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Who would want Matz?
The #STLCards have told teams that LHP Steven Matz is available via trade, per Michael Marino.
Japanese superstar Yoshinobu Yamamoto could fill that rotation spot, as Jeff Jones says the Cardinals’ interest in him is ‘real.’
Matz, entering the third year of his 4-year, $44 million deal, was relegated to the bullpen last season before making his return to the rotation in early July; he pitched to a 1.82 ERA and a 2.84 FIP in 7 starts to finish the year.
However, given his .235 BABIP in that stretch, it may not be sustainable.
With his strong end to the 2023 season, now seems like the time to sell high on him.
In the process, the club will kill two birds with one stone – freeing up $12.5 million in payroll and opening a rotation spot.
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