Could the St. Louis Cardinals Reevaluate a Trade for Sonny Gray?
Amidst a lackluster season for the St. Louis Cardinals, there may be a glimmer of hope as the team considers revisiting a potential trade for starting pitcher Sonny Gray. However, there is one major obstacle in the way – Gray’s no-trade clause.
The Cardinals have had a less than stellar performance this season, currently sitting in third place in the National League Central division. With a record of 50-50, the team is in need of a boost to turn their season around and make a push for the playoffs.
Gray, who currently plays for the Cincinnati Reds, has been a standout pitcher this season with a 3.42 ERA and 108 strikeouts. The Cardinals have reportedly shown interest in acquiring him before, but were unable to make a deal due to his no-trade clause.
However, with the trade deadline approaching, the Cardinals may have another chance to make a move for Gray. It is rumored that the pitcher may be open to waiving his no-trade clause for the right opportunity.
If the Cardinals were able to secure Gray, it could be a game-changing move for the struggling team. His strong pitching abilities could provide the boost they need to make a run for the playoffs.
Only time will tell if the Cardinals will indeed reevaluate a trade for Gray and if he will be willing to waive his no-trade clause. But one thing is for sure – it would be a major headline in the world of baseball if this deal were to come to fruition.
Cardinals Urged to Revisit Possible Sonny Gray Trade, Pending No-Trade Clause
The 2025 MLB regular season is quickly approaching its end, and the St. Louis Cardinals are facing a familiar situation. Just like in 2024, the team is struggling to stay above .500 and secure a spot in the National League Wild Card race.
However, this year, the Cardinals are also facing a change in leadership as they prepare to switch presidents of baseball operations. This has already led to significant changes, with John Mozeliak trading away veteran players to acquire future assets. And with Chaim Bloom taking over next season, it’s likely that this trend will continue.
During the trade deadline, St. Louis was able to move on from several pitchers, including Ryan Helsley, Steven Matz, and Phil Maton. But despite rumors of a possible trade involving Sonny Gray, the starting pitcher exercised his no-trade clause, which is linked to his contract with the Cardinals through 2026.
According to The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal, there is still a chance that Gray could be traded after this season. “He (Sonny Gray) said he wants one more crack at winning, one more chance to pitch in the postseason… ‘I do want those moments more,’ Gray said. ‘It’s just more fun to me,'” Rosenthal wrote on Wednesday.
If Gray remains with the Cardinals, it’s uncertain if he will have another opportunity to pitch in the postseason. With Chaim Bloom taking over as president of baseball operations, the team is expected to continue its rebuilding process. This means that the Cardinals, who haven’t played in October since 2022, may not have a chance to compete for a playoff spot in the near future.
