Cardinals at Wild Card Crossroads | MLB News

The St. Louis Cardinals are quietly turning into baseball’s biggest surprise this season, holding third in the NL Wild Card with a 47-40 record despite a brutal stretch against elite teams. With the trade deadline looming, whispers swirl around acquiring veteran pitcher Robbie Ray — but the Cardinals are playing it safe, unwilling to sacrifice their future for a rental. They’ve got depth at shortstop and aren’t likely to part with top prospects like Tanner Franklin, making a blockbuster deal unlikely unless the price is right. The Cardinals’ smart, steady approach could pay off — or they might miss a golden opportunity. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/c13a09c187fcae39