Most of the attention around today’s deadline revolved around whether or not St. Louis was going to sell for the second time in three years. And after a very rough showing in July, it is perhaps fitting that the rental pieces out of the bullpen are the first to go. That is not to say ... [Read more] … [Read more...] about Cardinals look to Blaze a Path to Winning
Maton doing the Texas Two-Step
The last of the three rental relievers has found a new home. After much debate on deadline day, the Cardinals moved local boy Phil Maton to a playoff contender for a pair of high upside arms. Texas has acquired the relief ace for LHP Mason Molina who profiles as a back of the rotation starter ... [Read more] … [Read more...] about Maton doing the Texas Two-Step
Preacher Tackles a Mock
One of the best parts about Draft season has to be the mocks! They start as soon as the ink dries on the previous edition and don’t stop until just before the curtain goes up tonight. As your humble Preacher, it has never been a goal of mine to jump into the mock party. The ... [Read more] … [Read more...] about Preacher Tackles a Mock
St. Louis Stacks the Deck
As the dust settles on the 2025 Draft , a couple of things were made very clear by the incoming Cardinals’ brass. It would be business as usual for St. Louis as far as risk-taking, but the types of players selected paint a clear picture. Gone are the days of stacking up senior signings to save pennies, ... [Read more] … [Read more...] about St. Louis Stacks the Deck
With the First Pick
And we are live! What a way to kick off the 2025 Draft, as the rumors were true and neither Holliday or Anderson were the first or second pick. Those two didn’t fall from, however, as the Mariners snagged the top lefty and Ethan landed with his Dad’s first club. That left the Cardinals with ... [Read more] … [Read more...] about With the First Pick