As there have been rumors surrounding St. Louis Cardinals star Willson Contreras and a potential trade that could be coming this winter or before next season, one person within the ball club has given their thoughts on the matter.

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MLB Winter Meetings takeaways: Padres make big pitching decision

The San Diego Padres have seemingly answered one of their biggest offseason questions. However, the answer opens up more questions for a team looking to get back to the postseason in 2026.

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Lars Nootbaar News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 7

Cardinals not looking to move OF Lars Nootbaar

As one of the few teams in baseball in true rebuild mode, the Cardinals are open to offers on most players on their roster, yet some of the Cards’ most-cited trade candidates may be a little more available than others.