3 Trade Targets at Catcher for the St. Louis Cardinals


Max Stassi
The Los Angeles Angels have followed up their hot start to 2022 by going ice cold this summer, falling out of being a legit playoff contender and now look to be sellers as teams approach the deadline. Catcher Max Stassi is a name that could be up for grabs among contenders.
Stassi has not been elite by any means at the plate this season, slashing just .208/.313/.328 with 5 HR and 16 RBI in 57 games this season, but that .641 OPS would be an improvement from the current Cardinal catchers.
Stassi has proven to be a great hitter over the last few seasons, having an OPS of .886 and .752 in 2020 and 2021, respectively. Stassi may regain some of that form in a Cardinal uniform, but even if he just maintains his play, would be a welcomed upgrade on the roster.
The Angels are in desperate need for a boost to their farm system, and since Stassi is making $7 million in 2023 and 2024, he will likely not cost a ton in terms of prospect value.
Stassi, like the other names on this list, is controllable, albeit on a larger dollar amount, making the decision to add him a win for the 2022 Cardinals and future seasons.