Josh leads our first weekly Q&A episode of the year to discuss where JJ Wetherholt will play once he joins the Cardinals' roster, who some surprising additions to the Opening Day roster might be, if the Cardinals and Chaim Bloom are focusing too much on pitching, and how many All-Stars the Cardinals will have this year.Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2j_m928DkTZsnj0nR_bERQ/joinUse code CARDS on Underdog Fantasy to get up to $1000 in bonus credit! https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-dealin-the-cardsUse our Lids affiliate link here: https://lids.7q8j.net/QyG60oBuy our merch here: https://dealin-the-cards.creator-spring.com/Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok @DealinTheCards

After the Brendan Donovan trade do the Cardinals still have one more move up their sleeve this offseason? We break down the rumors of the Cardinals adding a right-handed outfield bat this offseason. Who could it be? Will the Cardinals add Andrew McCutchen or Randal Grichuk as they look to bolster their bench and find a veteran leader presence?🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6595733980577792Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2j_m928DkTZsnj0nR_bERQ/joinUse our Lids affiliate link here: https://lids.7q8j.net/QyG60oBuy our merch here: https://dealin-the-cards.creator-spring.com/Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok @DealinTheCards

As the Cardinals' rebuild continues, there is growing concern with revenue losses across both ticket sales and TV money. With the Cardinals moving to MLB TV for the 2026 season, and fan attendance projected to decline again, will the Cardinals ever return to the glory days where they were top 10 in payroll, or are they doomed to the fate of a small market team?🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6595733980577792Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2j_m928DkTZsnj0nR_bERQ/joinUse our Lids affiliate link here: https://lids.7q8j.net/QyG60oBuy our merch here: https://dealin-the-cards.creator-spring.com/Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok @DealinTheCards

The Cardinals traded Brendan Donovan to the Seattle Mariners for a prospect package including switch-pitcher Jurrangelo Cijntje, Tai Peete, Colton Ledbetter, and two comp. picks. How did they do in the draft? Kareem, Adam, and Aidan break down the full return the Cardinals got for Brendan Donovan.Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2j_m928DkTZsnj0nR_bERQ/joinUse code CARDS on Underdog Fantasy to get up to $1000 in bonus credit! https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-dealin-the-cardsUse our Lids affiliate link here: https://lids.7q8j.net/QyG60oBuy our merch here: https://dealin-the-cards.creator-spring.com/Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok @DealinTheCards

The St. Louis Cardinals have traded Brendan Donovan to the Seattle Mariners in a three-team trade with the Tampa Bay Rays. The return prospect includes switch-pitcher Jurrangelo Cijntje and others from the Mariners and Rays. How do we feel about the trade with Donovan, and the return package that the Cardinals got back?🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6595733980577792Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2j_m928DkTZsnj0nR_bERQ/joinUse our Lids affiliate link here: https://lids.7q8j.net/QyG60oBuy our merch here: https://dealin-the-cards.creator-spring.com/Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok @DealinTheCards

After Luis Arraez signed with the San Francisco Giants, it seems like teams interested in the Brendan Donovan market are pivoting elsewhere. Are the Cardinals wrong for holding onto Brendan Donovan for this long? Is he destined to staying with the club through Opening Day at this point? Is Chaim Bloom done making moves this offseason, or will he find a way to trade Donovan and sign a right-handed bat?🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6595733980577792Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2j_m928DkTZsnj0nR_bERQ/joinUse our Lids affiliate link here: https://lids.7q8j.net/QyG60oBuy our merch here: https://dealin-the-cards.creator-spring.com/Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok @DealinTheCards

In this episode, we sit down with Larry Day, Cardinals Farm Director, to go behind the scenes of player development in St. Louis. Larry breaks down what a Farm Director actually does day-to-day, how the organization has reshaped its player development approach over the past year, and why communication and alignment matter just as much as tech and data.We dive into talent acquisition philosophy, organizational change, and real-world examples like Joshua Baez’s breakout and what makes JJ Wetherholt such a special prospect. Plus, we explore how front offices make tough decisions on Opening Day rosters, service time, PPI, and long-term value—along with how teams plan for uncertainty like potential work stoppages.Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2j_m928DkTZsnj0nR_bERQ/joinUse our Lids affiliate link here: https://lids.7q8j.net/QyG60oBuy our merch here: https://dealin-the-cards.creator-spring.com/Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok @DealinTheCards

The St. Louis Cardinals have signed a few very intriguing International amateur free agents, and they are poised to have another successful season on the farm. With national media recognizing the progress Chaim Bloom and the Cardinals have made, how excited are we for the 2026 season on the Cardinals' farm?Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2j_m928DkTZsnj0nR_bERQ/joinUse code CARDS on Underdog Fantasy to get up to $1000 in bonus credit! https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-dealin-the-cardsUse our Lids affiliate link here: https://lids.7q8j.net/QyG60oBuy our merch here: https://dealin-the-cards.creator-spring.com/Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok @DealinTheCards