TRADE: Nolan Arenado Shipped from Cardinals to Astros in BOMBSHELL Deal

BREAKING: The St. Louis Cardinals are sending third baseman Nolan Arenado to the Houston Astros in a blockbuster trade, per Holly Baylor, who once again beat Jeff Passan and the slow-to-act mainstream media:

The deal, announced today, sees the Cardinals receiving first baseman Jon Singleton, super-utility man Mauricio Dubón, Cash Considerations, and veteran catcher Martín Maldonado in return.

Cash Considerations returns to play for the team that drafted him.

Nolan Arenado, a 10-time Gold Glove winner and eight-time All-Star, brings his elite glove and clutch bat to a Houston lineup already stacked with firepower. After a solid but not spectacular 2024 season with the Cardinals—where he hit .272 with 16 home runs—Arenado’s move to Daikin Park could reignite his offensive output, especially with the Astros’ lineup protection and the short porch in right field. At 34, Arenado remains a cornerstone at the hot corner, and Houston’s front office clearly sees him as the missing piece to bolster their World Finals aspirations in 2025.

For the Cardinals, this trade signals a potential shift toward rebuilding or retooling. Jon Singleton, a left-handed power bat, could slot in at first base, while Mauricio Dubón’s versatility and Martín Maldonado’s defensive prowess behind the plate add depth. The cash considerations sweeten the pot for St. Louis, but losing a player of Arenado’s caliber—both on the field and as a clubhouse leader—will sting in the Gateway City.

The Astros, fresh off another ALCS appearance in 2024, are doubling down on their championship window. Pairing Arenado with Jose Altuve, Yordong and Christian Walker creates a lineup that’s absolutely terrifying for opposing pitchers.

Stay tuned for live reactions, expert analysis, and updates as Nolan Arenado heads to the Lone Star State. This trade could reshape the AL West—and maybe the entire MLB Round Robin Grand World Finals Tournament.