The Cardinals have received trade inquiries on switch-hitting outfielder Dylan Carlson from multiple clubs, per Derrick Goold of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, with the Blue Jays being identified as one of them. It would appear to be a fairly logical pairing, since the Cardinals are hoping to add multiple starting pitchers and are reportedly willing to considering trading … [Read more...] about Blue Jays Have Shown Interest In Dylan Carlson
Cardinals Acquire Riley O’Brien From Mariners
The Cardinals and Mariners got together on a minor trade yesterday, with St. Louis acquiring right-hander Riley O’Brien from the Mariners, according to MLB.com’s transactions log. The return headed to Seattle in exchange for O’Brien is not currently known, but figures to be insignificant. O’Brien is slated to hit minor league free agency if not added to the 40-man roster. While … [Read more...] about Cardinals Acquire Riley O’Brien From Mariners
John Mozeliak On Cardinals’ Offseason Spending, Molina, Bloom
Cardinals president of baseball operations John Mozeliak spoke with members of the media (including John Denton of MLB.com) on Monday at the GM meetings to discuss the offseason ahead. He addressed the team’s budget for 2024 and touched on how he plans to revamp the starting rotation. The executive also fielded questions about a coaching role for Yadier Molina, as well as … [Read more...] about John Mozeliak On Cardinals’ Offseason Spending, Molina, Bloom
Cardinals Claim Jared Young From Cubs
The Cardinals announced that they have claimed infielder/outfielder Jared Young from the Cubs. They also announced their previously-reported deal for right-hander Riley O’Brien, who has had his contract selected. The 40-man roster is now full. Young, 28, was drafted by the Cubs in the 15th round in 2017 out of Old Dominion University – his third college in three years. He was … [Read more...] about Cardinals Claim Jared Young From Cubs
Jacob Barnes Elects Free Agency
Right-handed pitcher Jacob Barnes has cleared outright waivers and elected free agency, according to his transaction log on MLB.com. This move frees up another spot on the Cardinals’ 40-man roster, which now has six open spaces. However, the team still has five players on the 60-day injured list who will require a 40-man spot in the offseason. Barnes was released by the Rangers … [Read more...] about Jacob Barnes Elects Free Agency