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The Future of the St. Louis Cardinals Hangs in the Balance as Nolan Arenado’s Injury Recovery Continues
The St. Louis Cardinals are facing a major question mark when it comes to the team’s future. And that question mark is none other than their star third baseman and future Hall of Famer, Nolan Arenado. Despite his impressive career success, Arenado has been struggling in the 2025 season and is currently sidelined with a shoulder injury.
Recently, a report from John Denton of MLB.com shed light on Arenado’s ongoing injury recovery. And unfortunately, Cardinals manager Oli Marmol had a bleak update on Arenado’s timeline for returning to the big league roster. According to Denton’s report, Marmol stated, “He (Arenado) is not expected to be ready by STL’s series in Miami on August 18th-20th.”
It’s a tough blow for the Cardinals, as they were hoping to have Arenado back in the lineup sooner rather than later. The third baseman reported to the #STLCards Spring HQ in Jupiter, Florida on Friday to begin what is expected to be a lengthy rehab process.
The Future of Nolan Arenado and the St. Louis Cardinals: A Bleak Update on His Injury Recovery
The St. Louis Cardinals are facing a major question mark for their future, and it revolves around their star third baseman, Nolan Arenado. Despite his impressive career success, the 2025 season has been a struggle for Arenado, who has been sidelined with a shoulder injury.
According to a report from John Denton of MLB.com, Cardinals manager Oli Marmol has provided a bleak update on Arenado’s timeline for returning to the big league roster. “He (Arenado) is not expected to be ready by STL’s series in Miami on August 18th-20th,” reported Denton.
This news is a tough blow for the Cardinals’ $275 million infielder, who has been a key player for the team in recent years. However, with his injury and poor performance this season, it seems that the end of his time with the Cardinals may be approaching.
While there are no immediate plans to move on from Arenado, if his injury persists and he is unable to return to the roster this season, the team’s new president of baseball operations may decide to part ways with the 10-time Gold Glover. His current OPS of .660 is well below his career average of .847, making it difficult for the Cardinals to find a trade partner willing to give up enough for a deal.
In the meantime, the success of Arenado’s injury recovery is crucial for the team’s future. Unfortunately, Marmol’s update does not bode well for a speedy return to the field.
Initially, it was believed that Arenado could return on August 18th, but this update from Marmol has put an end to that possibility. The veteran is not expected to be back by that date, despite initial predictions.
This latest report from Denton on Marmol’s outlook for Arenado’s recovery is a grim one for the eight-time All-Star. While his time in St. Louis is not over yet, this update suggests that the end may be closer than previously thought.
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