The St. Louis Cardinals made it clear that they wanted to add some starting pitching this offseason and accomplished that goal on Saturday afternoon. ESPN's Jef

The Cardinals and right-hander Dustin May have agreed to a one-year contract, a source told MLB.com's Mark Feinsand on Saturday. The club has not confirmed the deal. Still just 28 years old, May entered free agency as one of the youngest and most intriguing players on the market.

May, who made 23 starts in 2025 between the Los Angeles Dodgers and Boston Red Sox, should slot in at the top of the Cardinals’ rotation.

"The Padres' players in the talks include right-hander Nick Pivetta, outfielder Ramón Laureano and relievers Mason Miller, Adrian Morejon and Jeremiah Estrada. San Diego, in turn, is asking the Mets about their young major leaguers and all of their top prospects, both pitchers and position players."

The Los Angeles Dodgers are generating significant excitement with their recent roster changes ahead of the upcoming season. Now, a fresh rumor is adding to the buzz: the team might be eyeing a pivotal player from the St.

The Dodgers are reportedly looking at trade deals for Cardinals' infielder Brendan Donovan and Guardians' outfielder Steven Kwan.

With opportunity to offer a pitcher looking to reestablish health and performance, the Cardinals made their first leap of the winter in free agency on Saturday.

Read our analysis of the perfect Dodgers trade offer for Cardinals star Brendan Donovan and why a Brendan Donovan trade works.

The 26-year-old, who was designated for assignment by the Braves, joined the Dodgers Friday on a waiver claim.