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The St. Louis Cardinals were very active after the 2023 season came to an end. St. Louis had one of its worst seasons in recent memory and knew that adding more pitching was a necessity.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / March 10

Beloved Ex-Cardinals All-Stars Being Targeted By NL Central-Foe Cubs, Per Sources

The St. Louis Cardinals haven't been active in this offseason's free-agent market other than moving on from several former pitchers, some of which are still searching for a landing spot.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / February 17

Cardinals Should Have Eyes On Reunion With 31-Year-Old Hurler

Spring Training is in full swing right now. The St. Louis Cardinals had pitchers and catchers officially report to camp on Wednesday, Feb. 12. St. Louis' first full-squad workout was scheduled for Monday and now it's going to be a sprint until Opening Day gets here next month.

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

Cardinals Four-Time Gold Glover Predicted To Cut Ties To Sign With Pirates

The St. Louis Cardinals could part ways with several fan favorites this offseason as the front office looks for ways to trim payroll and open roster room for youngsters.

St. Louis Cardinals News / Last Word On Sports / November 18

Hard-Throwing Reliever In Search Of New Team After Lost Season

Both Keynan Middleton and the St. Louis Cardinals had dreams of the right-hander having a high-leverage role on a contending team in 2024. Both Middleton and the Cardinals fell short of those goals.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / November 3

Cardinals Should Bring Back $6 Million Reliever Despite Declining Option

The St. Louis Cardinals are prepared to have a very different offseason than in years past. Instead of adding players, they will be subtracting as part of what has been described as a "reset." The Cardinals are also cutting payroll as a result of uncertainty with TV revenue and anticipation of fewer tickets being sold for 2025.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / November 2

Cardinals $6M Fireballer Makes It Clear Where He Wants To Play In 2025

The St. Louis Cardinals already have made a handful of decisions with the Major League Baseball offseason officially kicking off. St. Louis had three decisions to make right away.

St. Louis Cardinals News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 31

Cardinals will not exercise team options for three right-handers

The Cardinals will pay all three pitchers a $1M buyout and send them back onto the free-agent market.

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St. Louis Cardinals News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 30

Insider addresses Cardinals' approach on pending team options

As the postseason nears its conclusion, we’re rapidly nearing the proper start of the offseason for all thirty clubs. Among the first decisions to be made for any club during the offseason is whether or not they’ll exercise club options for the following season.

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MLB News / Kansas City Royals on SI / October 16

Royals Could Pursue Cardinals Reliever To Bolster Bullpen For 2025

The Kansas City Royals saw their season come to a heartbreaking end last week when they were eliminated by the New York Yankees in the ALDS. They fell 3-1 in Game 4 as the Yankees advanced to the ALCS.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / October 14

Cardinals Hurler Projected To Get $20 Million If St. Louis Declines Deal

The St. Louis Cardinals improved their bullpen heading into the 2024 Major League Baseball season, but it could've been even better. St. Louis added a few hurlers, but one was unable to take the mound at all in 2024.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / October 11

Cardinals $20 Million Hurler Could Be Hidden Gem To Bolster Rangers Bullpen

The St. Louis Cardinals retooled their pitching staff last winter in hopes of returning to the playoffs in 2024 but sadly, the additions weren't enough to carry the lackluster offense.

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

Cardinals Reportedly Won't Re-Sign Pair Of High-Leverage Hurlers This Offseason

The St. Louis Cardinals are officially done with their disappointing 2024 season and must look ahead to the busy winter ahead for the front office. It appears that the Cardinals are preparing for a slight rebuild after a few bombshells were dropped shortly before St.

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

Cardinals Flamethrower Wants Team To Pick Up Option, Per Insider

The St. Louis Cardinals have had some bright spots this season despite the playoffs. After what was an extremely disappointing 2023 season, the Cardinals have guaranteed that they at least will finish above .500 this year.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / September 13

Cardinals High-Leverage Hurler Reportedly 'Would Welcome' Re-Signing Discussions

The St. Louis Cardinals' pitching staff is vastly improved from last year despite enduring several injuries throughout the season. For instance, starting pitcher Steven Matz recently returned from the injured list after being sidelined in May due to a slow-healing lower back strain.

MLB News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / June 7, 2024

Mets High-Leverage Hurler Could Be Dealt; Cardinals Are Logical Landing Spot

The St. Louis Cardinals recently got some bad news. St. Louis signed veteran reliever Keynan Middleton this past offseason with the hopes that he would help stabilize the bullpen.

St. Louis Cardinals News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 29, 2024

Cardinals righty suffers setback, headed for MRI

Cardinals right-hander Keynan Middleton is headed for an MRI on his right elbow and forearm.

St. Louis Cardinals News / Field Level Media / March 7, 2024

Cardinals RHP Keynan Middleton leaving camp to change hats

St. Louis Cardinals right-hander Keynan Middleton hopes that his next save will arrive as he returns to his native Oregon for the state high school basketball tournament.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / February 6, 2024

Keynan Middleton Contract: Reported Details Of Hurlers Intriguing Deal With Cardinals

The St. Louis Cardinals spent most of the offseason waiting out the reliever market to find affordable yet impactful arms following an early flurry of

New York Yankees News / Field Level Media / February 2, 2024

Reports: RHP Keynan Middleton set to sign with Cards

Free agent reliever Keynan Middleton and the St. Louis Cardinals agreed to contract terms pending a physical, multiple media outlets reported on Thursday.

New York Yankees News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 21, 2024

Yankees eyeing reunion with trade acquisition

The 30-year-old might finally be back on track, and he could again be a solid contributor to the Yankees’ bullpen.

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MLB News / Yardbarker / August 10, 2023

White Sox deny purposefully leaving former player's name off scoreboard

Less than one week after bashing his former team, relief pitcher Keynan Middleton made his return to Guaranteed Rate Field to face the Chicago White Sox, this time as a member of the New York Yankees.

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MLB News / Yardbarker / August 7, 2023

Former White Sox reliever says rookies slept in bullpen during game

Former Chicago White Sox reliever Keynan Middleton issued some wild claims on Sunday about his time with the Pale Hose.

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MLB News / Yardbarker / May 4, 2023

Twins' Carlos Correa responds to White Sox pitcher's 'cheater' comment

Minnesota Twins shortstop Carlos Correa responded Thursday to Chicago White Sox pitcher Keynan Middleton calling him a "cheater" following Wednesday's game.

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