Redbird Rants Feb 26, 2021
Goldschmidt: Nolan Arenado should fit seamlessly with St. Louis Cardinals
The Cardinals’ addition of Nolan Arenado shocked baseball. Count Paul Goldschmidt among those happy with the trade. The St. Louis Cardinals’ addition of Nolan Arenado has drawn most of the headlines this winter, and rightfully so. He has made a talented Cardinals team even better, putting them in the conversation to compete with the Dodgers […] Goldschmidt: Nolan Arenado should fit seamlessly with St. Louis Cardinals - Redbird Rants - Redbird Rants - A St. Louis Cardinals Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More
KC Kingdom Feb 24, 2021
Kansas City Royals missed opportunity to acquire Nolan Arenado
The Kansas City Royals should’ve tried landing Nolan Arenado earlier this month. Three weeks ago, the Kansas City Royals (along with 27 other MLB franchises) idly stood by as the St. Louis Cardinals swooped in and acquired disgruntled superstar third baseman Nolan Arenado from the Colorado Rockies. To acquire him, the Cardinals sent to the […] Kansas City Royals missed opportunity to acquire Nolan Arenado - KC Kingdom - KC Kingdom - Royals, Chiefs, Jayhawks, Kansas State, Mizzou & More
Redbird Rants Feb 23, 2021
St. Louis Cardinals: Nolan Arenado is fitting in well so far
Spring training has only just begun, but Nolan Arenado seems to be fitting in with the St. Louis Cardinals well. In 2019, the St. Louis Cardinals pulled superstar first baseman Paul Goldschmidt away from the only team he’d ever known. Two years later, Goldschmidt is helping another player, Nolan Arenado, go through the same transition. […] St. Louis Cardinals: Nolan Arenado is fitting in well so far - Redbird Rants - Redbird Rants - A St. Louis Cardinals Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More
Redbird Rants Feb 22, 2021
Cardinals: Ex-teammate says Nolan Arenado best defensive 3B
Nolan Arenado is the total package, one former teammate says, who makes it clear not to underrate the Cardinals’ third baseman’s elite defense. Much of the conversation surrounding St. Louis Cardinals prized acquisition Nolan Arenado has been about his offense, and rightfully so. He has established himself as one of the best offensive players in […] Cardinals: Ex-teammate says Nolan Arenado best defensive 3B - Redbird Rants - Redbird Rants - A St. Louis Cardinals Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More
Redbird Rants Feb 22, 2021
“We’re the Cardinals”: Nolan Arenado values winning culture in St. Louis
Nolan Arenado has not made it a secret how much he loves being with the St. Louis Cardinals. After seeing only 21 postseason at-bats in eight years with the Colorado Rockies, Nolan Arenado is ready to play for a contender. It is something that Arenado, widely considered to be the best third baseman in baseball, […] “We’re the Cardinals”: Nolan Arenado values winning culture in St. Louis - Redbird Rants - Redbird Rants - A St. Louis Cardinals Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More
Redbird Rants Feb 20, 2021
Cardinals: Why Jack Flaherty is the No. 68 player in baseball
Jack Flaherty is the No. 68 player in Major League Baseball, according to MLB Network. The St. Louis Cardinals have two franchise cornerstone players in Nolan Arenado and Paul Goldschmidt. The two ranked No. 13 and 32 overall, respectively, in MLB Network’s top 100 ranking this week. But they were not the only Cardinals players […] Cardinals: Why Jack Flaherty is the No. 68 player in baseball - Redbird Rants - Redbird Rants - A St. Louis Cardinals Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More
Redbird Rants Feb 20, 2021
Cardinals: Why Paul Goldschmidt is a top-30 player in baseball
Paul Goldschmidt has been rated as the No. 32 player in Major League Baseball. Yesterday, we wrote that St. Louis Cardinals third baseman Nolan Arenado was rated by MLB Network as the No. 13 player in baseball. Those rankings have continued, as they now rate first baseman Paul Goldschmidt as the No. 32 player in […] Cardinals: Why Paul Goldschmidt is a top-30 player in baseball - Redbird Rants - Redbird Rants - A St. Louis Cardinals Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More
Redbird Rants Feb 19, 2021
Cardinals: Nolan Arenado ranked as one of top players in baseball
