The St. Louis Cardinals have been at the center of trade rumors this offseason, with most of the chatter focused on star third baseman Nolan Arenado. The Braves are urged to jump in the mix.
As a perennial MVP candidate and defensive wizard, Arenado’s name naturally dominates headlines, but he’s not the only Cardinal generating interest. With Spring Training just around the corner, the Cardinals’ “reset” has put several other players in the spotlight as potential trade pieces, including Erick Fedde.
Fedde, a veteran starter coming off a career-best season in 2024, offers an intriguing option for teams needing reliable pitching. At 31 years old and under contract for a modest $7.5 million in 2025, he’s an affordable and proven No. 3 starter with the potential to deliver even more. For a team aiming to bolster its rotation without breaking the bank or depleting its prospect pool, Fedde is as enticing as they come.
The Atlanta Braves, in particular, have been pointed out as a logical trade partner. Zachary Rotman of FanSided noted that while the Braves might lack the resources to land a younger, more controllable starter, they have the assets to acquire someone like Fedde.
The Braves are navigating a post-Max Fried reality, and their rotation could use a stabilizing presence. Fedde, with his consistency and cost-effectiveness, might be the perfect fit.
Cardinals in Reset Mode, Braves Need to Take Advantage
The Cardinals, meanwhile, appear ready to entertain offers. A franchise in “reset” mode—often a kinder way to describe a retooling effort—is likely to make pragmatic decisions about veteran players with expiring contracts. Moving Fedde would align with their strategy of reallocating resources and focusing on long-term goals.
It’s a win-win scenario for both teams. The Braves shore up their rotation without giving up top-tier prospects, and the Cardinals gain valuable assets as they reconfigure their roster.
With the clock ticking toward Spring Training, Fedde’s name could be one of the next to dominate the offseason rumor mill. If a deal materializes, it wouldn’t just be logical—it might be inevitable.
