B-Schaeff Daily: St. Louis Cardinals Talk, Every Day

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Ep. 863: Cardinals select a reliever in Rule 5 Draft—but lose a pitching prospect to the Yankees?! Dec 10, 2025

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Brenden Schaeffer discusses the Cardinals landing RHP Matt Pushard from the Marlins in the MLB Rule 5 Draft, while also diving into the curious case of the Yankees stealing away a Cardinals minor leaguer in the draft.

It was the first time the Yankees have made a pick in the Rule 5 Draft since 2011, so what did they see in Cade Winquest? And could the Cardinals come to regret letting him go?

Ep. 862: Oli Marmol hints at the next step for the Cardinals' off-season moves? Dec 09, 2025

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Brenden Schaeffer discusses the recent podcast appearance by Oli Marmol on Foul Territory in which the Cardinals manager hinted at the team's upcoming moves that we could see this off-season.It's not necessarily anything ground-breaking, but it matches what we've been told within the vision of Chaim Bloom as he and Marmol look to bring the Cardinals forward into the future.

Ep. 861: Cardinals add a new pitcher! What can Zak Kent provide to the bullpen in 2026? Dec 05, 2025

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The Cardinals claimed RHP Zak Kent off waivers Friday. What could the newbie bring to the bullpen for 2026?

Ep. 860: Cardinals Trade Rumors Update! Seattle Wants Donny? Willson Would Waive No-Trade Clause? Dec 03, 2025

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Let's dive into the latest on St. Louis Cardinals trade rumors, rumblings and reports ahead of the MLB Winter Meetings, which begin Sunday in Orlando!

Ep. 859: BREAKING NEWS! Cardinals Trade Sonny Gray To Red Sox! Nov 25, 2025

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Brenden Schaeffer breaks down Tuesday's news of the Cardinals trading Sonny Gray and cash to the Boston Red Sox for pitchers Richard Fitts and Brandon Clarke.

How much money did the Cardinals send in the deal to not pitch for their team in 2026?

And does this move make sense in the bigger context of what the Cardinals were aiming to accomplish this off-season? In a lot of ways, Chaim Bloom and Bill DeWitt Jr. deserve some real credit for how this one went down.

Ep. 858: Cardinals Cut Pozo—And Then Sign Him Right Back? What Does It Mean For STL's Other Catchers? Nov 25, 2025

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Brenden Schaeffer tries to make sense of the Yohel Pozo news over the past week. The Cardinals non-tendered him last week, but on Monday, news emerged that they're signing him to a contract.What gives? And what does it all mean for Ivan Herrera, Pedro Pages, Jimmy Crooks and Leonardo Bernal? We'll explain.NOTE: Apologies for the audio quality from the last few minutes of the show, my microphone settings got switched and I did not notice it until it was too late. Will be better for next episode!

Ep. 857: Keep or Trade: What Should the Cardinals Do With Biggest Trade Chips? Nov 20, 2025

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Brenden Schaeffer discusses some of the top names in the Cardinals organization as trade chips this off-season.

Inspired by an article by Will Leitch for MLB dot com (linked below), we dive into the merits for keeping or trading these various players as we await what the Cardinals will ultimately do.

Article referenced in the episode: https://www.mlb.com/news/should-cardinals-trade-nolan-arenado-willson-contreras-more

Ep. 856: Did Cardinals make a mistake or hit the mark with Tuesday's 40-man roster moves? Nov 19, 2025

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Brenden Schaeffer discusses the four additions to the Cardinals 40-man roster from Tuesday before the Rule 5 protection deadline. The Cardinals left one player among their top 30 prospects list unprotected, and DFA'd a reliever with a 100-mph fastball.

Were these the right decisions? We'll break it all down in detail.

Ep. 855: Finally! Some Actual Cardinals Roster Moves To Break Down! Nov 14, 2025

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Note: This episode was posted to YouTube on Friday, Nov. 7, 2025. I inadvertently forgot to upload it to the podcast feed, but am doubling back to do so now in case any of our listeners don't also follow on YouTube. Apologies! The content should still be relevant, since no other 40-man moves have been made since.

The Cardinals made a few 40-man roster moves on Friday, so we doubled back to discuss the departures of Michael Siani and more!

Ep. 854: Is Brendan Donovan as good as gone? Donnie trade rumors heat up at MLB GM Meetings Nov 13, 2025

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Brenden Schaeffer discusses the landscape surrounding the Cardinals and All-Star Brendan Donovan amid the team's entrance into true rebuilding waters this off-season.

Does the state of things mean that Donnie is a surefire trade candidate this off-season? Recent reporting from STL Today seems to indicate that Donovan was the belle of the ball out in Vegas in the way that teams are expected to inquire on the St. Louis utility man.

We discuss the Donovan situation as well as what the Cardinals could be seeking in a return for him this winter.

STL Today report on Donovan trade interest: https://www.stltoday.com/sports/professional/mlb/cardinals/article_6026903d-99c2-49f0-9128-2bbe59a37c67.html

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