The St. Louis Cardinals made it through the 2025 trade deadline, and the reviews are mixed. In his final season as president of baseball operations, John Mozeliak did precisely what he said he would do. Move expiring contracts with a focus on the future.
In deadline trades involving Ryan Helsley, Steven Matz, and Phil Maton. Mozeliak loaded up with several top prospects. These prospects are likely a couple of years away from appearing in St. Louis, but should provide some depth to the minor leagues in 2026 and beyond.
The Cardinals received 1B/3B Blaze Jordan from the Boston Red Sox for Matz.