Tigers Emerge as Potential Suitor for Cardinals’ Nolan Arenado
With the St. Louis Cardinals officially eliminated from postseason contention, attention has shifted to their offseason plans. One major storyline centers around the future of veteran third baseman Nolan Arenado, and the Detroit Tigers are being mentioned as a possible landing spot.
Detroit is still battling for the AL Central title in the final week of the regular season, but the front office is reportedly considering major moves for the future. Third base has been an area of need, and Arenado’s name has surfaced as a potential solution.
Patrick McAvoy of Sports Illustrated recently noted that while Detroit wasn’t initially linked to Arenado, their position in the standings and roster needs make them a logical fit. The Tigers previously pursued Alex Bregman, and interest in upgrading third base remains strong.
The challenge, however, lies in whether Detroit would commit to acquiring Arenado. The Cardinals star is coming off a season with career lows in batting average, home runs, and RBIs. Any deal would require the Tigers to part with prospects and take on his significant contract, all while factoring in Comerica Park’s reputation as a difficult stadium for right-handed hitters.
Despite his struggles, Arenado still offers veteran leadership and playoff experience, traits that could help push Detroit deeper into contention. Meanwhile, St. Louis has signaled a willingness to move on, as trade rumors swirl around several players on the roster. Arenado himself has expressed frustration with the Cardinals’ current direction, adding fuel to speculation about his future.
This offseason could determine whether the Tigers view Arenado as the piece to solidify their infield—or whether they turn to other options to bolster their playoff ambitions.
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