St. Louis Cardinals Linked to TWO New Free Agents Including FORMER World Series Champion

The St. Louis Cardinals face critical roster decisions as MLB's free agent market heats up, with surprising names emerging as potential targets. Could a hometown legend return to finish his Hall of Fame career in red?Host JD Hafron analyzes Mark Feinsand's latest free agent rankings linking the Cardinals to Astros ace Framber Valdez and Yankees infielder Gleyber Torres. The discussion examines whether these moves align with the Cardinals' rebuilding timeline, especially given the team's existing infield logjam featuring Gold Glover Masyn Winn and top prospect JJ Wetherholt. JD also breaks down John Denton's blueprint for a Toronto Blue Jays-style turnaround, which includes the intriguing possibility of signing Chesterfield native Max Scherzer.Key topics include the Cardinals' rotation needs after last season's struggles, Valdez's projected six-year contract, Torres' defensive limitations, and whether Scherzer would choose nostalgia over contention.Tune in for an honest assessment of which free agent moves make sense for the Cardinals' future.0:00 Intro0:32 Cardinals linked to two new free agents2:04 Players opting out of contracts3:35 Framber Valdez as potential Cardinals target6:40 Would Cardinals pay $190 million for Valdez9:13 Cardinals linked to infielder Gleyber Torres14:27 Torres' stats and defensive concerns17:33 Does Torres fit Cardinals infield logjam19:36 Blue Jays turnaround blueprint for Cardinals22:40 Max Scherzer homecoming possibility discussed25:45 Would Scherzer choose Cardinals over contenderFollow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-st-louis-cardinals/Locked On MLB League-Wide: Every Team, Prospects & More🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/leagues/mlb/Follow on Twitter/X: @JDSPORTSRADIOFollow the show on Twitter/X: @LO_CardinalsSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!PrizePicksDownload the PrizePicks app today and use code LOCKEDONMLB to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup.PrizePicks — Run Your Game.Click Link Here: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONMLBGametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. The NBA and NFL seasons are here, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)#ForTheLou #stlcards #mlb #lockedoncardinals #stlouiscardinals Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.