Before I get into the meat of this article, I want to be clear that I think this has only a slightly higher chance of happening than the Cardinals signing Tarik Skubal, which is to say I don’t think there’s…
Gabe Simonds of Viva El Birdos analyzes the potential fit of free-agent relief pitcher Adrian Morejon for the St. Louis Cardinals. Simonds argues that while a signing is unlikely, Morejon represents an elite, high-leverage bullpen arm entering his age-28 season, which could significantly upgrade one of the Cardinals' weakest roster areas.
Simonds estimates Morejon could command a free-agent contract around five years and $80 million. However, he also cautions that typical reliever volatility and a pipeline of internal left-handed pitching prospects might dissuade the Cardinals from such an investment.
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