There was a time when St. Louis Cardinals standout Brendan Donovan was on the Houston Astros' radar. Unfortunately, there's been a renewed interest throughout the league, and it would seem that Houston's aspirations of landing Donovan have all but evaporated.
The Cardinals star has quickly become one of the most desirable trade candidates remaining this offseason, due in part to his defensive versatility, affordable contract, and St. Louis' willingness to move him in order to accelerate their rebuilding efforts.
As such, Houston is now on the outside looking in. The Astros have little to offer the Cardinals in terms of prospect capital — something new president of baseball operations Chaim Bloom is seeking.