St. Louis Cardinals All-Star Brendan Donovan: On the Trading Block?
After a stellar first half of the season, the spotlight is now on St. Louis Cardinals’ all-star Brendan Donovan. Rumors are swirling that he could be one of the players on the trading block in the near future.
Donovan has been a standout player for the Cardinals, with an impressive batting average and solid defensive skills. But with the trade deadline approaching, his name has been popping up in discussions among teams looking to make a move.
Many experts believe that Donovan’s strong performance in the first half has caught the attention of other teams, making him a valuable asset in potential trades. And with the Cardinals currently sitting in a tight race for a playoff spot, they may be willing to part ways with Donovan in exchange for some much-needed reinforcements.
But for Donovan, the trade rumors are just a part of the game. He remains focused on helping his team succeed and is not letting the speculation affect his performance on the field.
Only time will tell if Donovan will indeed be traded, but one thing is for sure: his talent and potential have not gone unnoticed by the rest of the league. As the trade deadline approaches, all eyes will be on the St. Louis Cardinals and their star player, Brendan Donovan.
Cardinals All-Star’s Trade Likelihood Revealed After Strong First Half
Could St. Louis Cardinals second baseman Brendan Donovan be on the move? According to Bleacher Report’s Zachary D. Rymer, it’s a possibility that can’t be ruled out.
In a recent article, Rymer listed eight MLB all-stars who could be potential trade targets. Among them was Donovan, who has been a standout player for the Cardinals this season.
Despite the lack of solid rumors or chatter surrounding a potential trade, Rymer believes that Donovan’s performance and the Cardinals’ recent struggles could make him a valuable trade candidate.
At 28 years old, Donovan is enjoying his best season yet with St. Louis. Through 89 games, he has a .297 batting average, .367 on-base percentage, and .430 slugging percentage, along with eight home runs and 26 RBIs.
His 102 hits rank tied for sixth in the National League, alongside 2024 National League batting champion Luis Arraez and last year’s NL MVP Shohei Ohtani.
However, the Cardinals have also been struggling as of late, with a 15-18 record over their last 33 games. This has led to a 28.5 percent chance of making the playoffs, according to FanGraphs.
Rymer also points out that the timing of the Cardinals’ front-office change could play a role in Donovan’s potential trade. With Chaim Bloom set to take over from John Mozeliak after 2025, the team may want to start the transition process early if they continue to struggle in the NL playoff race.
Despite these factors, Rymer believes that the likelihood of the Cardinals trading Donovan before the MLB trade deadline is low. However, with the future of the team uncertain and a mediocre farm system, it may be a wise move to consider trading Donovan for the long-term benefit of the organization.
This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 15, 2025, where it first appeared.
