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Familiar Astros trade name is back on the block — but fit isn’t what it used to be

The St. Louis Cardinals are expected to be one of the most active teams in the trade market next week at the MLB Winter Meetings, and it could lead to a former Houston Astros' target being on the move.

After initially stating his desire to remain with the Cardinals, Willson Contreras, according to a new report from The Athletic (subscription required), is now willing to waive his no-trade clause and has an increased desire to do so for the right fit.

Back when Contreras was with the Chicago Cubs, he was an oft-rumored target for an Astros front office in search of catching help.