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Cardinals' handling of JJ Wetherholt injury highlights frustrating disconnect
The St. Louis Cardinals continue to mishandle position player injuries and ruin players seasons, with the latest being JJ Wetherholt, but it's a trend we've seen with Brendan Donovan, Lars Nootbaar, Nolan Arenado, and others. This has to change.
Cardinals star prospect Rainiel Rodriguez's defense just got a huge vote of confidence
The St. Louis Cardinals have one of the best prospects in baseball in Rainiel Rodriguez. At just 19, he is mashing the baseball and catching at a high-level, and they should fight to keep him catching long-term.
Cardinals fans' nightmares could be coming true with newest Angels announcement
Stan Kroenke will purchase the Los Angeles Angels from former owner Arte Moreno, Jon Heyman reports. Kroenke once moved the St. Louis Rams to Los Angeles, and now, he may tempt former Cardinal Albert Pujols to come to LA once again in a managerial role.
Stan Kroenke's purchase of Angels has made Cardinals a new AL rival
St. Louis villain Stan Kroenke has purchased the Los Angeles Angels, suddenly making a new rival for the Cardinals out of the down-and-out AL West team.
Victor Scott has earned 1 more chance to evolve into a dynamic Cardinals weapon
St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Victor Scott has improved his game in Memphis, and the lack of competition in center field means he should earn one more look next season before the Cardinals give up the ghost on him.
Cardinals are wise to consider positional versatility with star prospect Rainiel Rodriguez
The St. Louis Cardinals will explore more positional versatility for top prospect Rainiel Rodriguez this offseason as their catcher spot becomes more and more crowded. Third base would be a smart fit given the Cardinals needs.
Cardinals begin tryouts for next season as rosters expand
The St. Louis Cardinals are promoting catcher Leo Bernal and pitcher Hancel Rincon to the majors as the team begins their evaluation for the 2027 season.
Look away Cardinals fans, the Cubs are legit World Series contenders
St. Louis Cardinals fans need to be nervous about the Chicago Cubs going on a World Series run. Pete Crow-Armstrong is the NL MVP and their offense and defense are incredible, so let's hope their pitching can fall apart.
3 things the Cardinals need to figure out during their final month of the season
The St. Louis Cardinals need to figure out their catching situation, learn which bullpen arms they trust, and determine the futures of Matthew Liberatore and Nolan Gorman this month.
Pedro Pages' future with the Cardinals is becoming increasingly murky
With catching prospect Leo Bernal expected to debut this week, Pedro Pages future with the St. Louis Cardinals seems to be in flux. How does he fit into their plans? He seems like a trade or non-tender candidate at this point.
JJ Wetherholt's surprise injury news may explain how he lost NL Rookie of the Year lead
JJ Wetherholt was placed in the injured list with right wrist tendinitis by the St. Louis Cardinals, effectively ending his chances of winning Rookie of the Year over Sal Stewart and explaining why his offense regressed so hard lately.
Springfield Cardinals' success bodes well for St. Louis's future
The Springfield Cardinals are having tremendous success this year, and that bodes well for the future of the St. Louis Cardinals.
A rally cry for St. Louis Cardinals fans everywhere
The St. Louis Cardinals have put together an unforgettable 2026 season. As the year winds down and playoff hopes slim, fans should remember the good times and the glorious successes of Jordan Walker, JJ Wetherholt, Joshua Baez, and Chaim Bloom.
History doesn't favor Cardinals' JJ Wetherholt in hotly contested Rookie of the Year Award
St. Louis Cardinals second baseman JJ Wetherholt is competing for the Rookie of the Year Award, but Sal Stewart has something to say about it. As deserving as a Wetherholt victory might seem, it doesn't appear likely thanks to history.
Cardinals continue bullpen shuffling by parting ways with lone trade deadline acquisition
The St. Louis Cardinals designated Caleb Ferguson for assignment today to make room for left-hander Brycen Mautz on their active roster. Ferguson was acquired at the trade deadline but has pitched poorly this month.
Cardinals' newest promotion could be next to ascend from bullpen role
The St. Louis Cardinals recently promoted reliever Cade Winquest to address their many injuries. Based on his strikeout stuff, surplus of opportunity, and underlying metrics, he could be the next Cardinal to take a big leap from bullpen to starter.
Everson Pereira has bought Chaim Bloom a little slack for Cardinals' sell-heavy trade deadline
Everson Pereira has been a pleasant surprise in his first few weeks with the Cardinals, even if some of his previous flaws have followed him to St. Louis.
Thomas Saggese needs to be the Cardinals' next Swiss army knife
The Cardinals utility player group is missing offensive potential and Thomas Saggese could help solve the power outage at the bottom of the order.
Cardinals whiff on prime opportunity to upgrade bench following NL Central rival's gift
The Cardinals' middling outfield defense could have found a savior in TJ Friedl, but St. Louis opted to pass on the Reds' outfielder who has forgotten how to hit.
Cardinals to give Cade Winquest a chance to provide much-needed support to taxed pitching staff
After being returned to the Cardinals from the Yankees, Cade Winquest is getting his first taste of the majors.
Kyle Leahy's transformation shows what Cardinals' new pitching development is capable of
The St. Louis Cardinals have a major development success story in Kyle Leahy, who has been pitching like one of the best starters in baseball, and that should give Cardinals fans confidence of how they can develop their pitching prospects.
New poll reveals ludicrous expectations regarding Cardinals mega-prospect Rainiel Rodriguez
A poll on X asked whether a career identical to Anthony Rizzo's would be acceptable for St. Louis Cardinals fans. A shockingly high number of respondents said no, and they're glossing over an important fact.
The Springfield Cardinals should adopt this creative name after announced rebrand
The Springfield Cardinals, the St. Louis Cardinals' Double-A affiliate, are rebranding, and the Queen City Cashews would make a ton of sense as a new name.
Cardinals' Jesus Baez is doing things Cardinals fans have waited for
St. Louis Cardinals infield prospect Jesus Baez is a player to keep an eye on, and he opens up in a special interview with Redbird Rants.
A second consecutive year of Silver Slugger Awards could grace the Cardinals in 2026
St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Jordan Walker may be a favorite for one of the outfield Silver Slugger Awards, and while he's likely the only Cardinal with a fighting chance at the prize, several others could make cases for it in the future.