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MLB Writer Proposes 'Quite Unlikely' Cardinals-Cubs Trade

The St. Louis Cardinals made a pretty great move for the bullpen ahead of the 2025 Major League Baseball season. St. Louis signed veteran reliever Phil Maton on March 13th and yet he was ready for Opening Day two weeks later on Opening Day.

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Cardinals Hurler Among Top ESPN Columnist's 2025 Breakout Aces List

The St. Louis Cardinals could make significant changes to their pitching staff this summer but fortunately, they have several young hurlers' futures to be excited about.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / April 30

Cardinals go Back-to-Back-to-Back to Break Open Game Against Reds

The St. Louis Cardinals' offense exploded for three straight home runs in the top of the ninth during game one of the team's doubleheader against the Cincinnati

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

Cardinals 'Back On Track' To End Polarizing Trade Saga This Summer

The St. Louis Cardinals face confusing times as their youth core looks to exceed expectations while the front office searches for ways to reduce the payroll.

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

Cardinals Urged To Pursue Immediate Blockbuster Trade, Per Top Sportscaster

The St. Louis Cardinals are supposed to be rebuilding but with the youth-laden roster motivated to compete, it's challenging to predict where the franchise is headed.

MLB News / Yardbarker / April 30

Three MLB players whose trade value has plummeted since Opening Day

Here are three players on losing clubs who are not helping their cause to be dealt at this summer's trade deadline.

'Hamilton' star sets sights on baseball movie

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

Ex-Cardinals Starter Had Historically Bad Debut Vs. Yankees

The St. Louis Cardinals opted to move on from two veteran starters this past offseason. St. Louis had club options for both Kyle Gibson and Lance Lynn and turned both of them down.

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

Cardinals Offense 'Coming Back To Earth' Following Red-Hot Start To 2025

The St. Louis Cardinals shockingly had one of the league's hottest lineups throughout the first couple of weeks this season but sadly, reality is creeping in.

St. Louis Cardinals News / Athlon Sports / April 30

Cardinals Provide Encouraging Update on Rising Young Slugger

The St. Louis Cardinals are one step closer to regaining one of their most electric bats from the early part of the season. According to MLB.com’s John Denton, catcher Iván Herrera will travel to Memphis today to begin a rehab assignment with the Cardinals’ Triple-A affiliate.

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

Cardinals Inching Closer To Receiving Much-Needed Lineup Boost

The St. Louis Cardinals began the 2025 season with one of the league's most prolific offenses but have recently experienced a cold spell. Throughout April, the Cardinals' lineup ranks 15th in runs scored (108) and 13th in OPS (.705), helping the team log an embarrassing 2-12 record on the road.

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

Cardinals Urged To Cut Ties With Ex-All-Star Despite Turnaround

The St. Louis Cardinals have been one of the more talked about teams in baseball to kick off the 2025 Major League Baseball season. The reason for this certainly has to do with all of the question marks surrounding the organization.

MLB News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / April 30

Cardinals Promote Top Pitching Prospect Before Wednesday's Reds Doubleheader

The St. Louis Cardinals hope to utilize the newest member of their pitching staff to help defeat the National League Central rival Cincinnati Reds in Wednesday's doubleheader.

Willson Contreras News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / April 30

How Willson Contreras' Recent At-Bat Represents Cardinals New Plate Approach

The St. Louis Cardinals might be 12-17 and 5 1/2 games behind the first-place Chicago Cubs in the National League Central but their offensive stats paint a different story.

Matthew Liberatore News / Athlon Sports / April 30

Cardinals' Liberatore Leading MLB in Important Category

It’s been a rough start to the 2025 season for the St. Louis Cardinals, who sit in fourth place in the NL Central with a record of 12-17. However, a pleasant surprise to begin the season has been starting pitcher Matthew Liberatore.

Brendan Donovan News / Just Baseball / April 30

Brendan Donovan Continues To Prove He’s Criminally Underrated

You know your uncle who casually follows the local team? Or your brother who learns players’ names through franchise mode on MLB The Show? Ask them what they know about Brendan Donovan.

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

Cardinals Got One Major Decision Right In Spring Training

The St. Louis Cardinals absolutely made the right decision. Throughout Spring Training, the Cardinals had a battle in center field. After a few weeks, it was clear that Victor Scott II should've been the winner. While this is the case, there was a lot of speculation about what the team would do.

MLB News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / April 29

Yankees 'Should Expect' Former Cardinals Slugger To Ignite Power Surge

Another former St. Louis Cardinals fan favorite is off to a hot start with his new team but could be far from reaching his full potential at the plate.

Matthew Liberatore News / Last Word On Sports / April 29

Rising Cardinals Pitcher Proving He Can Be Trusted as Starter

Matthew Liberatore has emerged as a key piece in the St. Louis Cardinals’ rotation, locking down the final starting spot out of spring training. Now 25 years old, he’s become the most consistent presence on the mound, leading the team’s primary starters with a 3.19 ERA and an impressive 0.97 WHIP.

Kyle Gibson News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 29

Orioles to recall veteran pitcher for season debut

The Orioles list Kyle Gibson as the probable starter for Tuesday's game against the Yankees.

Orioles build early four-run lead, hold off Yankees

If Orioles' plunge continues, they'll need to tread carefully

Cardinals to select Jose Barrero’s contract

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St. Louis Cardinals News / Field Level Media / April 28

Cardinals add INF Jose Barrero, option Thomas Saggese

The St. Louis Cardinals selected the contract of infielder/outfielder Jose Barrero from Triple-A Memphis on Monday and optioned infielder Thomas Saggese.

St. Louis Cardinals News / Yardbarker / April 28

'Hamilton' star sets sights on baseball movie

Actor and composer Lin-Manuel Miranda became famous after the success of the musical "Hamilton." While Miranda is busy with other roles, he has a particular project in the pipeline.

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