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In episode 89 of the Viva El Birdos podcast, Jake Wood talks with veteran sports writer Bernie Miklasz about the St. Louis Cardinals’ future after Randy Flores departs for the Houston Astros’ GM role. Bernie praises Flores’ ascent but says it’s too soon to gauge the loss, noting that scouting chief Zach Mortimer keeps the talent pipeline strong. The hosts discuss whether Flores might lure former Cardinals like Daniel Descalso or Jon Jay to Houston and weigh the prospect of Yadier Molina joining the coaching staff, warning it could complicate Oli Marmol’s situation. Overall, the conversation suggests the Cardinals remain competitive despite front‑office churn.
The Houston Astros announced Randy Flores as their new general manager on November 2, 2026, ending a search that also considered former Nationals exec Mike Rizzo and Brewers assistant GM Matt Kleine. Flores, 51, spent the last decade with the St. Louis Cardinals, rising from director of scouting to assistant GM of amateur and pro acquisition. He replaces Dana Brown, who left after the Astros’ first‑round playoff loss to the Chicago White Sox. Owner Jim Crane praised Flores’s scouting pedigree, while Flores expressed excitement about returning to a winning Houston franchise. His first tasks will include evaluating Isaac Paredes’ 2027 option and shaping the roster ahead of the offseason.
JJ Wetherholt, Masyn Winn, and Kyle Leahy progress while Jordan Walker, Leo Bernal, and Alec Burleson all see dips in production according to Steamer's projections for the 2027 St. Louis Cardinals.
The Cardinals have pitching depth approaching the majors and would do well to cash in on Andre Pallante's value with the Arizona Diamondbacks.
The St. Louis Cardinals may target Freddy Peralta as a low‑cost free‑agent starter after trading Sonny Gray and signing Dustin May last offseason. Peralta posted a down year with the Rays—career‑worst ERA, highest FIP/xFIP and low strikeout rates—yet posted a 2.62 ERA in the ALCS despite thin underlying numbers. With the rotation largely intact but potential moves for Andre Pallante or Matthew Liberatore, St. Louis could look to fill a back‑end slot with a one‑year deal. Peralta’s recent stats raise questions, making him a gamble rather than a clear upgrade.
The St. Louis Cardinals declined their $6 million option on Ryne Stanek and will now have a big bullpen vacancy to fill.
The Houston Astros name longtime Cardinals assistant Randy Flores as their new general manager, ending a search that featured ten candidates, including a recent interview with Yankees bench coach Brad Ausmus. Ausmus, a former Astros teammate and ex‑manager of the Tigers and Angels, remains a possible manager candidate now that Flores must hire a field boss before the December 1 lockout. Earlier reports linked Brewers assistant GM Matt Kleine and former Astros assistant Oz Ocampo to the role, but negotiations fell through. Flores’ first priority will be hiring a manager, with names like Albert Pujols, Yadier Molina or former Astro Morgan Ensberg mentioned as possibilities.
The 2026 Gold Glove awards are out, and no St. Louis Cardinals players made the cut. Finalists JJ Wetherholt (2B), Masyn Winn (SS) and Michael McGreevy (P) were passed over as the National League honors go to Gabriel Moreno (C), Matt Olson (1B), Brice Turang (2B), Alex Bregman (3B), Geraldo Perdomo (SS), Jackson Chourio (LF), Pete Crow‑Armstrong (CF), Corbin Carroll (RF), Mauricio Dubon (Utility) and Nolan McLean (P). The American League winners include Dillon Dingler, Christian Walker, Cole Young, Caleb Durbin, Taylor Walls, Cody Bellinger, Ceddanne Rafaela, Wilyer Abreu, Ezequiel Duran and Tanner Bibee.
The St. Louis Cardinals have declined the $6 million club option on reliever Ryne Stanek for 2027, opting to pay the $1 million buyout and make him a free agent. Stanek, who signed a one‑year, $2.5 million contract for 2026, posted a 4.02 ERA, 24.3% strikeout rate and 12% walk rate over 62 2/3 innings and appeared in 70 games, tying for second on the team. He threw a 98 mph fastball and shifted more to his slider this season. At 35, he’s likely to receive only one‑year offers, but his durability and velocity keep him attractive to clubs seeking veteran bullpen depth.
The 2026 SnakePit Awards launch today with the Play of the Year nomination process. Fans are invited to suggest and vote on standout moments—from home runs like Ketel Marte’s May 19 walk‑off against the Giants to dramatic defensive feats such as Nolan Arenado’s double play on May 12 and Alek Thomas’s April 3 diving catch. The pre‑ballot thread will narrow the field to five nominees (typically two infield, two outfield, one homer) before a mid‑week tally determines the finalists.
The St. Louis Cardinals could lose Daniel Descalso, Jon Jay, or Ben Johnson to the Houston Astors as their next manager under new general manger Randy Flores. Cardinals legends Albert Pujols and Yadier Molina could be candidates as well.
The St. Louis Cardinals and Houston Astros could swing some trades this offseason with Randy Flores now being the Astros general manager. Hunter Brown and Jeremy Pena would be big swings, while Jake Meyers could be a buy-low candidate.
