Uncertainty Looms in St. Louis: What’s Next for the Cardinals?
The city of St. Louis is buzzing with speculation as the Cardinals’ playoff hopes dwindle. With a new President of Baseball Operations, Chaim Bloom, at the helm, fans are eager to see what direction he will take to turn the franchise around.
One potential move that has been circulating involves the acquisition of starting pitcher Sonny Gray. Despite his no-trade clause, there is still a possibility of an offseason trade for the three-time All-Star.
As the Cardinals face an uncertain future, all eyes are on Bloom and his potential plans for the team. Will he make bold moves to revitalize the franchise or stick with the current roster? Only time will tell, but one thing is for sure: the city of St. Louis is on the edge of their seats, eagerly awaiting the next chapter in Cardinals history.
Uncertainty Looms in St. Louis: What Will New President of Baseball Operations Chaim Bloom Do to Revitalize the Franchise?
As the Cardinals’ playoff chances continue to dwindle, all eyes are on incoming President of Baseball Operations Chaim Bloom. With the team in need of a major turnaround, fans and analysts alike are wondering what direction Bloom will take to bring the franchise back to its former glory.
Could Sonny Gray Be the Key to St. Louis’ Success?
One potential move that has been discussed is a trade for starting pitcher Sonny Gray. Despite having a no-trade clause, there is still a possibility of an offseason trade for the three-time All-Star. Gray, who is 35 years old, has one year left on his contract with a club option for 2027. However, his contract includes a $5 million buyout and he is set to make $35 million in 2026. While he may be hesitant to leave due to his no-trade clause, Gray could be a valuable asset to a team with better chances of making a postseason run. Additionally, his experience could be beneficial to a roster full of young talent.
Stability in the Rotation: A Necessity for the Cardinals
In a recent article for the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, Lynn Worthy argues that the Cardinals need stability in their rotation while their young pitchers continue to develop. “Perhaps it’s worth it to have Gray stay put, provide certainty in the rotation, a potential trade chip next summer, and a security blanket that allows the organization to proceed deliberately with the development of its internal starting options,” he wrote. Worthy also notes that if the Cardinals are concerned about saving salary, they may still have to pay part of Gray’s contract in a trade.
The Dilemma of Losing Miles Mikolas
Adding to the uncertainty, veteran pitcher Miles Mikolas will be a free agent this winter. If he leaves, it puts even more pressure on the young arms in the rotation, such as Andre Pallante, Michael McGreevy, and Matthew Liberatore. Liberatore, in particular, has shown signs of fatigue due to his increased workload. This puts Bloom in a tough position, but it’s a decision he will have to make in order to set the Cardinals up for success in the future.
