St. Louis Cardinals News & Updates

March 13, 2026

St. Louis Cardinals Headlines

Despite the global spotlight of the 2026 World Baseball Classic, the St. Louis Cardinals are seemingly adrift in brand recognition, as their lack of representation in pivotal international moments becomes evident. Adam Wainwright's defense of Team USA manager Mark DeRosa highlights the mounting pressure surrounding national teams, a stark contrast to the Cardinals' quiet spring. Nolan Gorman, who struggled last season with a dismal .205 batting average and 136 strikeouts, is under the gun to prove himself, showing flashes of promise with key hits in a recent 3-1 win over the Mets. Meanwhile, President of Baseball Operations, John Mozeliak, exudes confidence in manager Oliver Marmol and budding talent like Nick Wetherholt. As the Cardinals gear up for a season filled with uncertainty, fans remain hopeful that the team can find its footing amidst these challenges.

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2026 World Baseball Classic will not improve the Cardinals brand

The biggest global event in baseball garnishes attention for All-Stars participating from Major League Baseball. As teams gain popularity from a global audience, the St. Louis Cardinals will not be benefiting from this in 2026.

Adam Wainwright powerfully defends Mark DeRosa after near-Team USA disaster

Adam Wainwright powerfully defends Mark DeRosa after near-Team USA disaster

Former St. Louis Cardinals ace Adam Wainwright came to Team USA manager Mark DeRosa's defense on Thursday admit the backlash that DeRosa has faced from comments he made about Team USA's fate this week. He seemed to say that he didn't know they could lose.

Bloom bullish on Cards' outlook in 1st spring leading the team

Bloom bullish on Cards' outlook in 1st spring leading the team

President of baseball operations already impressed with Wetherholt, confident in Marmol

With pair of big hits, Gorman hoping to put an end to quiet spring

With pair of big hits, Gorman hoping to put an end to quiet spring

JUPITER, Fla. -- Cardinals third baseman Nolan Gorman has a lot to prove in the batter’s box. Last year, he had a slash line of .205/.296/.370 with 136 strikeouts. Before St. Louis' 3-1 win over the Mets Thursday at Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium, Gorman wasn’t doing any better with the

Spring Training Game Discussion for St. Louis Cardinals vs New York Mets

Spring Training Game Discussion for St. Louis Cardinals vs New York Mets

The St. Louis Cardinals will play host to the New York Mets at Roger Dean Stadium in Jupiter, Florida for the Spring Training game on Thursday, March 12. According to MLB.com, Michael McGreevy will get the start for the Cardinals while Sean Manaea will take the mound for the Mets. The game is scheduled to […]

MLB Mailbag: Pirates, Shortstops, Okamoto, Ponce

MLB Mailbag: Pirates, Shortstops, Okamoto, Ponce

This week's mailbag gets into the Pirates' third base situation, the best shortstop of 2026, projections for Kazuma Okamoto and Cody Ponce, and thoughts on the Nationals, Cardinals, and Mets. Don asks: Is Isaac Paredes the Pirates' best option for a trade upgrade at third base? What might that cost be in prospects/players? John asks: […]