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Lars Nootbaar may start 2026 season on IL following surgery

Cardinals outfielder Lars Nootbaar was among the players that St. Louis brass announced underwent surgery earlier this month, as he went under the knife on October 7 to shave down Haglund’s deformities on both heels.

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Untimely Death Of Cardinals Prospect Caused Ripple Effect, Still Impacts Team Today

When you think of the St. Louis Cardinals, you naturally think of some of the best players to ever play Major League Baseball. Hall-of-Fame level players have graced the franchise and made their mark on the city and team.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / October 26

Cardinals Shouldn't Pass On Opportunity To Sign $15 Million Ex-Cy Young

The St. Louis Cardinals are entering a very important offseason, their first with Chaim Bloom in charge of baseball operations. They went 78-84 in 2025 and are set to rebuild for the first time in decades.

Sonny Gray News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / October 26

Predicting Cardinals' 2026 Rotation Amid Sonny Gray Trade Rumors

The St. Louis Cardinals' starting rotation could use some work right now, especially if they do end up trading Sonny Gray away before the 2026 season begins.

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St. Louis Cardinals News / Viva El Birdos / October 26

Silver Slugger expectations for Herrera, Wetherholt

The St. Louis Cardinals received what I thought to be surprising news when both Brendan Donovan and Alec Burleson were named Silver Slugger award finalists.

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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.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / October 25

How Cardinals Can Replace 28-Year-Old Fan Favorite After Surgeries

The St. Louis Cardinals were hit with some tough news earlier this week when it was announced by Jeff Jones of the Belleville News Democrat that outfielder Lars Nootbaar had undergone surgeries on his heels to repair Haglund's deformity.

Nolan Arenado News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / October 25

These Two Teams That Would Be Wise To Contact Cardinals About Nolan Arenado

The St. Louis Cardinals are about to begin one of their most crucial offseasons in recent memory. John Mozeliak passed the torch down to Chaim Bloom, who is set to begin the first rebuild in St.

St. Louis Cardinals News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 25

Cardinals’ overlooked pitching prospect who could become a star

After a disappointing season that ended without a playoff berth — and with rumors swirling about a potential Nolan Arenado deal that would almost certainly mark the first step of a rebuild — the St.

St. Louis Cardinals News / Viva El Birdos / October 25

The St. Louis Cardinals most surprising defender in 2025

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Lars Nootbaar News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / October 25

Cardinals Takes Are Out Of Hand, Especially For Lars Nootbaar

There is no doubt that the St. Louis Cardinals have a lot of decisions that they are going to need to make, especially when it comes to the trade market.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / October 24

What Can Cardinals Take Away From 2025 World Series Participants?

The World Series between the defending champion Los Angeles Dodgers and Toronto Blue Jays kicks off on Friday night at Rogers Centre. The first pitch will be at 8 p.m.

St. Louis Cardinals News / Viva El Birdos / October 24

Hunt and Peck: Silver & Gold

With the 2025 Major League Baseball season coming to a close, award season is nigh and on Thursday two Cardinals were named finalists for the Silver Slugger.

Nolan Arenado News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / October 24

3 Cardinals Predictions, Including Future Of Nolan Arenado

There's no question that these next few months are going to have a long-term impact on the St. Louis Cardinals organization as a whole. There's been so much noise about potential trades for the organization.

Lars Nootbaar News / Viva El Birdos / October 24

Lars Nootbaar’s surgeries change the entire outlook of the Cardinals offseason

On Tuesday, Jeff Jones announced that both Lars Nootbaar and Brendan Donovan underwent surgeries. Donovan’s was to deal with a sports hernia, which shouldn’t impact his offseason too much.

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Sonny Gray News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / October 24

Two Teams Cardinals Should Call About Sonny Gray Right Now

The St. Louis Cardinals’ biggest decision for the starting rotation this offseason centers around the future of Sonny Gray. The three-time All-Star is under contract for the 2026 season and is owed $35 million.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / October 23

Cardinals Can't Afford To Let 28-Year-Old All-Star Go

It's not secret that the St. Louis Cardinals have a complicated few months ahead. Chaim Bloom's job is going to be navigating some difficult waters that

MLB News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / October 23

Astros Floated As a Potential Trade Suitor For Cardinals' $75 Million Ace

The St. Louis Cardinals are headed for a rebuild this season. They're expected to make some big moves this winter, potentially including a few big trades.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / October 23

Cardinals Headline List Of Potential Suitors For $15 Million All Star

The St. Louis Cardinals are headed for a rebuild this offseason. They've recently passed the power from John Mozeliak to Chaim Bloom and they're expected to make some moves this offseason to further progress their rebuild.

MLB News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / October 23

Why Mariners 27-Year-Old Pitcher Could Make Sense For Cardinals

The St. Louis Cardinals finished the 2025 season 78-84 and missed the postseason for the third consecutive year. They now are set for some big changes under Chaim Bloom as president of baseball operations.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / October 23

Cardinals Could Have Pathway To Offloading $75 Million Man

The St. Louis Cardinals are a team with far more questions than answers right now. Chaim Bloom now is the president of baseball operations after John Mozeliak held the role for years.

Yadier Molina News / Yardbarker / October 20

Cardinals open door for Yadier Molina's return

Joe McEwing is out in St. Louis, which could open the door for the Cardinals to bring Yadier Molina back into the fold.

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Willson Contreras News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 19

Willson Contreras' move to first base was a success

It was less than a year ago that the Cardinals made the decision to move three-time All-Star Willson Contreras to first base after the veteran slugger indicated he wasn’t interested in waiving his no-trade clause to leave St.

St. Louis Cardinals News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 17

Cardinals announce three players underwent surgery

A trio of St. Louis Cardinals underwent surgical procedures in recent weeks, the team announced Friday.

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MLB News / Yardbarker / October 15

New details prove Cardinals made the right decision to fire Mike Shildt in 2021

Jon Heyman of the New York Post revealed that there was tension between Shildt and the Padres' coaching staff, and that similar issues arose when he was fired from the Cardinals in 2021.

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