Cardinals Drop a Bombshell: St. Louis Cardinals Stun MLB World with Blockbuster Trade of Key Star to Fuel Playoff Push!

It surprised the baseball world when superstar third baseman Nolan Arenado began the 2025 season with the St. Louis Cardinals, a team many expected to rebuild after back-to-back disappointing years.

However, the Cardinals’ strong start this year, sitting just two games behind first place in the NL Central and holding a Wild Card spot, has shifted their focus from rebuilding to competing for the postseason.

As a result, Arenado is off the trade block, but former top prospect Jordan Walker might not be. Despite high hopes, Walker has struggled again this season, batting only .212 with three home runs and 20 RBIs, continuing a trend from last year’s disappointing performance.

Though still young with potential power due to his imposing size, Walker’s recent struggles mean the Cardinals might consider trading him at the deadline to acquire needed upgrades.

While he may not fetch star players in return, teams willing to bet on his upside could offer valuable pieces, leaving the Cardinals to decide if that trade-off is worth it.