St. Louis Cardinals analyze 2027 bullpen ahead of trade deadline
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 27, 2026, 12:00 PM
Last updated Jul 27, 2026
The St. Louis Cardinals are focusing on their bullpen deficiencies as they approach the trading deadline. The team continues to experience an offensive slump while their bullpen is considered the weakest part of their roster. Key pitchers Riley O’Brien and George Soriano are both expected to remain with the team through Opening Day 2027, despite discussions around potential trades. O’Brien has injury concerns that may impact his trade value, whereas Soriano's performance has not yet translated into strong numbers that would attract significant interest. The team is in a rebuild phase, and there may be shifts in the bullpen prior to the next season, with several pitching prospects possibly transitioning to relief roles.
- •Cardinals face bullpen weaknesses amid offensive struggles
- •Riley O’Brien and George Soriano likely to remain with team
- •Injury history affects O’Brien's potential trade value
- •Soriano's performance hasn't garnered strong trade interest
- •Team may shift pitching prospects to bullpen roles next season
- 12:00 PMYahoo Sports — Looking at the St. Louis Cardinals 2027 bullpen
"Though the offense has been on a monthlong slump, I think it is fair to say that the bullpen is the clear weakness of the team. For what is largely considered a rebuild season, I actually think this is more of a positive than a negative. I am not worried about the bullpen long-term. The […]
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