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Diamondbacks Trade for Arenado to Boost Post-Season Hopes

1/13/2026

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The Arizona Diamondbacks acquired Nolan Arenado from the St. Louis Cardinals to fill a third-base gap.
The Cardinals receive right-handed pitcher Jack Martinez and $31 million to offset Arenado's remaining contract.
Arenado batted .237 last season and aims to revitalize his career in Arizona, where he previously excelled.
The trade addresses the Diamondbacks' post-season gap and shifts salary for both clubs.

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The Arizona Diamondbacks acquired Nolan Arenado from the St. Louis Cardinals to fill a third-base gap.
The Cardinals receive right-handed pitcher Jack Martinez and $31 million to offset Arenado's remaining contract.
Arenado batted .237 last season and aims to revitalize his career in Arizona, where he previously excelled.
The trade addresses the Diamondbacks' post-season gap and shifts salary for both clubs.