Overview
- Willson Contreras confirmed he alongside president John Mozeliak agreed he would remain in St. Louis by exercising his no-trade clause ahead of Thursday’s deadline.
- His five-year, $87.5 million contract runs through the 2027 season and includes a club option for 2028 with an $18 million annual salary.
- The Cardinals remain active in trade talks, targeting Nolan Arenado plus relievers Ryan Helsley, Phil Maton, Steven Matz, all on expiring contracts.
- Contreras has produced a .259/.346/.444 slash line with a .790 OPS over 103 games this season, topping the team with 14 home runs, 61 RBIs while providing veteran leadership.
- St. Louis is seeking to thread its push for a Wild Card berth with a long-term youth development plan as the July 31 deadline approaches.