The St. Louis Cardinals traded Nolan Arenado, a 10-time Gold Glove winner, to the Arizona Diamondbacks, reducing his contract to two years and $11MM, while receiving eighth-round pick Jack Martinez. Arenado was motivated to move for the Cardinals’ younger players, expressing excitement for the Diamondbacks’ core and playing style. The Diamondbacks are now focused on acquiring a right-handed first baseman and improving their bullpen, especially as they await the return of A.J. Puk and Justin Martinez from injuries.
