MLB Free Agency Is Frozen, What It Means for the Cardinals and Brendan Donovan | Cards Central 365

MLB free agency is still stuck in neutral, and the Cardinals are right in the middle of the chaos. Joe Roderick and Stefan Caray break down why the market is dragging, how a potential 2027 lockout could be looming over negotiations, and what it means for the Cardinals’ 2026 roster plan. Cardinals 2026 is shaping up like a prove-it season, with one-year contracts, trade-deadline leverage, and a pivot toward long-term flexibility. The guys dive into Brendan Donovan trade rumors, the Nico Hoerner comparison market, why reliever value spikes at the deadline (JoJo Romero), and which remaining free agents could actually help St. Louis, especially a right-handed outfield bat. Event shoutout: Join us Thursday, January 22 from 6–8 p.m. at The Key STL Burger Bar and Boogie (3225 Olive) for a live broadcast with Cam Janssen and Jim Hayes, plus special guest Matt Adams. Great food, great prizes, and your shot at winning Opening Day Cardinals tickets and autographed merch. ⭐️ Become an STL Sports Central Insider: https://stlsportscentral.com/2025/11/15/stl-sports-central-insiders 👑 Presented by DraftKings. The Crown is Yours. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices