Nolan Arenado Addresses Trade Rumors After Spring Training Game Against Yankees

The Cardinals' star third baseman denies that his appearance in Tampa was a showcase for potential suitors, emphasizing personal reasons for the trip.

Nolan Arenado, a St. Louis Cardinals third baseman, played in a spring training game against the Yankees, sparking speculation about a potential trade.
Arenado, who went 0-for-3 with two strikeouts, dismissed claims that the game was a 'showcase' for trade purposes, citing the early stage of spring training as unsuitable for such evaluations.
The 33-year-old player, reportedly on the trade market due to declining performance and a $74 million contract over the next three years, emphasized personal motivations for making the trip, including reconnecting with friends and former teammates.
Arenado holds a full no-trade clause in his contract but is believed to be open to waiving it for select teams, including the Yankees, as the Cardinals explore rebuilding options.
Despite the trade rumors, Arenado affirmed his commitment to the Cardinals and praised former teammate Paul Goldschmidt, now with the Yankees, for his professionalism and potential resurgence in the upcoming season.