An exchange for Nolan Arenado may finally be coming into focus.
The Cardinals are discussing with the Rockies a deal that would bring the five-time All-Star third baseman to St. Louis, according to major league sources. No deal seems closed and the other players who may be involved are not known.
Arenado, 29, would likely waive his no-trade clause to join the Cardinals and perhaps agree to withdraw his right to withdraw after the 2021 season. The Rocky Mountains, to escape his $ 199 million guarantee over the next six seasons, they would almost certainly absorb at least one expensive Cardinal veteran, while receiving prospects in the business.
League sources offered varied assessments of where the negotiations took place on Thursday night. One warned that an exchange may not take place, but others believe that the Rocky Mountains are motivated to move Arenado and the Cardinals are motivated to acquire it. The Braves also checked Arenado, but made no progress towards …