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The St. Louis Cardinals new president of baseball operations, Chaim Bloom, was a baseball blogger in the early 2000s before he got hired into Major League Baseball, writing for the website Baseball Prospectus.
Josh Jacobs|
Chaim Bloom believes in Jordan Walker but needs to see results at the MLB level soon
Scott Plaza|
In the mid-2000s, St. Louis Cardinals executive John Mozeliak called Brian Cashman about a trade for second baseman Robinson Cano. The New York Yankees requested Adam Wainwright, and John Mozeliak immediately said no.
Thomas Gauvain|
Chris Roycroft and Frank Elissalt hold fastballs that were among the best in the minor leagues by the Stuff+ metric in 2025, lending hope that they can aid the St. Louis Cardinals' pitching in seasons to come.
J.T. Buchheit|
The St. Louis Cardinals saw the largest decrease in average attendance this season of any MLB team, including the Rays and Athletics, who had to play in makeshift stadiums.
Scott Plaza|
As the St. Louis Cardinals prepare for a busy offseason under President of Baseball Operations Chaim Bloom, it sounds like fans won't have to worry about any payroll concerns.
Brandon Glick|
St. Louis Cardinals fans will be heartbroken if the Los Angeles Angels hire Albert Pujols as their next manager, but that move may be a blessing in disguise for the Cardinals.
J.T. Buchheit|
Chaim Bloom and Bill DeWitt Jr. both agree that now is not the time for the St. Louis Cardinals to significantly increase payroll.
Scott Plaza|
The St. Louis Cardinals would like to trade Willson Contreras this offseason, but they have to find a team that Contreras would actually want to leave St. Louis for. The Mets, Mariners, Padres, Brewers, and Rangers could be those fits.
Josh Jacobs|
Former St. Louis Cardinals manager Mike Shildt and his San Diego Padres were sent home by the Chicago Cubs after a terrible strike three call robbed Xander Bogaerts of a walk and the Padres of a bases loaded, no outs situation.
Josh Jacobs|
The St. Louis Cardinals are going to add a professional scouting director under Chaim Bloom, something that a lot of organizations are cutting. This will give the Cardinals an edge over other teams in player evaluation.
Josh Jacobs|
Rick Ankiel set an MLB record for the most wild pitches in one inning when the St. Louis Cardinals faced off against the Atlanta Braves in the 2000 NLDS. Today marks the 25th anniversary of that day.
Thomas Gauvain|
In the 2008 offseason, new general manager John Mozeliak had to bring a team back from a losing record while trading away a third baseman. In 2025, Chaim Bloom has to do the same for the St. Louis Cardinals.
Thomas Gauvain|
Headlined by Nolan Arenado, the St. Louis Cardinals have some bloated contracts on the roster, but how do they compare against their NL Central rivals?
Stephen Parello|
John Rooney, Joe Buck, Skip Caray, and, to an extent, Dan Shulman all have St. Louis Cardinals connections and are nominees for the 2026 Ford C. Frick awards
Scott Plaza|
The St. Louis Cardinals finished the 2025 season with the 8th-best odds for the top overall pick in the 2026 MLB Draft.
Scott Plaza|
The Chaim Bloom era is finally upon us in St. Louis. As exciting as it is for change, it will not be sunshine and rainbows. From prior failures, here are two mistakes Chaim Bloom must learn from when taking over the Cardinals.
Mason Keith|
The St. Louis Cardinals are going to trade Nolan Arenado this offseason, and he plans on expanding his list of destinations to make that happen. Those new teams could include the Phillies, Diamondbacks, Tigers, Angels, and Mariners.
Josh Jacobs|
St. Louis Cardinals' breakout prospect Deniel Ortiz has an offensive skillset that can help him move through the minor leagues, and he is being recognized for it.
Scott Plaza|
St. Louis Cardinals legend Albert Pujols was hired as the Los Angeles Angels manager today, replacing former manager Ron Washington. This comes on the heels of Chaim Bloom announcing that they are retaining Oliver Marmol as Cardinals manager.
Josh Jacobs|
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