The Cardinals can't boast huge payrolls or a World Series shot, but they can provide opportunity for free agent pitchers.
When second baseman Ketel Marte's no-trade list was released and it included the St. Louis Cardinals, some took this as an indictment on the organization. The Cardinals haven't made the playoffs since 2022, they're entering rebuild, and rather than looking to add proven players, they're seeking to offload veterans in favor of prospects.