The rumor mill surrounding St. Louis Cardinals utility player Brendan Donovan has gained speed over the last few days. What began as whispers of a potential trade has developed into full-blown rumors and even inklings of reports that the Cardinals could trade their prized clubhouse leader.
Trading Brendan Donovan now would be a hit to the clubhouse without a doubt. He's become a leader for the Cardinals, and he's provided plus production for the Cardinals for almost four years now. However, the Cardinals are looking long term with new president of baseball operations Chaim Bloom at the helm now.