St. Louis Cardinals: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Breaking Down the Cardinals’ Projected Opening Day Lineup.

The Cardinals’ 2026 regular season is set to kick off on Thursday, March 26th. The official Opening Day roster for the club has been set. There are a couple of surprises about some players being left off the big league roster.

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Cardinals Shocking Nelson Velázquez Roster Cut Explained

The St. Louis Cardinals made a very surprising decision on Monday. Over the course of Spring Training, few players impressed more than 27-year-old outfielder Nelson Velázquez.

JJ Wetherholt News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 23

JJ Wetherholt, MLB’s No. 5 prospect, makes Cardinals Opening Day roster

The St. Louis Cardinals continue shaping their future as top prospect JJ Wetherholt headlines Opening Day roster discussions. The organization is turning to one of MLB’s top young talents, with Wetherholt emerging as a potential contender in the National League Rookie of the Year race following a strong spring.

St. Louis Cardinals News / Total Apex Sports / March 23

St. Louis Cardinals Reassign Nelson Velázquez After Strong Spring Showing

The Cardinals entered camp with a crowded outfield picture, and Nelson Velázquez knew he’d have to hit his way into the conversation. He did exactly that.

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Game Discussion for St. Louis Cardinals vs Springfield Cardinals

As the St. Louis Cardinals make their way toward Busch Stadium for Opening Day Thursday, they make a stop in Springfield for a game against the minor league Cardinals at Hammons Field starting at 6:05pm.

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Cardinals Make Decision On Top Prospect Before Opening Day

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JJ Wetherholt News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 23

JJ Wetherholt To Make Cardinals’ Opening Day Roster

Infield prospect JJ Wetherholt has made the Cardinals’ Opening Day roster. President of baseball operations Chaim Bloom passed the news along to reporters, including Jeff Jones of the Belleville News-Democrat.

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

The Key to Cardinals' Potential Success in 2026

The St. Louis Cardinals have finished their spring training schedule and now head into a crucial 2026 season. Despite their rebuild, 2026 is going to be a very important year as they assess what they have within and determine who they are going to build around in the future.

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Cardinals Place No. 10 Prospect on 60-Day Injured List

The St. Louis Cardinals are putting the finishing touches on the roster just ahead of Opening Day on Thursday against the Tampa Bay Rays. On Monday, the Cardinals made a move that wasn't overtly shocking by any means, but helps with the flexibility of the roster by placing No.

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

Oli Marmol Pushes Back Against One Expected Cardinals Weakness

It was only natural that the manager of a very young baseball team would be asked about leadership a lot going into the season. The St. Louis Cardinals traded away four of their longest-tenured players last season, including the only two (Nolan Arenado and Brendan Donovan) who had ever made All-Star teams wearing a Cardinals uniform.

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

Cardinals' Franchise Legend Will Be Present for Opening Day

The St. Louis Cardinals are set to begin yet another season in their franchise history. The expectations may be different this year, but it doesn't take away from all the great moments that have occurred in franchise history.

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

Where Iván Herrera Stands in Cardinals’ Catcher Plans

One thing that is true about the St. Louis Cardinals organization right now is that they are stacked at catcher. With Opening Day just a few days away, the current expectation is that Pedro Pagés, Yohel Pozo and Iván Herrera will break camp as catchers for the big league club.

Masyn Winn News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / March 23

Why Masyn Winn Thinks 2026 Will 'Actually Be Better' for Cardinals

The St. Louis Cardinals wrapped up spring training with a 3-2 win on Sunday over the Houston Astros. Now, all they have to do is set their Opening Day roster.

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

Cardinals Found an Under-the-Radar Breakout Star for 2026

There isn't much time left before the St. Louis Cardinals are going to kick off the 2026 Major League Baseball season. St. Louis will begin the 2026 season on Thursday against the Tampa Bay Rays at Busch Stadium.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / March 22

Cardinals Have One Big Decision to Make Before Opening Day

The St. Louis Cardinals arguably have just one more legit roster competition to sort out. Who is going to be the team's left fielder moving forward until Lars Nootbaar is ready to roll?

St. Louis Cardinals News / Viva El Birdos / March 22

Comparing the Cardinals: Will the bullpen provide any relief in St. Louis?

Week 1: Starting Pitching Week 2: Catchers Week 3: Corner Infield Week 4: Middle Infield Week 5: Outfield We made it! Opening Week is here! In just five short days, the Chaim Bloom (rebuild) era takes off as the Cardinals host the Tampa Bay Rays to the pomp and circumstance of Opening Day.

Lars Nootbaar News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 21

Cardinals’ Lars Nootbaar receives unfortunate injury update ahead of Opening Day

St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Lars Nootbaar is reportedly going to begin the 2026 season on the injured list, according to William Ladson. The outfielder is dealing with a heel injury and a timeline for a return has yet to be revealed.

Masyn Winn News / Last Word On Sports / March 21

Debating Where Young Cardinals Shortstop Should Hit in the Lineup

The St. Louis Cardinals’ sparkling shortstop Masyn Winn now enters his fourth season as the cornerstone of the team’s infield. After winning his first Gold Glove last year, he is now firmly one of the better defenders in the game and the franchise stalwart at short.

Richard Fitts News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 19

Cardinals Option Richard Fitts

The Cardinals optioned Richard Fitts on Wednesday, seemingly finalizing their season-opening rotation. Fitts was trying to win a spot at the back end over Michael McGreevy or Andre Pallante.