St. Louis Cardinals trade coverage: Shelby Miller and Tyrell Jenkins for Jason Heyward and Jordan Walden

Is Heyward the biggest offseason upgrade in MLB?

The Hot Stove isn't over yet, but the St. Louis Cardinals' acquisition of Jason Heyward to play right field is looking like the single biggest upgrade at any position by any club this offseason.

On Jason Heyward and negotiating windows

How much does the possibility that a player might sign to play with a team beyond his current contract play into a team's decision to trade for him?

How has trading Shelby Miller affected the pen?

The ripple effects of the Cardinals' big trade will be felt from right field to the bench to the rotation to the bullpen.

Visual comparison of the OF defense in the NLC

After reviewing three-season averages of available defensive metrics, for fun, let's look at a visual comparison of some National League Central outfield defenses as well.

The State of the Rotation, Right Now

The trade of Shelby Miller to the Atlanta Braves has big ramifications for the future of the Redbird rotation. So where do things stand right now?

How does the Heyward trade affect the farm system?

In a word? Yes.

Cardinals should rush to sign Jason Heyward

Jason Heyward is a rare player, combining production and youth just a year from free agency. This winter might be the only chance the Cardinals have to lock up Heyward long term. If not, the free agency prices may blow the Cardinals out of the water.

PITCHF/x analysis: New STL reliever Jordan Walden

If he is able to stay healthy, Jordan Walden will be a welcome addition to the back-end of the St. Louis Cardinals bullpen.

Hunt and Peck: Jason Heyward is a Cardinal!

Will the Cardinals miss Tyrell Jenkins?

Losing any high ceiling prospect is a loss of opportunity, but given the state of the Cardinals farm system, this loss is one that isn't likely to have a huge overall impact.

Jason Heyward trade analysis

Jason Heyward might not be the power bat that the Cardinals sought, but he is an upgrade at right field. The price for one year of Heyward was high, in giving up Shelby Miller and Tyrell Jenkins, but the Cardinals are in good position for 2015

Cardinals' post-trade roster matrix & payroll

The Cardinals' win-now trade increases payroll in 2015.

Is Jason Heyward a steal for the Cardinals?

The Cardinals traded for Jason Heyward and Jordan Walden, giving up Shelby Miller and Tyrell Jenkins.

Cardinals trade Shelby Miller for Jason Heyward

The Cardinals have reportedly traded Shelby Milller and Tyrell Jenkins for Jason Heyward and Jordan Walden