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After rumors broke Thursday evening and speculation swirled throughout the following day, it finally happened Friday night. The Cardinals have acquired Nolan Arenado from the Rockies, according to reports from Ken Rosenthal.
The deal is unlikely to be official tonight, as Arenado needs to formally waive his no-trade clause.
BREAKING: Cardinals have agreed to acquire Nolan Arenado from Rockies, sources tell @TheAthletic. Deal pending approval from both MLB and players’ union; Rockies sending Cardinals significant cash, believed to be in $50M range, and Arenado will be deferring money.
— Ken Rosenthal (@Ken_Rosenthal) January 30, 2021
The package going back to Colorado is said to include LHP Austin Gomber, 1B Luken Baker, and OF Jhon Torres. Rosenthal added the package might include RHP Jake Woodford or RHP Angel Rondon, although this is uncertain.
Stay tuned!