The St. Louis Cardinals have been struggling to make the playoffs for the last two years. The team has not done much this offseason, and making the playoffs in 2025 is still questionable. To make things worse, they have placed veteran slugger Nolan Arenado on the trade block.
The Cardinals face tough competition in the NL Central Division, especially against the Milwaukee Brewers and the Chicago Cubs. Last season, the team finished second with an 83-79 record. This year, the team is expected to struggle without adding significant players this offseason.
While their struggles continue in the game, the team is not the same organization it used to be. Former Cardinals All-Star Jim Edmonds says the team is no longer fun to be around.
“I haven’t really gone down to Spring Training the last couple of years. It’s not fun anymore. They don’t make you feel like you’re wanted,” Edmonds said via Foul Territory.
Despite his retirement, Edmonds has been on and off with the team. However, he finds that the team has lost its culture and appeal.
Jim Edmonds said the Cardinals aren’t the same organization anymore and they’re not fun to be around.
— Foul Territory (@FoulTerritoryTV) February 4, 2025
“I haven’t really gone down to Spring Training the last couple of years. It’s not fun anymore. They don’t make you feel like you’re wanted.”
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Cardinals Top Prospect JJ Wetherholt Is Set To Play A Pivotal Role
St. Louis is turning toward younger prospects for a better future. The franchise’s top prospect, JJ Wetherholt, already looks promising. Wetherholt is set to play a pivotal role for the team. The 22-year-old has a versatile profile and looks to be a promising slugger.
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Wetherholt has a massive advantage with the ability to play at second base and as a shortstop. A team like the Cardinals needs players who can shuffle around when necessary. Moreover, they look forward to his contribution to the plate.
2025 is going to be a challenge for the team, but promising prospects like Wetherholt could turn things around. St. Louis needs more than just one prospect to help them make the playoffs, and Trading Arenado will leave a blank spot in their lineup. On the other hand, the pursuit of Alex Bregman continues as spring training nears.
