Fri Mar 28 00:10:00 UTC 2025: **Cardinals’ Arenado Starts Season in St. Louis Despite Offseason Trade Rumors**

ST. LOUIS, MO – After a winter of trade speculation, St. Louis Cardinals third baseman Nolan Arenado will begin the 2025 season with the team, starting his fifth consecutive opening day. Arenado, who had a career-low season in 2024, vetoed multiple trade proposals, citing his desire to remain in St. Louis and contribute to a team he believes can still compete.

Despite the team’s efforts to reduce payroll and rebuild, Arenado’s strong spring training performance and a renewed focus on his game have secured his place on the roster. He’s expressed a determination to prove his continued value to the team and to Cardinals fans.

The Cardinals’ roster decisions are also influenced by the strong performance of rookie pitcher Michael McGreevy and hitter Victor Scott II during spring training. The team now faces the difficult task of deciding which players will make the major league roster and which will begin the season in the minor leagues. This pivotal decision will be discussed in the latest episode of the “Best Podcast in Baseball,” featuring Post-Dispatch writers Derrick Goold and Jeff Gordon. The podcast will analyze the team’s final roster choices and offer predictions for the Cardinals’ season.

Arenado’s presence on opening day also adds to the anticipation of the season’s start. His dedication to improving his game and his excitement to play in front of St. Louis fans are seen as a significant positive for the team. The team will open against the Minnesota Twins at Busch Stadium on Thursday.

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