The Dust Has Settled: St. Louis Cardinals Make Three Trades at 2025 MLB Trade Deadline
After weeks of swirling rumors and intense speculation, the 2025 Major League Baseball trade deadline has finally come to a close. And for the St. Louis Cardinals, it was a busy day as they made three significant trades.
In a surprising move, the Cardinals traded pitcher Steven Matz to the Boston Red Sox. Matz, who had been with the team since 2022, had a solid record of 10-5 this season with a 3.45 ERA. However, the Cardinals saw an opportunity to strengthen their roster and decided to part ways with the left-hander.
Another notable trade for the Cardinals was sending reliever Ryan Helsley to the New York Mets. Helsley, who had been with the team since 2020, had a 2.89 ERA this season and was a key member of the bullpen. But with the Mets in need of bullpen help, the Cardinals saw this as a chance to acquire some valuable assets.
The third and final trade for the Cardinals was sending pitcher Phil Maton to the Texas Rangers. Maton, who had been with the team since 2023, had a 3.12 ERA this season and was a reliable option out of the bullpen. However, the Cardinals felt that they needed to make a move to improve their roster and saw the Rangers as a potential trade partner.
Overall, the Cardinals made some bold moves at the trade deadline, showing their determination to compete for a playoff spot this season. Only time will tell if these trades will pay off, but one thing is for sure: the dust has settled and the Cardinals are ready to make a push for the postseason.
Steven Matz Thriving with Boston Red Sox After Trade from Cardinals
In a surprising move, Steven Matz was traded from the St. Louis Cardinals to the Boston Red Sox just before the trade deadline. And it seems to have been a beneficial change for the pitcher, who was having the best season of his Cardinals career.
Since joining the Red Sox, Matz has made six appearances and boasts an impressive 1.42 ERA across 6 1/3 innings pitched. This has been a welcome addition for Boston, who is currently in the midst of a playoff race in the American League.
Inconsistent Cardinals Struggle After Trade Deadline
The Cardinals, on the other hand, have been struggling since the trade deadline. This is not surprising, as their overall season has been marked by inconsistency. The team traded three players who were heading to free agency, indicating a shift in their long-term vision for the organization.
While the jury is still out on the players brought back to St. Louis, it’s worth noting that two of the players they traded are now struggling with their new teams. This includes Ryan Helsley, who was traded to the New York Mets.
Mets and Rangers Also Struggle with New Acquisitions
Since joining the Mets, Helsley has had one of the worst stretches of his career, with a 7.11 ERA in eight appearances. Similarly, the Texas Rangers acquired Phil Maton from the Cardinals, but he has a 7.36 ERA in seven appearances for his new team. This is a stark contrast to his 2.35 ERA in 40 appearances with the Cardinals before the trade.
Overall, it seems that the Rangers may have acquired a talented pitcher in Maton, but he is currently going through a rough patch. As for the Cardinals, only time will tell if their trades will pay off in the long run.
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