In a November VEB post, the author asks the Cardinals community to weigh two 2027 rotation strategies. Option 1 favors signing a younger, controllable arm like Dustin May (or a free‑agent like Kris Bubic or Patrick Sandoval) to raise the ceiling and secure trade value, while Option 2 suggests rotating multiple MLB‑ready pitchers—potentially via a six‑man rotation—to preserve innings and give prospects longer looks. The piece references recent GM tool trends, a 77‑win baseline, and upcoming podcast with Bernie Miklasz, inviting fans to debate the best path forward.
Since Chaim Bloom joined the St. Louis Cardinals in 2024, the front office has been flipped upside with several additions and other key departures.
The St. Louis Cardinals need to make additions and subtractions to win in 2027. Cade Winquest and Victor Scott II could be on their way out.
The article debates the unlikely but intriguing scenario of the St. Louis Cardinals signing free‑agent right‑hander Tarik Skubal. Citing ESPN’s offseason rankings, the author notes that a $400‑$500 million contract (Spotrac estimates $276 million over seven years) could fit within a projected 2027 payroll of $66 million, especially if the Cardinals allocate around $40 million per season for an ace. Benefits cited include leadership for young pitchers, marketing boost, and no farm‑system cost. However, the piece argues Skubal will favor contending teams like the Dodgers or Yankees, and concerns linger over his elbow bone chips and the Cardinals’ rebuild timeline. The takeaway: tempting on paper, but a Cardinals‑Skubal deal remains highly improbable.
The Milwaukee Brewers capture their first franchise World Series title, defeating the Tampa Bay Rays 4-1, but starting pitcher Dustin May (21) opts out of his $20 million 2027 mutual option, becoming a free agent after a $500,000 buyout. In 10 regular‑season starts he went 2‑2 with a 5.65 ERA and posted a 5.73 ERA in five postseason appearances. May, acquired from the St. Louis Cardinals, declines the option hours before the team's victory parade.
With a lockout looming, the 2026 MLB winter free-agency market could see a frenzy for top starters. Sportsnaut predicts the Cardinals will surprise by signing two-time AL Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal, while the Rays are expected to retain Freddy Peralta after his 3.25 ERA and 1.01 WHIP season. Washington eyes Trevor Rogers to boost a rotation that delivered the third‑most runs but few quality starts, and the White Sox are likely to make a big offer to 31‑year‑old Michael King as their rotation’s new ace. The piece also hints at potential moves for Sonny Gray and other elite arms, outlining each team’s needs and financial flexibility.
The Houston Astros have named former Texas Ranger pitcher Randy Flores as their new general manager, replacing Dana Brown who was dismissed in late August. Flores, 51, pitched briefly for the Rangers in 2002 and later spent a decade with the St. Louis Cardinals before the hire. He was not the Astros' first choice; owner Jim Crane initially pursued Brewers' Matt Kleine, but negotiations fell through. Flores steps into the role amid recent front‑office turbulence, including a past hacking scandal involving the Cardinals and former Astros exec Jeff Luhnow.
Dustin May just declined his mutual option and is hitting free agency, sparking debate about if the St. Louis Cardinals are a fit for him once again. They were a great fit last time, but it doesn't seem to be the case this offseason.
The Astros have hired Randy Flores as their new general manager, sparking three competing narratives. Supporters tout Flores’s player‑development pedigree—he helped the St. Louis Cardinals rise to the No. 2 farm system per Baseball America and No. 4 per FanGraphs in 2026—suggesting a fresh, innovative approach akin to Driveline’s influence. Critics view the hire as a PR misstep for owner Jim Crane, especially after the missed pursuit of assistant GM Matt Kleine, who re‑signed with Milwaukee amid talks of higher pay and authority. The article weighs the glass‑half‑full optimism against the glass‑half‑empty concerns, setting the stage for Flores’s introductory press conference on Monday at 10 a.m.
The article opens with a nostalgic look at Game 4 of the 2001 World Series, highlighting Derek Jeter’s walk‑off homer that earned him the “Mr. November” nickname. It then shifts to current MLB news: the Houston Astros have hired longtime Cardinals exec Randy Flores as their new GM, tasked with revitalizing a team that won the AL West on a .500 record. Meanwhile, the Los Angeles Angels remain without a GM—still searching amid an ownership transfer and a looming December 1 lockout, while also needing a new manager. Finally, the piece warns that teams will scramble this weekend to finalize 40‑man rosters, file DFAs, claim waivers and issue qualifying offers before the transactions freeze and free agency open on Monday at 4 p.m. CT.
An ESPN article listed superstar pitcher Tarik Skubal as a fit for the St. Louis Cardinals. However, Skubal doesn't fit the Cardinals' plans or Chaim Bloom's ideas.
With Chaim Bloom steering the Cardinals away from pricey free agents, the team is eyeing four undervalued relievers who could revive a struggling bullpen. The list—right‑handers Bryan Abreu (Houston, 2026: 62.2 IP, 29.9% K, -0.3 WAR) and Hunter Harvey (Chicago, 4.0 IP, 22.2% K, -0.2 WAR), and left‑hander Caleb Thielbar (Chicago, 50.0 IP, 28.3% K, -0.2 WAR)—all posted sub‑0.5 WAR in 2026 yet boast standout metrics like high strikeout rates, elite velocity or chase percentages. Abreu’s 2025 peak (35.5% K, 41.2% whiff) suggests a bounce‑back ceiling, Harvey returns with 98 mph fastball potential, and Thielbar’s 35.8% chase rate ranks among the league’s best. If the Cardinals can secure them at modest contracts, they could add high upside at bargain prices.