MLB insider Ken Rosenthal is giving flowers to Cardinals president of baseball operations Chaim Bloom, for his efforts so far.

Hello everyone, I’m Dan Lucy on the Ozarks First digital desk. The St. Louis Cardinals made another roster move, sending all-star infielder Brendan Donovan to the Seattle Mariners in a three way trade that also involved the Tampa Bay Rays.

The St. Louis Cardinals landed a unique prospect in Jurrangelo Cijntje.

As much as the high-end potential of ambidextrous pitcher Jurrangelo Cijntje excited the Cardinals, and as much as they were intrigued by the rare combinations of speed and power from outfielders Tai Peete and Colton Ledbetter,

The Cardinals’ offseason has primarily focused on subtracting veterans from the big league roster as the club embarks on a rebuild, but with yesterday’s Brendan Donovan trade now complete, most of the heavy lifting on the sell side of things has been complete.

Following the Brendan Donovan blockbuster trade, the Cardinals must decide whether holding a standout bullpen arm is the smarter path forward.

The Diamondbacks, previously slated to use Pavin Smith as their most-days first baseman, have agreed to terms on a one-year deal worth $2 million with veteran Carlos Santana, per 98.7 FM.