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Curt Bishop

Curt Bishop

Joined: Aug 29, 2024

Curt Bishop is a freelance sports writer who graduated from Maryville University of St. Louis with a Bachelor of Arts degree in the field of Communication and currently writes as a contributor for various platforms covering Major League Baseball. Curt’s work includes covering trade and free agency predictions, as well as rumors and news.

Sep 11, 2018; St. Louis, MO, USA; St. Louis Cardinals manager Mike Shildt (8) and his team wear patches on their hats in remembrance of the victims of the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001 prior to a game against the Pittsburgh Pirates at Busch Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images
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Cardinals Veteran Slugger Linked To Phillies As Possible Trade Fit

The Cardinals are now set to enter a rebuilding phase, which means they won't be signing any major free agents this offseason. Instead, they might be trading some key players away. Nolan Arenado could be one of them.

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Sep 17, 2018; Atlanta, GA, USA; Detailed view of a St. Louis Cardinals hat and glove in the dugout against the Atlanta Braves in the first inning at SunTrust Park. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images
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Cardinals Veteran Slugger Listed As Possible Trade Fit For Astros

One player in particular who could be on the move is third baseman Nolan Arenado. He has a no-trade clause but may want out of St. Louis due to the team rebuilding rather than contending. Will Leitch of MLB.com listed the Houston Astros as a fit.

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Sep 5, 2023; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; A detailed view of the hat and glove of St. Louis Cardinals second baseman Nolan Gorman (not pictured) before a game against the Atlanta Braves at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images
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Cardinals Veteran Catcher Listed As Potential Trade Fit For Padres

While the Cardinals have already announced that Willson Contreras will move to first base after he expressed a desire to stay in St. Louis, a trade can't fully be ruled out just yet. Will Leitch of MLB.com listed the San Diego Padres as a fit.

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Apr 15, 2019; Milwaukee, WI, USA; A cap rests on the dug out wall with the number 42 on the hat in honor of Major League Baseball s Jackie Robinson Day. Mandatory Credit: Michael McLoone-Imagn Images
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Cardinals All-Star Closer Listed As Potential Trade Fit For Dodgers

Sonny Gray and Willson Contreras are already staying, but other players could be on the move. One of them could be closer Ryan Helsley. The Cardinals could get a good package for him.

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Sep 11, 2023; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; A detailed view of the 9/11 ribbon on a St. Louis Cardinals hat in the dugout before the game against the Baltimore Orioles at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images
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Cardinals Veteran Slugger Listed As Potential Trade Fit For Yankees

The Cardinals are rebuilding, and Nolan Arenado likely will not want to sit through a transition period now that he is late in his career. Will Leitch of MLB.com proposed the idea of Arenado going to the New York Yankees.

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Aug 5, 2023; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; A general view of Busch Stadium during the first inning of a game between the St. Louis Cardinals and the Colorado Rockies. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images
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Cardinals Should Be Open To Reunion With Fan Favorite in 2025

Katie Woo of The Athletic notes that a reunion with fan-favorite Matt Carpenter is unlikely, but that Carpenter is open to coming back in a similar role to this year. If he is open to staying, St. Louis should pursue a reunion.

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Apr 28, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; A hat and glove of an Los Angeles Dodgers player durng a game against the Toronto Blue Jays at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images
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Cardinals Should Target Dodgers Playoff Hero As Possible Sonny Gray Replacement

If Sonny Gray chooses to waive his no-trade clause, there needs to be a backup plan in place. This is where Los Angeles Dodgers playoff hero Walker Buehler comes in. If Gray is traded, St. Louis should make an attempt to sign the veteran right-hander.

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Sep 18, 2024; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Sonny Gray (54) pitches against the Pittsburgh Pirates during the second inning at Busch Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images
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Cardinals Likely To Keep $75 Million Ace For 2025 Despite Rebuild

Of the players that could be traded, right-hander Sonny Gray is one that will generate plenty of trade interest with the Cardinals kicking off a rebuild. However, John Mozeliak recently stated that he plans to have Gray in the rotation in 2025.

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Aug 29, 2024; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; A general view as fans look on from their seats during the eighth inning of a game between the St. Louis Cardinals and the San Diego Padres at Busch Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images
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Cardinals Should Bring Back $6 Million Reliever Despite Declining Option

The Cardinals should reunite with the veteran fireballer.

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Sep 24, 2024; Denver, Colorado, USA; St. Louis Cardinals catcher Ivan Herrera (48) reacts following the eighth inning against the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images
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Cardinals Should Give Promising Young Catcher Starting Role In 2025

But if they are trading Contreras, who is their starting catcher, they need to prioritize the development of one of their young backstops. Ivan Herrera has struggled defensively, but St. Louis needs to make him the starter in 2025.

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Oct 10, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Royals pitcher Michael Wacha (52) throws during the first inning against the New York Yankees during game four of the ALDS for the 2024 MLB Playoffs at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images
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Cardinals Should Look Into Reunion With Former All-Star If Sonny Gray Is Traded

Even with the St. Louis Cardinals set to enter a rebuild of sorts and not pursue high-priced free agents, there is a way that a reunion between Michael Wacha and his old team could happen. If ace Sonny Gray is traded, St. Louis should consider it.

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Sep 25, 2024; Denver, Colorado, USA; St. Louis Cardinals first base Paul Goldschmidt (46) in the dug out before the game against the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images
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Moving On From Franchise Cornerstones Is The Right Call For Cardinals

The Cardinals will be trading some players. Nolan Arenado could be one of them, and according to Katie Woo, they already have decided to not bring back Paul Goldschmidt. Ultimately, this is the right call for a team that desperately needs change.

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