Cardinals Trade Lars Nootbaar to Diamondbacks for Minor League Pitchers
The St. Louis Cardinals traded outfielder Lars Nootbaar to the Arizona Diamondbacks just before the trade deadline. In return, the Cardinals received two minor league pitchers, RHP Sandro Santana and RHP Daniel Eagen, along with a player to be named…
St. Louis, MO, August 3, 2026 —
The St. Louis Cardinals have finalized a trade just before the league’s trade deadline, sending outfielder Lars Nootbaar to the Arizona Diamondbacks.
In exchange for Nootbaar, the Cardinals acquired two minor league pitchers: right-handed pitcher Sandro Santana and right-handed pitcher Daniel Eagen. The deal also includes a player to be named later.
The transaction marks a significant move for the Cardinals as they adjust their roster ahead of the upcoming games. Nootbaar has been a notable player for the team, and his departure signals a shift in the team’s outfield composition.
Details regarding the specific timelines or further implications of this trade for both teams were not immediately available.
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