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Cardinals consider trading Ivan Herrera and Riley O’Brien this offseason

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 6, 2026, 11:34 PM

Last updated Nov 6, 2026

Cardinals consider trading Ivan Herrera and Riley O’Brien this offseason

Summary

The St. Louis Cardinals are reportedly looking to trade Ivan Herrera and Riley O’Brien as part of their ongoing rebuilding efforts. Herrera, coming off an All-Star season, has excelled at the plate but has limitations as a catcher, primarily serving as a designated hitter. O’Brien, also an All-Star, led the National League in saves but is 31 years old, raising questions about his long-term effectiveness. Both players could provide the Cardinals with valuable returns, potentially adding new talent aligned with the team's future goals.

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•Ivan Herrera had 19 home runs and 69 RBIs last season.
•Riley O’Brien tied for the NL lead in saves with 38.
•Both players are under team control through at least 2029.
•The Cardinals aim to create roster flexibility with these trades.
•Previous experiences with closers influence the Cardinals' trade strategy.

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Last offseason, the St. Louis Cardinals made multiple trades, sending away core players like Nolan Arenado, Brendan Donovan, Willson Contreras, and Sonny Gray. These trades helped start the organization's rebuild. While the 2026 season exceeded expectations, the Cardinals are still rebuilding. While they have some core players in their future, two productive players should be …
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