Do the Cardinals Fix Their Left-Heavy Lineup or Let the Kids Play in 2026? | Cards Central 365

Dec 29, 2025
22 mins

Episode Description

The Cardinals traded Willson Contreras, so now what? Joe Roderick and Brenden Schaeffer break down whether lineup balance actually matters for a Cardinals team clearly focused on the future, not maximizing wins in 2026.


Is chasing a right-handed bat smart roster building, or just another way to overpay during a non-contending year? This episode dives into free agency, internal options, and why development may matter more than perfect lineup symmetry.


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