Cardinals Trade Idea Would Land Rays $31 Million Vet In St. Louis
Cardinals Could Trade for Rays Veteran Pitcher This Offseason
As the St. Louis Cardinals prepare for a pivotal offseason, the question looms:
can they effectively enhance their pitching staff while simultaneously managing payroll? With a vision for a younger roster in 2025,
the Cardinals are faced with significant choices that could lead to changes in their lineup.
In their efforts to trim costs, the Cardinals may need to part ways with some players, creating openings for new talent.
Enhancing both the starting rotation and bullpen will be crucial.
Among the potential acquisitions being discussed is Jeffrey Springs, a veteran pitcher with the Tampa Bay Rays, as suggested by FanSided’s Josh Jacobs.
Springs recently returned to action, making seven starts and posting an impressive 3.27 ERA, with a strikeout rate of 26.1%.
While the sample size is limited, his performance metrics indicate promise—his chase percentage, whiff percentage, and strikeout rate all stood out. It’s worth noting,
however, that his fastball velocity has declined slightly, from just under 92 MPH in 2023 to about 89.8 MPH in 2024, which could be an area of concern moving forward.
The Rays, known for their strategy of trading players before their contracts become burdensome, have Springs on the books for $10.5 million in both 2025 and 2026,
with a club option for 2027 at $15 million. Given the Rays’ inclination to offload high-salaried players, Springs could become a viable target for St. Louis, especially as he would remain under contract until 2028.
Acquiring a seasoned pitcher like Springs could provide the Cardinals with much-needed stability in their rotation or potentially even bolster their bullpen. At 32 years old,
he represents a strategic investment that could align with the Cardinals’ rebuilding efforts while remaining financially feasible.
As discussions unfold, Springs should certainly be a name to keep an eye on as the Cardinals seek to revitalize their pitching corps.
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