Nolan Arenado

Nolan Arenado reportedly used his no-trade clause to block a potential trade to the Astros.

Fantasy Impact

Arenado remains in the middle of trade rumors as the Cardinals look to move off his contract. Houston is looking to find a third baseman with Alex Bregman likely leaving in free agency. The Cardinals will continue looking to move Arenado before spring training.

The Houston Astros have shown interest in Nolan Arenado.

Fantasy Impact

The Astros made their first move on Friday trading Kyle Tucker to the Cubs in a move where they acquired Isaac Paredes. If Alex Bregman doesn't return to Houston, Arenado could take over at third base for the Astros.

Nolan Arenado is missing from the lineup for the St. Louis Cardinals against the San Francisco Giants Saturday.

Fantasy Impact

Arenado will take a seat on the bench for regular rest, with Thomas Saggese batting seventh and filling in at third base for manager Oliver Marmol against the Giants Saturday.

Nolan Arenado went 3-for-5 with a double and an RBI in the Cardinals' 6-3 victory over the Giants.

Fantasy Impact

This performance reflects a consistent season for Arenado, who has maintained a .272 batting average through 152 games. His ability to contribute hits and drive in runs, as evidenced by his 71 RBI and 157 hits, including 23 doubles and 16 homers, underscores his value in fantasy lineups. Despite a modest strikeout rate and walk rate, his wOBA of 0.308 indicates a solid offensive contribution. Fantasy managers should continue to view Arenado as a reliable option at third base, especially in formats that reward extra-base hits and RBIs.

Nolan Arenado went 1-for-3 with a walk and a run scored in the Cardinals' narrow 6-5 victory over the Guardians.

Fantasy Impact

While not a standout performance, Arenado's ability to get on base and score a crucial run helped his team edge out a win. His season batting average remains modest at .268, and with 16 homers and 69 RBI over 148 games, his power numbers are solid but not spectacular. Fantasy managers should continue to view Arenado as a reliable, if not explosive, option at third base, benefiting from his consistent playing time and ability to contribute across multiple categories. His walk and strikeout rates show decent plate discipline, which helps maintain his value even on quieter days.