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J.P. Crawford could help the Cardinals, but his fit is more awkward than it seems
The St. Louis Cardinals may be interested in J.P. Crawford to play third base. While adding a left-handed platoon option makes them better, it takes too much playing time away from Blaze Jordan and Thomas Saggese.
Did The Athletic correctly identify the Cardinals' biggest offseason needs?
The Athletic recently proposed that the St. Louis Cardinals add to their bullpen, starting rotation, and bench this offseason. How can they go about doing all of that?
If Fernando Tatis Jr. is truly available in trade, the Cardinals should be calling
If the San Diego Padres are actually interested in trading Fernando Tatis Jr., then the St. Louis Cardinals should come calling. They have the payroll flexibility and prospects to beat any offer that is out there right now.
Predicting the Cardinals free agency path as they look to ascend in 2027
The St. Louis Cardinals want to add a starting pitcher in free agency and some bullpen help, and may look at a third baseman or center fielder as well. That's the free agent path they will be following this offseason as they try to contend in 2027.
Cardinals prospect Daniel Eagen explains breakout since Lars Nootbaar trade
St. Louis Cardinals pitching prospect Daniel Eagan shares his thoughts on the Springfield Cardinals postseason run, the Cardinals' Fall Off-Season Program, and prospects in the system to keep an eye on.
Cardinals must keep adding fresh eyes to avoid falling into familiar traps
Chaim Bloom isn't done adding new voices to the St. Louis Cardinals leadership, and that's a good thing. He's struck a nice blend of internal promotions and external hires to keep the Cardinals fresh and moving in the right direction.
The Cardinals could duplicate the Dustin May deal with Casey Mize this offseason
Casey Mize is a pitcher who is looking to prove himself in 2027. The St. Louis Cardinals could follow their model with Dustin May last year by signing him.
Building a realistic Cardinals offseason that would move their rebuild forward
The St. Louis Cardinals could sign Michael Soroka, Evan Phillips, and Kevin Ginkle while trading away Andre Pallante and extending both Rainiel Rodriguez and Alec Burleson for a realistic, yet very productive offseason.
Cardinals prospect Tai Peete’s AFL breakout shines despite Home Run Derby heartbreak
St. Louis Cardinals prospect Tai Peete fell short in the Arizona Fall League Home Run Derby, but his performance in the league has prospect evaluators dreaming on what he can become as a Major Leaguer.
Why did all three Cardinal nominees mysteriously miss out on Gold Gloves?
Three St. Louis Cardinals were up for Gold Glove awards in Michael McGreevy, JJ Wetherholt, and Masyn Winn. None walked away victorious in a roaring upset.
Top Japan prep arm provides intriguing long-term option for Cardinals rotation
The St. Louis Cardinals have been mentioned as a team organizing a meeting for Japanese pitching prospect Shoki Oda. He
Cardinals whisk away Double-A manager in second major Springfield shake-up
The St. Louis Cardinals' Double-A team, the Ozarks Springbirds, just parted ways with manager Patrick Anderson. Given the team's success over the past two seasons, it seems like an odd decision.
Parker Messick’s Cy Young rise gives Cardinals fans another reason to believe in Rob Cerfolio
Parker Messick is a Cy Young and Rookie of the Year finalist, and he was developed in the Cleveland Guardians farm system under St. Louis Cardinals general manager Rob Cerfolio. Can the Cardinals find their own front-line starter soon?
Cardinals cult hero José Martínez is back in MLB after landing hitting coach role
Former St. Louis Cardinals slugger Jose Martinez just landed a hitting coach role with the Minnesota Twins after expressing interest to coach with the Cardinals. This is Martinez's first coaching role in MLB.
Baseball America's fantasy rankings portend real results for the Cardinals' JJ Wetherholt
Baseball America placed the St. Louis Cardinals' JJ Wetherholt at second in their dynasty rankings for second basemen, indicating their confidence in his future. Cardinals fans should be excited as well.
Cardinals nailed GM hire with promotion of rising executive Rob Cerfolio
The St. Louis Cardinals are promoting executive Rob Cerfolio to their general manager role, according to reports. Cerfolio has helped transform the Cardinals' player development since he came over in 2024 and is seen as one of the brightest executives.
Cardinals' desire for third base upgrade should point to needing more than Alec Bohm
St. Louis Cardinals fans have been connecting the team to free agent Alec Bohm, but the Cardinals already have more appealing options on the roster like Thomas Saggese and Blaze Jordan.
Willson Contreras' Silver Slugger nomination isn't an indictment of Cardinals' trade process
Willson Contreras' electric debut season with the Red Sox has him on the cusp of winning some hardware, though that doesn't mean the Cardinals were wrong to trade him.
Jordan Walker’s Silver Slugger nomination caps remarkable turnaround for Cardinals
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.
Alec Burleson’s Silver Slugger bid validates Cardinals’ perfect backup plan
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.
Cardinals family ties run deep in newest addition to Red Sox staff
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.
Victor Scott II's cameo in the Dominican points to the end of his time with the Cardinals
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.
Albert Pujols’ latest managerial interview comes with a familiar Cardinals connection
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 Cardinals can't afford to budge on their top 2 trade candidates
Bleacher Report named Alec Burleson and Masyn Winn as the St. Louis Cardinals' best trade candidates in 2026, but Chaim Bloom shouldn't part ways with either player, as they have the ability to contribute to the next competitive team in 2028.
Cardinals' new hitting coach brings a Driveline background to a lineup full of upside
The St. Louis Cardinals hired Joel McKeithan as their new hitting coach, who spent time with the Chicago White Sox, Cincinnati Reds, and Driveline prior to his hire. This external option gives the Cardinals a new voice in the clubhouse.
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