Cardinals Payroll Flexibility: Rotation Depth vs. Arenado Trade, Liberatore's Role 

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Is Mozeliak playing 4D chess with the Cardinals payroll? He claims flexibility while simultaneously suggesting no urgent need to shed salary. Is this posturing for a bigger move, genuine confidence in the current roster, or simply misleading fans? What are the realistic expectations for the Cardinals in 2025 given this financial ambiguity?

Liberatore’s decision to stretch out as a starter is intriguing. Can he overcome his struggles against righties and become a legitimate rotation piece? Or is this wishful thinking? If a rotation spot opens, is Liberatore truly the best internal option? Who else deserves consideration? And what does this mean for the potential pursuit of Kyle Gibson or even a bolder move for someone like Scherzer?

The Arenado situation continues to loom large. Is he truly stuck in St. Louis, or are we on the verge of a surprise trade? Which teams could realistically make a play for him, and what would the return package look like? Is it possible he stays and becomes a cornerstone of a future Cardinals resurgence?

The Cardinals seem to be at a crossroads. Are they rebuilding, retooling, or something in between? What moves do they NEED to make this offseason to become competitive again? Let’s hear your boldest predictions and hottest takes for the Cardinals in 2025!

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