The Los Angeles Dodgers had been linked to Nolan Arenado throughout the offseason, mostly because of the All-Star third baseman’s not-so-subtle hints that he preferred to be traded to the defending champions.
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The trade rumors initially began when Arenado posted a series of photos on his Instagram along with the song “dodger blue” by Los Angeles rapper Kendrick Lamar. Fans immediately took Arenado’s song choice as a clue toward his preferred trade destination.
The St. Louis Cardinals made it clear that the team wanted to trade the 10-time Gold Glove winner.