Could Cardinals' Top Prospect Make it to the Big Leagues in 2027?

Could Cardinals' Top Prospect Make it to the Big Leagues in 2027?

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Tue, October 20, 2026 at 5:57 AM UTC·

Cards' Slugger Pushes Way into Franchise Fixture Category with Strong '26

Given the chance to play every day and play his natural position at first base, Alec Burleson proved to the St. Louis Cardinals that he could be one of MLB's most productive hitters in 2026. Will the club lock up Burleson to a long-term deal to secure his future in St. Louis?

Cardinals Dream Offseason: 3 Moves That Would Change Everything

Could the St. Louis Cardinals make a run to the playoffs in 2027? They'll need some help.

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Ranking Cardinals Players Most Likely To Be Traded Before 2027 Season

The St. Louis Cardinals should be taking a close look at the trade market this winter.

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Cardinals' Most Likely Trade Target Should Be Crystal Clear

The St. Louis Cardinals have a few holes on their roster, but one main opening would be the most logical target in an offseason trade.

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6 MLB Free Agents Cardinals Could Target, Including Red Sox Starter

Will the St. Louis Cardinals make a splash in free agency?

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Cardinals Can Find Silver Lining in Brewers-Rays 2026 World Series

St. Louis Cardinals fans should watch the 2026 World Series closely, and have hope.

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Cards Opening Series Win Even More Impressive with Rays in World Series

Despite being in rebuilding mode and featuring one of MLB's youngest rosters, the Cardinals beat Tampa Bay 8-6 on Opening Day and won the three-game series. With the Rays now headed to the World Series to face the Brewers, that series victory looks even more impressive for the upstart Cards.

One World Series Player Who Would Be a Perfect Fit for the Cardinals

The St. Louis Cardinals' bullpen is in desperate need of reinforcements, so the team should be interested in a reunion with a veteran reliever this offseason.

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Three Cardinals Who Might Not be Tendered Contracts for 2027

MLB teams have until Nov. 21 to decide whether or not to offer contracts to arbitration-eligible and pre-arbitration players for the 2027 season. Here are three veteran players the Cardinals might move on from before the "non-tender" deadline.

The Viva El Birdos Podcast: Episode 86: Interview with Moises Rodriguez

Much has been made of the Cardinals’ efforts over the last several months to grow their player development side and infuse it with young, exciting, high-upside talent. One of the men in charge of contributing to that process is Cardinals Assistant General Manager and Head of Player Development Moises Rodriguez. Along with Tyler Gettinger, who […]

Cardinals-Angels Reid Detmers Would Be Dangerous Mistake for St. Louis

The St. Louis Cardinals aren't ready to make a massive splash, despite speculation.

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Why Cardinals' Biggest Surprise Has Complicated This Offseason

The St. Louis Cardinals exceeded expectations this season but are not yet ready to compete for a championship.

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Five Former Cardinals Will Play in the 2026 World Series

Which former Cardinals could be winning a championship for the 2026 season?

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The paradoxical performance of the 2026 Twins offense—and how to build for 2027

The Twins can’t rely on the AL being perfectly pedestrian again

Looking at free agent second baseman for possible move to 3B

If the Cardinals want to compete next season, it would be wise to shore up their positions of weakness. The bullpen is a clear weakness, but it’s also the part of the team I would probably focus on last personally. An argument for the best closer in baseball is Bryan Baker of the Tampa Bay […]

Cardinals' Rookie Has No Plans to Stop Working at Big-League Level

Cardinals' utility fielder Bryan Torres needed 11 years of play in the Minor Leagues and Independent League ball to put himself in position for his MLB debut. Now, after a successful rookie season, he plans to work harder than ever to make sure he sticks with the Cards.

How Far are Washington Nationals From Evolving into MLB Superteam

Where did the Washington Nationals stack up among potential next MLB superteams?

Top 4 Orioles Regression Candidates In 2027

Not too many Orioles overachieved in a lost 2026. But two bats, a reliever and a starter seem unlikely to reach last year's heights again

Cubs Prospect Posted Unheard-Of Numbers in Second Season

Outfielder Kane Kepley shattered MiLB records by drawing 120 walks and scoring 127 runs, pairing elite plate discipline with a league-leading 70 stolen bases to ignite Chicago's system.