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Cardinals option Cooper Hjerpe for fresh arm after exciting start to MLB career
Cooper Hjerpe was optioned to Triple-A for a fresh arm by the St. Louis Cardinals today, but his first stint with the Major League club was one to be remembered. He could very well end up in their starting rotation next season.
Cardinals make unwanted history with first back-to-back full-season losing records since 1959
The St. Louis Cardinals will officially finish with a losing record this year, meaning they'll have consecutive losing full seasons for the first time since 1959, not the kind of history they were hoping to make any time soon.
Gordon Graceffo's 2026 success can be a launching pad for new role in 2027
The Cardinals have openings in next season's rotation and Gordon Graceffo could follow in Kyle Leahy's footsteps to take that spot.
Cardinals have revealed their cards when it comes to Victor Scott II's future
The St. Louis Cardinals do not value Victor Scott anymore, and you can tell by the fact that he spent most of this year in Triple-A and has started just one game since being called up on September 1st. He won't be with the team in 2027.
Don't sleep on Jimmy Crooks' value for the Cardinals moving forward
The St. Louis Cardinals have a valuable catcher on their hands in Jimmy Crooks, and even if he doesn't fit into their plans moving forward, he should bring them back a lot in a trade.
Jordan Walker's September swoon with the Cardinals could illustrate the perils of a premature extension
The St. Louis Cardinals haven't offered outfielder Jordan Walker an extension yet, and Chaim Bloom's decision looks smarter with Walker's major issues at the plate late in the season.
Cardinals' loaded Double-A roster falls short of championship due to self-inflicted wounds
The St. Louis Cardinals had a loaded Double-A roster this year, but it fell short in the winner-takes-all Texas League Championship game on Wednesday due to their own mistakes. Rainiel Rodriguez and Liam Doyle looked awesome.
Jordan Walker's favorite Cardinals moments are the small ones
The St. Louis Cardinals had plenty of memorable moments in 2026, but for Jordan Walker, nothing compares to spending time with his teammates that duel as best friends.
Platooning Alec Burleson at first base is the next evolution for Cardinals lineup
The St. Louis Cardinals can upgrade their lineup and give more at-bats to young players in 2027 by platooning Alec Burleson at first base. Ivan Herrera, Leo Bernal, and Rainiel Rodriguez could factor into that rotation.
Cardinals History: Albert Pujols swats number 700 against the Dodgers
On this date, in 2022, St. Louis Cardinals legend Albert Pujols hit the 700th home run of his illustrious career against the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Cardinals could give Luis Robert a chance to rebuild his value in new role in 2027
The Cardinals should take a flier on Luis Robert Jr. as a placeholder in center field who can bring a jolt to the offense.
The Cardinals are wise in their choice not to meddle with Busch Stadium's fences
Chaim Bloom reportedly has no plans to move in the fences at Busch Stadium, and that lack of action is probably the best choice for the St. Louis Cardinals if they want to be competitive and stay on the leading edge of baseball.
It sure sounds like Cardinals' catching situation is out of Oliver Marmol's hands
Manger Oliver Marmol was asked about the Cardinals catching situation beyond starter Leo Bernal, and he said that was a Chaim Bloom question. What does that mean for the future of Ivan Herrera, Jimmy Crooks, Pedro Pages, and Rainiel Rodriguez?
Cardinals' 2026 home attendance tells of a cautiously hopeful Best Fans in Baseball
Attendance at Busch Stadium declined again this year, but not nearly as much as past years. St. Louis Cardinals fans have hope in the future, but are cautious about going all in until they see more.
As 2026 draws to a close, the Cardinals should heed lessons from 2006
As the St. Louis Cardinals finish the year, they need to realize that outside additions will be key to contention. This is what helped them win a World Series in 2006, and will be key to success moving forward.
Joshua Baez flashing his super-high ceiling with Cardinals bodes well for the future
Joshua Baez had a great cup of coffee with the St. Louis Cardinals this year, and manger Oliver Marmol believes Baez showed a super high ceiling worth betting on. If you look at the numbers, there's a lot to like and improve upon.
Leo Bernal's addition to top 100 prospects list opens up Cardinals' chances at PPI bonus next season
Leo Bernal was added to MLB Pipeline's top 100 prospects list, and if he's added to Baseball America's or ESPN's, he'll be eligble to win the St. Louis Cardinals a PPI draft pick in 2027 if he wins Rookie of the Year.
Where Ivan Herrera does (and doesn't) fit long term for the St. Louis Cardinals
Ivan Herrera has regressed offensively and not shown improvement defensively. This has put his position on the St. Louis Cardinals into question long term.
Alex Bregman's brutal injury reminds Cardinals fans of the misfortune that befell Juan Encarnación
Alex Bregman's injury will remind St. Louis Cardinals fans of the ball that struck Juan Encarnación in the eye in 2007 and ended his career. Despite the rivalry, Cardinals fans should show some empathy toward their rival during this tough time.
Cardinals farm system receives A+ grade as team is positioned to contend for years to come
The St. Louis Cardinals just got an A+ grade from Baseball America for the state of their farm system, and incredible feat considering how bad things were just two years ago. They are loaded right now and look ready to contend for a long time.
Quinn Mathews is being slept on as impact arm for Cardinals rotation
Quinn Mathews has been awesome since debuting for the St. Louis Cardinals, but his impact seems to have been underplayed. He's got way more upside than people give him credit for.
Cardinals are force to be reckoned with according to Giants manager Tony Vitello
Giants manager Tony Vitello was full of compliments for the Cardinals, giving positive remarks to Chaim Bloom, Oliver Marmol, and Alec Burleson as St. Louis builds towards the future.
3 Cardinals playing their final home games at Busch Stadium this weekend
Nolan Gorman, Cesar Prieto, and Pedro Pages should be playing their final home games with the St. Louis Cardinals this weekend as the club looks to retool their roster ahead of the 2027 season.
Time runs out on Blaze Jordan as yet another young Cardinal's season is officially over
St. Louis Cardinals third baseman Blaze Jordan's season is officially over after his rehab will go longer than the number of games the Cardinals have left. He impressed the Cardinals this year defensively and did enough at the plate to warrant a future.
Cardinals News: Joshua Baez season-ending injury, Ramon Urias released, Cesar Prieto return
Joshua Baez's season is over as the St. Louis Cardinals place him in the injured list. Ramon Urias was released today after being designated for an assignment, and Cesar Prieto gets his last shot with the team.
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