Cardinals Reportedly Entertaining Trade Offers Involving Paul Goldschmidt

St. Louis could move one of their cornerstones but it's not likely

The St. Louis Cardinals have been very clear that their fire sale will only involve impending free agents and a select few others such as shortstop Paul DeJong after rumors flew of a possible blockbuster trade involving Nolan Arenado.

Just days later, it was reported that Paul Goldschmidt -- who is a free agent after 2024 -- could be traded ahead of Tuesday's deadline. 

"Sources from opposing teams told FOX Sports that while the Cardinals are not actively shopping Goldschmidt, they haven't completely shut off teams who inquire about the 35-year-old first baseman," FOX Sports' Jake Mintz wrote Monday.

Before sounding any alarms, this should come as no surprise and does not mean St. Louis is driving their reigning National League MVP out of the door.

Any team in the Cardinals position would be wise to listen to all offers, especially regarding a 35-year-old with one more year of team control. However, it sounds like it would take a haul to pry Goldy out of St. Louis.

Goldschmidt is hitting .280 with 39 extra-base hits including 18 home runs, 56 RBIs and a .836 OPS (129 OPS+) in 103 games this season. The four-time Gold Glove winner also continues to grade out as an elite defender.

At this point, there is no reason to expect a deal involving Goldschmidt. The trade would have to be so lopsided in the Cardinals' favor that they really can't lose either way.

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