Nolan Arenado, as expected, ranks as one of the top players in baseball. Nolan Arenado changed everything for the St. Louis Cardinals and the perception of their offseason. Before the trade, their offseason was widely considered a disappointment. The team had done nothing to improve their roster when the rest of the National League Central […] Cardinals: Nolan Arenado ranked as one of top players in baseball - Redbird Rants - Redbird Rants - A St. Louis Cardinals Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More
Redbird Rants Feb 18, 2021
St. Louis Cardinals: Nolan Gorman putting in extra work at second base
Nolan Gorman is likely blocked by Nolan Arenado for the foreseeable future. He’s now putting in work to be the St. Louis Cardinals’ second baseman. If there are two things that the St. Louis Cardinals seem to prioritize above most other things, it’s athleticism and character. Fans hear about “the Cardinal Way” and have seen […] St. Louis Cardinals: Nolan Gorman putting in extra work at second base - Redbird Rants - Redbird Rants - A St. Louis Cardinals Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More
Redbird Rants Feb 18, 2021
St. Louis Cardinals: Don’t expect Matt Carpenter in the outfield
Matt Carpenter doesn’t have a position for the 2021 season, but don’t expect him starting in the outfield for the St. Louis Cardinals. Before the Nolan Arenado trade, Matt Carpenter was lined up to get the bulk of the starts at third base for the St. Louis Cardinals. Now, he is a man without a […] St. Louis Cardinals: Don’t expect Matt Carpenter in the outfield - Redbird Rants - Redbird Rants - A St. Louis Cardinals Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More
Redbird Rants Feb 16, 2021
Cardinals listed as having top offseason in baseball
Did the St. Louis Cardinals have one of the best offseasons in baseball? The moment the St. Louis Cardinals acquired Nolan Arenado, they became an instant contender in the National League. He is a transcending talent at third base entering the prime of his career who figures to be a cornerstone player for the franchise […] Cardinals listed as having top offseason in baseball - Redbird Rants - Redbird Rants - A St. Louis Cardinals Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More
Redbird Rants Feb 13, 2021
St. Louis Cardinals News: New spring training schedule announced
With concerns about COVID-19, the St. Louis Cardinals have announced a new spring training schedule, focusing on the least travel possible. Pitchers and catchers will report to spring training in less than a week. For the St. Louis Cardinals, Nolan Arenado will soon take the field for the first time in Cardinal red. One of […] St. Louis Cardinals News: New spring training schedule announced - Redbird Rants - Redbird Rants - A St. Louis Cardinals Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More
Redbird Rants Feb 12, 2021
St. Louis Cardinals and the Art of the Half-Measure
After acquiring one of the best players in baseball, the St. Louis Cardinals have earned some leeway. However, a refusal to make further moves is indicative of the team’s “half-measure” approach. When the St. Louis Cardinals traded for Nolan Arenado, fans were ecstatic. His arrival gave the team a true superstar that they were lacking […] St. Louis Cardinals and the Art of the Half-Measure - Redbird Rants - Redbird Rants - A St. Louis Cardinals Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More
Hochman: Arenado's cousin and fellow Major Leaguer, Fuentes played college ball in St. Louis at Missouri Baptist
"That guy loves to win," Josh Fuentes said of Nolan Arenado. "And I know St. Louis, how they treat their players and how great the fans are, it’s going to be like Matt Holliday all over again."
Redbird Rants Feb 10, 2021
Cardinals Rumors: St. Louis searching for middle infielders
The Cardinals are looking for middle infielders. But who? The St. Louis Cardinals rightfully have a reason to feel good about their current roster headed into spring training. They re-signed Adam Wainwright and Yadier Molina and acquired Nolan Arenado in a deal that sent shockwaves throughout baseball. Their only loss, of course, was Kolten Wong, […] Cardinals Rumors: St. Louis searching for middle infielders - Redbird Rants - Redbird Rants - A St. Louis Cardinals Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More
