St. Louis Cardinals
Yadier Molina joins Cardinals as special assistant
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Legendary catcher Yadier Molina is returning to the St. Louis Cardinals organization after three seasons away, taking on the role of special assistant to president of baseball operations Chaim Bloom. The 43-year-old will focus on developing the team's catchers at both the major and minor league levels. This move allows Molina to contribute his expertise while pursuing his long-term goal of becoming an MLB manager.
The Seattle Mariners have acquired infielder/outfielder Brendan Donovan from the St. Louis Cardinals in a three-team trade involving the Tampa Bay Rays. The deal, announced on Monday, sends prospects and draft picks to St. Louis while the Rays receive third baseman Ben Williamson. Donovan, a first-time All-Star in 2025, brings versatility and a strong bat to Seattle's lineup.
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Nolan Arenado invoked his no-trade clause in December 2024 to block a potential move from the St. Louis Cardinals to the Houston Astros, citing family priorities and team uncertainties. In a recent interview, he described his current trade to the Arizona Diamondbacks as a straightforward choice due to its closeness to home and the team's young talent. Arenado expressed optimism about rediscovering his form in Arizona after a challenging 2025 season.
Following the trade acquisition of Willson Contreras from the St. Louis Cardinals—in exchange for pitchers Hunter Dobbins, Yhoiker Fajardo, and Blake Aita plus $8 million—the Boston Red Sox gain a stabilizing force at first base and DH. Contreras' blend of offensive consistency, advanced contact quality, and defensive reliability addresses years of injuries and underperformance at the position.
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St. Louis Cardinals fans have reason for optimism amid a rebuilding phase, with top prospect JJ Wetherholt emerging as a potential star. The 2024 seventh overall draft pick impressed in the minors last season and could join the major league roster right out of spring training. His versatile skills and strong batting stats highlight his readiness for the big leagues.
Lars Nootbaar led St. Louis Cardinals hitters in pitches seen during the 2025 season, showcasing strong plate discipline despite limited playing time. Other Cardinals like Masyn Winn and Willson Contreras also frustrated pitchers with frequent foul balls and deep counts. This analysis highlights an often-overlooked aspect of their offensive approach.
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The St. Louis Cardinals added right-handed reliever Zak Kent to their 40-player roster by claiming him off waivers on Friday. Kent, 27, made his MLB debut with the Cleveland Guardians in 2025 after six minor league seasons. This move brings the Cardinals' roster to 39 players ahead of the Rule 5 Draft.
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