Alec Burleson emerges as trade target for Cardinals ahead of deadline
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 3:13 PM
Last updated Aug 3, 2026
Alec Burleson of the St. Louis Cardinals is attracting significant interest as a trade target ahead of the 2026 MLB deadline. With a.805 OPS, Burleson has notched 15 home runs and is under club control through the 2028 season. Reports suggest teams view him as a versatile option, as he can play both outfield and first base. Cardinals' management, led by Chaim Bloom, appears willing to entertain trade inquiries for various players, and Burleson is positioned as a key asset. Speculation indicates that any team acquiring him would likely need to part with a top prospect.
- •Burleson has a.805 OPS and 15 home runs this season.
- •He is under club control through the 2028 season.
- •Chaim Bloom is considering trade inquiries for several players.
- •Teams view Burleson as a versatile option for their lineup.
- •A top-100 prospect could be required for Burleson's acquisition.
- 3:13 PMYahoo Sports — Cardinals .805 OPS lefty slugger reportedly a 'popular' trade target ahead of MLB deadline
"This Cardinals slugger is someone drawing a lot of interest at the 2026 deadline.
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