Former Braves GM John Coppolella reveals a 2014 trade he once pitched to the Yankees that would have sent Jason Heyward to New York in exchange for Aaron Judge, Luis Severino, Gary Sanchez, Ian Clarkin and Manny Banuelos. The Yankees passed, leading Atlanta to acquire Shelby Miller and Tyrell Jenkins from the Cardinals, which later turned into the #1 pick Dansby Swanson and a key role for Luke Jackson in the 2021 World Series run. Coppolella, now reinstated and writing for Baseball America, reflects on how the blocked blockbuster could have reshaped the Braves' offensive firepower before Judge even debuted.
The New York Rangers snapped their four-game losing streak by beating the St. Louis Blues at Madison Square Garden (MSG). A team that started the season 7-3-1 now holds a…
The St. Louis Cardinals see both Alec Burleson and Jordan Walker named Silver Slugger finalists for 2026. Burleson rounds out the first‑base group with 26 homers, 116 RBI, a .279 average and a .816 OPS over 160 games, while Walker posts 29 homers, 102 RBI, a .269 average and a .793 OPS in 158 games as an outfield candidate. The finalists were announced by MLB.com, and the winners will be revealed on November 17, 2026.
The New Jersey Devils will wrap up their two-game homestand on Thursday, Nov. 5, when they welcome the St. Louis Blues to the Prudential Center. New Jersey enters the matchup…
The Arizona Diamondbacks have two Silver Slugger finalists: catcher Gabriel Moreno and outfielder Corbin Carroll. Carroll, the 2025 winner, posted a .239/.328/.467 slash line with 22 homers, 33 doubles and an MLB‑leading 17 triples in 156 games. Moreno, a two‑time Gold Glove winner, captured the NL batting title at .311, added 16 homers, 33 doubles and an .874 OPS. Both face tough competition from players like Jackson Chourio, Pete Crow‑Armstrong, Seiya Suzuki, Fernando Tatis Jr., Jordan Walker, James Wood, and Rockies catcher Hunter Goodman. The winners will be announced on November 17.
Jordan Walker had an incredible turnaround for the St. Louis Cardinals in 2026 and is now a Silver Slugger Award finalist in the National League. Both he and teammate Alec Burleson had awesome years at the plate.
The St. Louis Cardinals have two Silver Slugger finalists in Alec Burleson and Jordan Walker. Burleson has a strong case to win the award after leading MLB in RBIs and has proven to be the perfect replacement for Willson Contreras at first base.
The Red Sox hiring Shelley Duncan brings back plenty of memories about the legacy the Duncan family created with the St. Louis Cardinals. Dave Duncan was the long-time pitching coach of the Cardinals and his brother, Chris, was an outfielder.
On the latest Baseball America fantasy podcast, James Anderson and Geoff Pontes unveil their new Top‑100 rookie rankings for 2027 fantasy baseball. They discuss breakout candidates like Kade Anderson, Josue De Paula, Joshua Báez, and the catcher duo Ethan Salas and Leo Bernal, as well as key questions about ADP values for Jesús Made and the potential of pitchers Cam Cannarella, David Sandlin, and George Klassen. The episode also highlights promising prospects such as Walker Jenkins, Franklin Arias, Kaelen Culpepper, Lázaro Montes, Rainiel Rodriguez, and a deep look at Cardinals pitchers and sleeper picks. Listeners get a comprehensive preview to shape redraft and dynasty drafts ahead of the 2027 season.
Welcome to another St. Louis Blues’ Gameday Preview. The road trip continues, as does the Blues’ stay in New York. Next, they head to the Prudential Center in Newark, New…
The New Jersey Devils host the St. Louis Blues on Thursday, Nov. 5 at 7 p.m. ET in Newark on Military Appreciation Night. Riding a 4‑3 shootout win over Edmonton, the Devils (10‑5‑0) have won six of their last seven and are 7‑2‑0 at home, while the Blues (7‑7‑1) come off a 3‑1 loss to the Rangers and sit 3‑5‑0 on the road. Projected starters include Nico Hischier anchoring the Devils' top line and likely netminder Connor Hellebuyck, with Joel Hofer expected in goal for St. Louis. Key injuries: Seamus Casey (Devils) and Colton Parayko (Blues).
The Orioles are reportedly willing to trade anyone except Pete Alonso, and the Cardinals are eyeing a new third baseman. The piece evaluates Gunnar Henderson as the prime target, projecting a 4.5‑WAR season in 2028 and a salary around $22 million, which translates to roughly $60 million in trade value. To acquire him, the Cardinals would likely part with top prospect Liam Doyle (≈$45 million value) and heir‑apparent third‑baseman Jesús Baez (≈$14.5 million), plus a catcher such as Pedro Pages or Jimmy Crooks to balance the deal. The analysis uses Steamer, Fangraphs, and Point‑of‑Pittsburgh metrics to justify the numbers and suggests the trade could be a solid overpay for the Cardinals.
Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Alexander Nikishin, who signed a one‑year, $3 million contract on Oct. 25 after a months‑long holdout, still wants a trade to a team that can give him top‑four minutes. Ranked No. 19 on The Fourth Period’s Nov. 1 Trade Watch List, he’s linked to the Nashville Predators, St. Louis Blues, New York Islanders, Seattle Kraken and New York Rangers. Nikishin, a 2020 third‑round pick and former KHL standout, rejected an eight‑year $5.5‑6 M AAV deal and is reportedly targeting a $9 M AAV five‑year contract, with interest also from Los Angeles. The one‑year deal lets Carolina move him this season or revisit options in the summer.
