2020 Payroll Update & Budget Space for Future Improvements

Maybe it’s just me, but there seems to be a sense of resigned acceptance growing among the Cardinals faithful. Marcell Ozuna has signed with the Braves. The smoke surrounding Nolan Arenado seems to have signaled the possibility of trade in the future, perhaps at the trade deadline. If the Cardinals are to be involved, its clear the Rockies will have to eat significant cash in a deal.

Pitchers and catchers report next week, and it looks like the Cardinals are heading to camp with their current payroll. The front office limited its spending to securing margins of the roster with marginal talent. When it comes to seeking significant improvements, Mozeliak and Girsch have kicked that proverbial…