Refreshing rumor feeds have basically become offseason cardio for fans, the kind where a quiet morning can turn into a treadmill sprint the moment something int

As has been well-documented, the Cardinals figure to be aggressive in moving players this offseason. They've already traded Sonny Gray to the Red Sox, but also have substantial interest in Donovan, Alec Burleson, Lars Nootbaar, JoJo Romero and Contreras. There's less interest in Nolan Arenado, but the team is also trying to move him.

The Winter Meetings are now over, and though the St. Louis Cardinals didn’t make any trades, they were still active, and their offseason plans are now clear. Th

This article was originally published on risingapple.com as Zack Scott’s NY Mets-Cardinals trade package for Willson Contreras still feels right.

Neither Contreras nor Nootbaar would replace the Alonso-sized void in the lineup, but both would fill holes in the roster. Contreras could slot right into Alonso’s vacated spot at first base, while Nootbaar would help cover the gap left by Brandon Nimmo, who was dealt to the Rangers.

As the Cardinals completely reshape their franchise this offseason, Willson Contreras has now found himself on the trade block.