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A look at the 4 big trades the Cardinals made and the players they landed

A look at the 4 big trades the Cardinals made and the players they landed

  • Derrick Goold Daniel Guerrero Ethan Erickson

As Chaim Bloom tries to chart a new course to future success, he has cleared room for younger players in the majors as well as stocked the minor league system.

Hochman: I’ve been down on the Cardinals’ Nolan Gorman. Will this year be different?

Hochman: I’ve been down on the Cardinals’ Nolan Gorman. Will this year be different?

  • Benjamin Hochman

The trade of Brendan Donovan allows an opportunity for Nolan Gorman to prove he belongs in the big leagues.

Brendan Donovan deal puts exclamation point on Cardinals' rewrite of farm rankings, focus

Brendan Donovan deal puts exclamation point on Cardinals' rewrite of farm rankings, focus

  • Derrick Goold

In an elaborate three-team, seven-player deal finalized Monday evening, the Cardinals sent their only All-Star from this past season to Seattle for a windfall of potential.

Here's what Chaim Bloom had to say about the Brendan Donovan trade, prospects team landed

Here's what Chaim Bloom had to say about the Brendan Donovan trade, prospects team landed

  • Ethan Erickson

Here's a sampling of what the Cardinals' president of baseball operations had to say on Brendan Donovan, the prospects acquired and what's next as spring training nears.

Cardinals still looking at adding an outfielder, Chaim Bloom says

Cardinals still looking at adding an outfielder, Chaim Bloom says

  • Ethan Erickson

Chaim Bloom, the Cardinals' president of baseball operations, talks about the Brendan Donovan trade on Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2026.

Cardinals sought ‘a lot of long-term value’ in dealing Brendan Donovan, Chaim Bloom says

Cardinals sought ‘a lot of long-term value’ in dealing Brendan Donovan, Chaim Bloom says

  • Ethan Erickson

Chaim Bloom, the Cardinals' president of baseball operations, talks about the Brendan Donovan trade on Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2026.

'Don't want to hand him anything': Cardinals' Chaim Bloom on JJ Wetherholt

'Don't want to hand him anything': Cardinals' Chaim Bloom on JJ Wetherholt

  • Ethan Erickson

Chaim Bloom, the Cardinals' president of baseball operations, talks about the Brendan Donovan trade on Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2026.

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Cardinals' Chaim Bloom talks opportunity for Nolan Gorman after Brendan Donovan deal

Cardinals' Chaim Bloom talks opportunity for Nolan Gorman after Brendan Donovan deal

Chaim Bloom, the Cardinals' president of baseball operations, talks about the Brendan Donovan trade on Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2026.

Tai Peete's 'upside is not hard to dream on,' Chaim Bloom says of Cardinals acquisition

Tai Peete's 'upside is not hard to dream on,' Chaim Bloom says of Cardinals acquisition

Chaim Bloom, the Cardinals' president of baseball operations, talks about the Brendan Donovan trade on Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2026.

‘Such a unique player’: Cardinals' Chaim Bloom on switch-pitcher Jurrangelo Cijntje

‘Such a unique player’: Cardinals' Chaim Bloom on switch-pitcher Jurrangelo Cijntje

Chaim Bloom, the Cardinals' president of baseball operations, talks about Jurrangelo Cijntje, who was acquired in the Brendan Donovan trade, on Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2026.

‘Top-shelf person’: Chaim Bloom thanks Brendan Donovan after the Cardinals traded him

‘Top-shelf person’: Chaim Bloom thanks Brendan Donovan after the Cardinals traded him

Chaim Bloom, the Cardinals' president of baseball operations, talks about the Brendan Donovan trade on Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2026.

Ten Hochman: The day new Cardinals prospect Jurrangelo Cijntje owned Mizzou

Ten Hochman: The day new Cardinals prospect Jurrangelo Cijntje owned Mizzou

In today’s 10 AM “Ten Hochman,” brought to you by Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium at Cardinals’ spring training, Ben Hochman discusses new Cards pitching prospect Jurrangelo Cijntje! Also, a happy birthday shoutout to Skip Schumaker! And as always, Hochman picks a random Cards card out of the hat!

What to know about the prospects the Cardinals landed in Brendan Donovan trade

What to know about the prospects the Cardinals landed in Brendan Donovan trade

The Cardinals acquired prospects Jurrangelo Cijntje — a switch-pitcher — and outfielders Tai Peete and Colton Ledbetter in a trade sending All-Star Brendan Donovan to Seattle.

Cardinals trade Brendan Donovan to Mariners for prospects, picks in 3-team deal

Cardinals trade Brendan Donovan to Mariners for prospects, picks in 3-team deal

Donovan becomes the fourth All-Star traded this winter, and the return for Cardinals includes two outfielders, a switch-pitcher and two draft picks.

Cardinals sign with Major League Baseball for game broadcasts, break with FanDuel

Cardinals sign with Major League Baseball for game broadcasts, break with FanDuel

The move ends a period of uncertainty after the Cardinals ended a prior agreement with FanDuel's parent.

View life in St. Louis the week of Jan. 25, 2026

View life in St. Louis the week of Jan. 25, 2026

Post-Dispatch photographers capture hundreds of images each week; here's a glimpse at the week of Jan. 25, 2026. Video edited by Jenna Jones.

Read the full transcript of baseball writer Daniel Guerrero's Cardinals chat

Read the full transcript of baseball writer Daniel Guerrero's Cardinals chat

Hello there. Post-Dispatch baseball writer Daniel Guerrero here. Happy Monday before the Super Bowl. We’re now less than two weeks before the Cardinals' first spring training workout for pitchers and catchers. Baseball is almost here. The offseason is almost over. With that being said, what do you want to talk about?

