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St. Louis Cardinals president of baseball operations Chaim Bloom characterized the club's third base situation as a "long-term vacancy" heading into the 2027 season. With most of the starting lineup set, MLB.com evaluated five potential options to address the opening, spanning internal candidates, rising prospects, and external targets.
Internal options include Nolan Gorman, Blaze Jordan, and utility infielder Thomas Saggese, alongside power-hitting prospect Jesús Báez. Outside acquisitions via free agency or trade could include Alec Bohm, Eugenio Suárez, Isaac Paredes, or Ryan McMahon, though short-term commitments are considered most likely.
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