The preview pits the 7-7-1 St. Louis Blues against the 10-5-0 New Jersey Devils on Nov. 5 at 7:00 pm EST (MSG SN TV, Devils Hockey Radio). The Devils come off a dramatic 4-3 OT shootout win over the Oilers, with rookie goalie Connor Hellebuyck earning his first home start and the team posting an 8‑in‑10 hot streak. The Blues lost 3-1 to the Rangers, dropping to 7-7-1, and still juggle goalie uncertainty between Joe Hoefer and Jordan Binnington. Analyst Grimace predicts a Devils win, citing their .800 win rate and Hellebuyck's 3‑0 start. Key facts: Devils 10-5-0, Blues 7-7-1, last results, and broadcast details.
Victor Scott II went to the Dominican to prove his value to the Cardinals, but his stay was cut short as his time in St. Louis could be coming to an end.
The Canadiens stumble in a 5‑4 overtime loss to the Winnipeg Jets after blowing a four‑goal lead, prompting captain Nick Suzuki and veteran Chris Kreider to push for a quick return as roster spots tighten. Young talent Owen Beck shines on the fourth line, while injuries keep Mike Matheson out for two weeks and leave Suzuki’s health status uncertain. The club also faces looming decisions on roster composition and sparks trade chatter linking Nikita Kucherov to Montreal. Meanwhile, the roundup includes notes on Alexis Lafrenière’s breakout, Connor Hellebuyck’s trade request, and former Habs Justin Barron’s new stint with the St. Louis Blues.
Dave Dombrowski confronts a roster overhaul as the Phillies enter a pivotal offseason, while Cy Young finalist Cristopher Sánchez looks to sharpen his sinker after a slight dip from 2025. Meanwhile, former Cardinals star Albert Pujols is set to interview for the Houston Astros managerial job, and the Oakland Athletics appoint Cam Castro as their new GM. With MLB free agency just kicking off and a looming December 1 lockout, the article previews the key moves shaping Philadelphia’s future and broader league headlines.
St. Louis Cardinals legend Albert Pujols, a 22-year MLB veteran and former three-time league MVP is set to interview with the Houston Astros. Randy Flores, the Astros new GM, played with Pujols in St. Louis.
The Nashville Predators are paying tribute to one of Music City's biggest stars during their upcoming game against the St. Louis Blues.
The Chicago White Sox’s postseason surge in 2026, powered by a fifth‑ranked offense (776 runs) and a young, up‑and‑coming lineup, faces a coaching shuffle as hitting coach Joel McKeithan departs for the St. Louis Cardinals. McKeithan, who joined the Sox as an assistant in 2025 after stints with the Reds, Tigers and Phillies, will now help the rebuilding Cardinals improve on their 2026 low of 720 runs. With Derek Shoman staying on staff, the Sox must find a new second‑in‑command to guide their talent‑rich roster and keep the team in postseason contention for 2027.
The Nashville Predators are adding a little extra Dolly to their newest jerseys. The team unveiled a special patch honoring late country music legend Dolly Parton on Tuesday, which will be worn on their new Hometown Remix sweaters during warmups ahead of Saturday’s home game against the St. Louis Blues. The circular patch features a
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Justin Barron, the 24‑year‑old defenseman claimed off waivers by St. Louis, quickly becomes a key offensive spark for a Blues blue line plagued by injuries. In just 12 games he posts two goals and six assists, ranking second among Blues defensemen in points behind Philip Broberg. The article traces Barron’s journeyman path—from a 2020 first‑round pick for Colorado, to Montreal, then a two‑year stint in Nashville—highlighting how each stop left him a depth player. Injuries to Logan Mailloux and Tyler Tucker opened a roster spot, and Barron seized it, posting a career‑best four‑point night in a 6‑2 win over Vegas and following up with a decisive goal in a comeback win versus Detroit. Coach Jim Montgomery praises his simple, reliable play across all three zones.
The Houston Astros are adding two more names to their manager search. This week the club will interview Cardinals legend Albert Pujals and former Astro Morgan Ensberg, both linked to new GM Randy Flores—Pujals overlapped with Flores in St. Louis and Ensberg played with him at USC. Astros also consider Rangers bench coach Luis Urueta and Yankees bench coach Brad Ausmus. Pujals, who managed the Dominican Republic in the 2026 WBC, previously hit 62 homers against Houston, while Ensberg spent eight seasons as a power‑hitting third baseman for the Astros and has managed at Triple‑A with Durham since 2024.
Former 703‑home‑run slugger Albert Pujolas is set to interview for the Houston Astros’ vacant manager’s job, which opened after the club dismissed Joe Espada following an 81‑81 season and a Wild Card sweep. Though he has no MLB managing experience, Pujolas led the Dominican Leones del Escogido to a league title and a Caribbean Series win, and took the Dominican Republic to the World Baseball Classic semifinals in 2026. The interview comes under new GM Randy Flores, a former Cardinals teammate of Pujolas, and follows prior talks with the Angels and Padres. The Astros aim to finalize their leadership staff for the 2027 season.
The Washington Nationals have released right‑hander Zak Kent, making him a free agent after designating him for assignment last week. The 28‑year‑old bounced around the league this season, being claimed and DFAed by the Guardians, Cardinals, Rangers, Twins and finally the Nationals, where he appeared in three bullpen stints and posted a 5.68 ERA over 12 ⅔ innings. Kent also struggled at Triple‑A Rochester with a near‑5.00 ERA in 32 games. Known for his rare 52‑degree over‑the‑top arm angle—one of only 15 pitchers with such a high release point this year—the move caps a tumultuous 2026 campaign for the pitcher.