St. Louis Cardinals: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Cardinals Cut Ties With 28-Year-Old Catcher Among 4 Non-Tenders

The St. Louis Cardinals sent four players to free agency on Friday night. The non-tender deadline came and went, and the Cardinals were busy as they opted against tendering contracts to catcher Yohel Pozo, right-handed pitcher Jorge Alcala, left-handed pitcher John King, and right-handed pitcher Sem Robberse, per the team.

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All Aboard the Wetherholt Hype Train: What Can Cards Expect?

There’s a sense that the St. Louis Cardinals have a special player in JJ Wetherholt. There’s no debating his talent, but can anyone possibly live up to the hype that is building around him?

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 21

Cubs to sign reliever Phil Maton

Free-agent reliever Phil Maton is signing with the Cubs, reports Michael Cerami of Bleacher Nation.

Nolan Arenado News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 21

Cardinals rumors: All-Star drawing Dodgers, Mets trade interest, and it’s not Nolan Arenado

The St. Louis Cardinals have a mindset to step up in the National League Central next season. After three years where they failed to gain a spot in the postseason, they are determined to improve their baseball team in any way that president of baseball operations Chaim Bloom can manage.

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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.

Brendan Donovan News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / November 21

Cardinals May Lose Brendan Donovan Trade Suitor After Latest Update

The St. Louis Cardinals have been fielding calls for All-Star second baseman Brendan Donovan over the last week, and his market is quite robust. Several teams have already shown interest.

St. Louis Cardinals News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 21

Cardinals allow 3 pitchers to hit free agency

Teams around the league are making roster moves right now as MLB free agency begins. On Friday, it appears the St. Louis Cardinals might be making some big pitching changes after letting three pitchers walk.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / November 21

Why Trading a Fan-Favorite Breakout Player Could Backfire on the Cardinals

The St. Louis Cardinals have some busy work ahead of them this offseason. Under Chaim Bloom, there will be some big trades made to ship out some high-priced veterans and stars.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / November 21

Cardinals Predicted to Trade 8-Time All-Star This Winter — But Is It a Mistake?

The St. Louis Cardinals have a big offseason ahead of them. They need to add some pitching, but also trade away some high-priced veterans in order to lower their payroll for 2026.

Brendan Donovan News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / November 21

Cardinals' Brendan Donovan’s Perfect Match Might Be Astros

St. Louis Cardinals All-Star utility man Brendan Donovan is emerging as someone to really keep an eye on this winter when the trade market heats up. Before the season ended, Nolan Arenado and Sonny Gray were the guys talked about the most.

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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.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / November 21

Cardinals Could Trade 8x All-Star To NL East Contender In Major Rebuild Move

The St. Louis Cardinals have a lot of work ahead of them this winter. As Chaim Bloom begins his first offseason in charge of baseball operations, the Cardinals appear likely to make some big trades.

St. Louis Cardinals News / Viva El Birdos / November 21

Of prospect runways and when they take-off

I’m going to tell you a story about a young prospect. An outfielder, no less. Tall and rangy. His most noticeable tool is his power, but he is not one-dimensional.

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St. Louis Cardinals News / Larry Brown Sports / November 20

2025 MLB All-Star emerges as an offseason trade candidate

One MLB veteran could be on the move just months after making the All-Star team. St. Louis Cardinals utilityman Brendan Donovan has emerged as a “highly-sought after” trade candidate this offseason, Jon Morosi of MLB Network reported on Thursday.

St. Louis Cardinals News / Viva El Birdos / November 20

Big Changes for St. Louis Cardinals Caravan This Winter

If you look forward to the St. Louis Cardinals Caravan every winter, you would be wise to check the just-announced locations as there are some big changes and omissions compared to previous years.

Nolan Arenado News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / November 20

Surprise NL West Contender Could Take Nolan Arenado Off Cardinals’ Hands

The St. Louis Cardinals are expected to be one of the busiest teams in Major League Baseball this winter, especially on the trade front. Nolan Arenado, Sonny Gray and Brendan Donovan are their top trade chips.

MLB News / Yardbarker / November 20

The three best trade fits for infielder Brendan Donovan

The St. Louis Cardinals are undergoing some big changes this offseason. Under Chaim Bloom, they will be looking to make some big trades.

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St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / November 20

Cardinals' $260 Million Man Gaining Steam As Top Offseason Trade Chip

The St. Louis Cardinals are headed for a big time rebuild this offseason and there are a few big moves they could make to lean into the rebuild. While the Cardinals might not want to spend big in free agency, they could look to add some affordable veterans, especially on the pitching staff.

MLB News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / November 20

Yankees, Astros Eyeing Cardinals All-Star After Stellar Season

One former St. Louis Cardinals fan-favorite took the field as a member of the New York Yankees in 2025. Could another do the same in 2026? Last offseason, the Cardinals opted to let 2022 National League Most Valuable Player Paul Goldschmidt walk in free agency.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / November 20

Insider Predicts Cardinals Will Trade $260 Million 8x All-Star This Offseason

The offseason activity will soon pick up, and the St. Louis Cardinals will be one of the most active teams. They have a lot of players that could be trade candidates.

JJ Wetherholt News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / November 20

Cardinals' JJ Wetherholt Sounds Ready For Next Step

The St. Louis Cardinals have a prospect that fans should be very excited about right now. 2024 first-round pick JJ Wetherholt has all of the makings of a star.

Nolan Arenado News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 18

Ex-player explains why Cardinals should consider keeping Nolan Arenado

The St. Louis Cardinals have made it clear this offseason they are looking to offload some of their older players. One player who is expected to go is Nolan Arenado, but a former player for St.

St. Louis Cardinals News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 16

Latest on Cardinals’ offseason plans

With Chaim Bloom now officially at the helm of the Cardinals’ baseball operations department, the rebuilding phase that the team has been expected to undergo since it was announced that Bloom would take over for John Mozeliak this offseason now looks likely to begin in earnest.