Worthy: Cardinals still don't have enough pitching to make Andre Pallante an afterthought

Worthy: Cardinals still don't have enough pitching to make Andre Pallante an afterthought

The Cardinals' starting rotation is counting on pitchers coming off injuries and some who haven't proven they can hold up for a full season.

Sportscaster Alexa Datt, now gone from St. Louis, says thanks for 'your fandom, warmth'

Sportscaster Alexa Datt, now gone from St. Louis, says thanks for 'your fandom, warmth'

She's joining Washington Nationals telecasts amid uncertainty with Cardinals' TV situation.

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‘Such a unique player’: Cardinals' Chaim Bloom on switch-pitcher Jurrangelo Cijntje

‘Such a unique player’: Cardinals' Chaim Bloom on switch-pitcher Jurrangelo Cijntje

Chaim Bloom, the Cardinals' president of baseball operations, talks about Jurrangelo Cijntje, who was acquired in the Brendan Donovan trade, on Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2026.

What to know about the prospects the Cardinals landed in Brendan Donovan trade

What to know about the prospects the Cardinals landed in Brendan Donovan trade

The Cardinals acquired prospects Jurrangelo Cijntje — a switch-pitcher — and outfielders Tai Peete and Colton Ledbetter in a trade sending All-Star Brendan Donovan to Seattle.

Cardinals add to minor league pitching depth with signing of University of Kansas product

Cardinals add to minor league pitching depth with signing of University of Kansas product

The Cardinals signed right-hander Robbie Knowles to a minor league deal. Knowles, who last pitched for the University of Kansas, flashed a fastball that touched 97 mph at a recent pro day event in North Carolina.

Cardinals prospect Brycen Mautz goes into 2026 season with ‘renewed vision’ after breakout

Cardinals prospect Brycen Mautz goes into 2026 season with ‘renewed vision’ after breakout

Coming off a breakout season after a scuffling 2024, Cardinals prospect Brycen Mautz said the Winter Warm-Up helped him see a "renewed vision" for what may be within his reach.

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Hochman: I’ve been down on the Cardinals’ Nolan Gorman. Will this year be different?

Hochman: I’ve been down on the Cardinals’ Nolan Gorman. Will this year be different?

The trade of Brendan Donovan allows an opportunity for Nolan Gorman to prove he belongs in the big leagues.

Ten Hochman: The day new Cardinals prospect Jurrangelo Cijntje owned Mizzou

Ten Hochman: The day new Cardinals prospect Jurrangelo Cijntje owned Mizzou

In today’s 10 AM “Ten Hochman,” brought to you by Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium at Cardinals’ spring training, Ben Hochman discusses new Cards pitching prospect Jurrangelo Cijntje! Also, a happy birthday shoutout to Skip Schumaker! And as always, Hochman picks a random Cards card out of the hat!

Worthy: Cardinals still don't have enough pitching to make Andre Pallante an afterthought

Worthy: Cardinals still don't have enough pitching to make Andre Pallante an afterthought

The Cardinals' starting rotation is counting on pitchers coming off injuries and some who haven't proven they can hold up for a full season.

Hochman: Top 100 MLB player rankings? Cardinals have 1. They should have 2.

Hochman: Top 100 MLB player rankings? Cardinals have 1. They should have 2.

Ivan Herrera, the talented young hitter, is the only Cardinal on MLB Network's list of the top 100 players.

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Commish's Classics: The night a replacement ump ejected the entire Cardinals bench

Commish's Classics: The night a replacement ump ejected the entire Cardinals bench

Dave Pallone ejected Ted Simmons, Keith Hernandez and Ken Boyer - but he didn't stop there.

The day the president came to St. Louis and got more baseball than he bargained for

The day the president came to St. Louis and got more baseball than he bargained for

On May 4, 1910, President William Howard Taft had quite the day of baseball in St. Louis.

A look back at the life of Mike Shannon

A look back at the life of Mike Shannon

Here's a look at homegrown legend Mike Shannon's career on the field, in the booth and with friends and family.

Doug Clarey had only one hit in his career, but it was a huge one for the St. Louis Cardinals

Doug Clarey had only one hit in his career, but it was a huge one for the St. Louis Cardinals

On April 28, 1976, infielder Doug Clarey of the Cardinals hit a game-winning two-run homer against the Giants. It would be the only hit of Clarey's major league career. 

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Cardinals’ Jack Flaherty wins, attempts to keep tunnel vision as MLB trade deadline approaches

Cardinals’ Jack Flaherty wins, attempts to keep tunnel vision as MLB trade deadline approaches

Cardinals starter Jack Flaherty turned in a strong start in a series-clinching win over the Washington Nationals at Busch Stadium.

‘That’s not the end’: Cardinals great Wainwright, headed to IL, vows to have ‘strong’ finale

‘That’s not the end’: Cardinals great Wainwright, headed to IL, vows to have ‘strong’ finale

Veteran starter heads to St. Louis to have shoulder examined after allowing two homers and seven runs in 15-2 mess to Marlins, Cardinals' worst on July Fourth.

Tally-ho! Jordan Hicks saves Cardinals comeback, takes home London Series split

Tally-ho! Jordan Hicks saves Cardinals comeback, takes home London Series split

Hicks, too ill to be at the ballpark Saturday, collects his fourth save of the eight-day road trip as Cardinals overcome four-run deficit to win, 7-5, Sunday.

London letdown: Adam Wainwright’s ‘perfect storm of horribleness’ trips Cardinals vs. Cubs

London letdown: Adam Wainwright’s ‘perfect storm of horribleness’ trips Cardinals vs. Cubs

First NL game in United Kingdom comes apart on veteran right-hander. Ian Happ hits two homers off Wainwright, Cubs score seven vs. him in 9-1 win.

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