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Cardinals’ Chaim Bloom Signals Big Offseason Plans Before Winter Meetings

The St. Louis Cardinals have already gotten going on what should be a very important offseason in the Gateway to the West. Last week, they sent right-hander Sonny Gray to the Boston Red Sox in exchange for pitchers Brandon Clarke and Richard Fitts.

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Cardinals Called 'Perfect' Match For Ex-Rangers Starter

The Major League Baseball offseason isn't close to coming to an end, but it already feels like it has been a long one. Rumors have been swirling since before the 2025 season even came to an end and we've seen more big moves get done before the Winter Meetings than expected.

St. Louis Cardinals News / Viva El Birdos / December 1

Former Cardinal outfielders who Cardinals might bring back

I noticed a curious thing when I was perusing potential outfielders for the Cardinals to sign. I noticed this when I made a case for Michael Conforto, which was understandably not received that well.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / November 30

Cardinals Should Target St. Louis Native As New Closer With 2x All-Star Off Market

The St. Louis Cardinals were sellers at this year’s trade deadline, trading away relievers Ryan Helsley, Phil Maton and Steven Matz. Helsley, the reigning National League Reliever of the Year at the time, was their closer, and with him gone, the Cardinals shifted to Riley O’Brien.

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A Major League switch hitter has hit at least 35 home runs on 35 occasions in MLB history. How many of the switch hitters to reach that milestone can you name in five minutes?

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Nolan Arenado News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / November 30

Cardinals’ Nolan Arenado Buzz Isn’t Anything Like Last Offseason

It's been a whirlwind of a year for the St. Louis Cardinals and third baseman Nolan Arenado. Last offseason, rumors began to circulate about Arenado and his role with the organization.

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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.

Brendan Donovan News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 30

Mets’ perfect trade offer for Cardinals’ Brendan Donovan

The New York Mets are at a critical juncture in their roster construction. After trading Brandon Nimmo to acquire Marcus Semien, the front office has rebalanced their infield and now faces the pressing task of bolstering their starting rotation and outfield depth.

Sonny Gray News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / November 30

Cardinals Should Buy Low On Former All-Star As Ideal Replacement For Sonny Gray

The St. Louis Cardinals got going on their rebuild last week when they shipped right-hander Sonny Gray to the Boston Red Sox in exchange for pitchers Richard Fitts and Brandon Clarke.

Brendan Donovan News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 30

Cubs’ perfect trade offer for Cardinals’ Brendan Donovan

The Chicago Cubs have positioned themselves as legitimate World Series contenders heading into the 2026 season, but one glaring need remains unaddressed on their roster.

St. Louis Cardinals News / Viva El Birdos / November 30

The pitching revamp continues for the Cardinals

Reports at the start of the offseason stated that the St. Louis Cardinals were expected to be a popular target for rival teams looking to enhance their rosters for next season.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / November 30

Predictions For Cardinals Trade Chips Nolan Arenado, Brendan Donovan

December is just about here and we should see an uptick in moves made around Major League Baseball very soon. The St. Louis Cardinals are one of just a few teams that already have dipped their toes in the trade market.

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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 / November 29

Royals Slugger Posts Brendan Donovan Amid Cardinals Trade Rumors

It's hot stove season across Major League Baseball and the St. Louis Cardinals are under a microscope right now because of the volume of trade candidates on the roster.

Ryan Helsley News / Viva El Birdos / November 29

Former St. Louis Cardinals Closer Ryan Helsley is Now a Baltimore Oriole

The wheels continue to turn as the baseball offseason rolls on with another free agent signing. This time it’s former St. Louis Cardinals closer Ryan Helsley who is now reportedly a Baltimore Oriole.

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Chaim Bloom News / Just Baseball / November 29

Chaim Bloom Has To Clean Up Someone Else’s Mess Again

The St. Louis Cardinals once again find themselves in a state of limbo. They’re three years removed from the postseason and still don’t seem any stronger of a contender than they’ve been in recent seasons.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / November 29

Cardinals All-Star Could Be Next Out After 4 Seasons In St. Louis

The St. Louis Cardinals have a lot of work still to do and it seems like only a matter of time before we see another trade get done. With all of the rumors swirling around the organization, some sort of deal could come at any time.

St. Louis Cardinals News / Viva El Birdos / November 29

Cardinals Rumors: Latest on Nolan Arenado & Brendan Donovan

As the Winter Meetings in December draw closer, we’re likely to learn the fate of Nolan Arenado, Brendan Donovan and maybe even Alec Burleson soon as the St.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / November 28

Cardinals Fan-Favorite Called 'Most Obvious' Trade Chip In Baseball

Who will be the next to go for the St. Louis Cardinals? Sonny Gray was the team's first trade chip of the offseason but there should be more to come. The perception around the team has already shifted a tad this offseason.

MLB News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / November 28

Cardinals Make Under-The-Radar Pitching Roster Move Post-Sonny Gray Trade

The St. Louis Cardinals probably aren't a bad team to land with for free agents on the fringes of major league roster contention. After trading Sonny Gray to the Boston Red Sox on Tuesday, it's pretty clear that the Cardinals are entering rebuilding mode.