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Cardinals Struggle to Trade Nolan Arenado as Spring Training Begins

St. Louis faces challenges with Arenado's no-trade clause and financial demands, leaving his future with the team uncertain.

Sep 25, 2024; Denver, Colorado, USA; St. Louis Cardinals third base Nolan Arenado (28) reacts in the third inning against the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images/File Photo
MINNEAPOLIS, MN - AUGUST 25: Nolan Arenado #28 of the St. Louis Cardinals looks on against the Minnesota Twins on August 25, 2024 at Target Field in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
MINNEAPOLIS, MN - AUGUST 25: Nolan Arenado #28 of the St. Louis Cardinals looks on against the Minnesota Twins on August 25, 2024 at Target Field in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
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Overview

  • Cardinals president John Mozeliak acknowledged the difficulty of trading Nolan Arenado, citing his no-trade clause and limited market of interested teams.
  • Boston Red Sox discussions to acquire Arenado have stalled over disagreements about how much of his $74 million remaining salary the Cardinals would cover.
  • Arenado, who struggled offensively in 2024 but remains a top-tier defender, has expressed willingness to waive his no-trade clause for five teams, including the Yankees and Dodgers.
  • If no trade is finalized, Arenado is expected to report to spring training, with team officials anticipating potential awkwardness but emphasizing his professionalism.
  • The Cardinals aim to rebuild for future seasons but have yet to make significant offseason moves, leaving the roster and Arenado's status in limbo.