The St. Louis Cardinals are finally embarking on a rebuild that many believe should have started years ago. The team’s front office had been reluctant to part with its veteran players, holding out hope for a resurgence that never materialized. Now, the Cardinals are expected to take a more conventional rebuilding approach, likely trading established veterans in exchange for promising prospects.
Josh Jacobs of *Redbird Rants* recently suggested a blockbuster trade with the New York Yankees as a potential blueprint. The deal would involve the Cardinals acquiring multiple prospects, including Yankees rookie pitcher Luis Gil. This type of move could kickstart the Cardinals’ efforts to reshape their roster and build for the future.
Proposed Trade:
St. Louis Cardinals receive: RHP Luis Gil, RHP Chase Hampton, OF Brando Mayea
New York Yankees receive: UTL Brendan Donovan, RHP Ryan Helsley
Josh Jacobs of Redbird Rants argued that this package might be enough to persuade the Cardinals to part with two coveted assets. However, it’s doubtful the Yankees would include Luis Gil in such a deal. Despite the appeal of adding two quality players, New York’s lack of depth in its pitching pipeline makes it unlikely they would trade their top young starter without acquiring another in return.
From a value perspective, the trade has merit, but it hinges on the Yankees bolstering their rotation through free agency to feel comfortable parting with Gil. Meanwhile, the Cardinals are more likely to pursue a traditional rebuilding strategy, offloading players like Helsley to contending teams for large prospect returns rather than targeting established players.
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