St. Louis Cardinals: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

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.

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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.

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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The 'Most home runs by a switch hitter' quiz

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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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.

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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.

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.

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.

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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.

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.

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.

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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.

Sonny Gray 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.

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

Cardinals, Mets, Mariners 'Ridiculous' Mock Trade Solves Nolan Arenado Problem

The St. Louis Cardinals have traded one of their expensive veterans away and they should get more done as soon as possible. St. Louis has been trying to flip Nolan Arenado for a year and the time is now.

St. Louis Cardinals News / Viva El Birdos / November 28

The St. Louis Cardinals have some work to do to be competitive in 2026

This article is a result of a bunch of data queries I wrote to explore the idea you are about to read about. So it will be a little dense with data, hopefully not too much so.

Oliver Marmol News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 27

Cardinals rumors: St. Louis is rebuilding. Will Oliver Marmol be part of long-term future?

The St. Louis Cardinals pushed deeper into their rebuild after trading Sonny Gray to the Boston Red Sox, and now every move in MLB Free Agency feels like a referendum on what comes next — including the future of Oliver Marmol.

St. Louis Cardinals News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 27

Cardinals notes: Donovan, Gorman, Nootbaar, Burleson, Pirates, pitching

Brendan Donovan has been drawing as much trade interest as any player in baseball, owing both to Donovan’s value as a left-handed hitter with defensive versatility and to the Cardinals’ rebuilding status.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / November 27

Cardinals Fans Get Lars Nootbaar, Nolan Gorman Trade Updates

It seems like pretty much every player on the St. Louis Cardinals' roster has been in some sort of trade rumor over the last few weeks. Sonny Gray is just the first to go, not the last.

St. Louis Cardinals News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 27

Cardinals have had preliminary extension talks with manager Oli Marmol

The Cardinals and manager Oli Marmol have opened early extension conversations, writes Derrick Goold of The St. Louis Post-Dispatch. It seems likely that some kind of multi-year agreement will be reached this offseason.

St. Louis Cardinals News / Athlon Sports / November 25

Cardinals' Willson Contreras Facing Decision After Trade News on Tuesday

The St. Louis Cardinals have officially entered the Chaim Bloom era as he has taken over as president of baseball operations, replacing longtime executive John Mozeliak.

JoJo Romero News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 25

Cardinals’ JoJo Romero generating trade interest

Romero is about as straightforward as trade candidates get.

MLB News / Yardbarker / November 26

Red Sox add needed second starter in trade with Cardinals

President of baseball operations Craig Breslow had been clear that the Red Sox wanted to add a second top-of-the-rotation starter behind Garrett Crochet.

Red Sox linked to a three-time All-Star in free agency

Diamondbacks 'listening' to Ketel Marte offers, but trade will be expensive

Three landing spots for Devin Williams

Could Dodgers look to pair of familiar faces to address needs?

Tatsuya Imai comments on the Dodgers: 'I want to beat them!'

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Yohel Pozo News / Total Apex Sports / November 24

Cardinals Bring Back Yohel Pozo on New Deal

The St. Louis Cardinals have finalized a deal to bring back catcher Yohel Pozo for the 2026 season, just days after he was non-tendered by the club. According to Derrick Goold of the St.