Contreras Expected to Remain in St. Louis Despite Trade Rumors
Despite swirling rumors that he may be traded before the deadline, it seems that pitcher Carlos Contreras will be staying put in St. Louis.
According to sources close to the team, the Cardinals have no plans to deal Contreras and are confident in his abilities to contribute to their success this season.
The 27-year-old right-hander has been a valuable asset to the team since being called up from the minors in May. In 17 appearances, he has a 2.45 ERA and has struck out 23 batters in just over 22 innings pitched.
While there may have been some interest from other teams in acquiring Contreras, the Cardinals are not willing to part with him at this time. They see him as a key piece of their bullpen and believe he can help them make a push for the playoffs.
Contreras himself has expressed his desire to stay with the Cardinals and continue to contribute to their success. He has developed a strong bond with his teammates and is grateful for the opportunity to play for such a storied franchise.
So while trade rumors may continue to swirl, it seems that Contreras will remain a Cardinal for the foreseeable future. Fans can look forward to seeing him on the mound and helping the team in their quest for a championship.
The St. Louis Cardinals’ Star First Baseman Willson Contreras Confirms He Will Not Be Traded Before Deadline
The St. Louis Cardinals have been making moves ahead of the trade deadline, but one of their key players has made it clear that he will not be going anywhere. First baseman Willson Contreras spoke with John Denton of MLB.com and confirmed that he will not be exercising his no-trade clause.
“I’m staying here,” Contreras confidently told Denton. “I’ve already talked to [GM John Mozeliak] and everything is still the same. It’s a business, and [Mozeliak] doesn’t seem interested in trading me. We both said ‘no’ and we’re good.”
This announcement comes as a relief for Cardinals fans, as Contreras has been a consistent force for the team this season. The three-time All-Star is currently hitting .259 with 14 home runs, 61 RBI’s, and a .790 OPS. With the Cardinals sitting at a 55-55 record and just outside of the National League playoff picture, Contreras’ presence is crucial.
The Cardinals have already made some moves, trading away RHP Ryan Helsley and RHP Erick Fedde. They have also been shopping around other players, including RHP Sonny Gray, third baseman Nolan Arenado, and RHP Miles Mikolas.
These moves suggest that the Cardinals may be ready to sell, and it wouldn’t be surprising to see them make more moves before Thursday’s trade deadline. With a disappointing season so far, the team may look to acquire younger players to build for the future.
