Matt Holliday – Cardinals – 3/11 12:57 am

Cardinals manager Tony La Russa indicated Wednesday that Matt Holliday (ribs) is going to be out of action for more than just a few days.

Matt Holliday – Cardinals – 3/10 5:16 pm

Matt Holliday was scratched from Wednesday’s lineup after Cardinals manager Tony La Russa said he ‘felt something in his rib cage.’

Brad Penny – Cardinals – 3/6 1:33 pm

Brad Penny and pitching coach Dave Duncan are working together on adding a sinker to his arsenal.

Felipe Lopez – Cardinals – 2/27 4:50 pm

A source tells Ken Rosenthal of FOXSports.com that Felipe Lopez will earn a $1 million base salary with the Cardinals.

Rich Hill – Cardinals – 2/15 7:15 pm

Cardinals pitching coach Dave Duncan was impressed with Rich Hill as he watched him pitch for the first time in camp on Monday.

John Smoltz – Free Agent – 2/12 3:44 pm

Free agent right-hander John Smoltz is seeking a salary of $3 million, according to the New York Times.

John Smoltz – Free Agent – 2/11 2:35 pm

John Smoltz told Jeff Schultz of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution that he hasn’t ruled out a return to the Braves.

Todd Wellemeyer – Cardinals – 2/9 9:02 pm

Rockies general manager Dan O’Dowd said that the club has ‘no interest’ in free agent right-hander Todd Wellemeyer, reports Jerry Crasnick of ESPN.com.

Todd Wellemeyer – Cardinals – 2/9 1:56 am

The Giants have offered a minor league contract to free agent righty Todd Wellemeyer, according to the San Jose Mercury News.

Todd Wellemeyer – Cardinals – 2/5 3:28 pm

Todd Wellemeyer said Thursday that the Mets, Rockies and Giants have shown interest and that he expects to sign in the next three days.

Todd Wellemeyer – Cardinals – 2/4 5:43 pm

According to Tracy Ringolsby of FOXSports.com, the Rockies have considered signing right-hander Todd Wellemeyer.

John Smoltz – Free Agent – 1/30 1:57 am

The Nationals have spoken with the agent for John Smoltz recently, but aren’t willing to break the bank to sign him, reports Bill Ladson of MLB.com.

John Smoltz – Free Agent – 1/27 5:26 pm

Bob Klapisch of the Bergen Record believes that free agent John Smoltz is leaning toward returning to the Cardinals.

Rich Hill – Cardinals – 1/26 9:39 pm

Cardinals signed LHP Rich Hill to a minor league contract.

John Smoltz – Free Agent – 1/25 6:26 pm

The Mets continue to have an active dialogue with free agent John Smoltz, according to Adam Rubin of the New York Daily News.

Rick Ankiel – Cardinals – 1/22 4:56 am

Tim Brown of Yahoo! Sports reports that the Royals have signed Rick Ankiel to a one-year, $3.25 million contract with a $6 million mutual option for 2011.

Joel Pineiro – Cardinals – 1/21 2:36 am

Buster Olney of ESPN.com reports that Joel Pineiro will make $16 million over the next two year with the Angels.

Joel Pineiro – Cardinals – 1/21 1:20 am

FOXSports.com’s Ken Rosenthal reports that RHP Joel Pineiro is expected to sign a contract witht he Angels.

Joel Pineiro – Cardinals – 1/17 3:00 pm

The Angels have been linked to Joel Pineiro, along with the Mets and Dodgers, reports Sports Illustrated’s Jon Heyman.

Charlie Zink – Cardinals – 1/15 1:18 am

Cardinals signed RHP Charlie Zink to a minor league contract.

Khalil Greene – Cardinals – 1/14 2:42 am

Khalil Greene has passed his physical with the Rangers, reports the Dallas News’ Evan Grant.

Joel Pineiro – Cardinals – 1/12 1:39 am

Tim Brown of Yahoo! Sports reports that the Dodgers are trying to find a way to sign free agent right-hander Joel Pineiro.

Joel Pineiro – Cardinals – 1/12 12:54 am

According to Ed Price of AOL Fanhouse, the Mets are talking to right-hander Joel Pineiro about a contract worth around ‘two years, $15 million.’

Khalil Greene – Cardinals – 1/10 4:24 am

MLB.com reports that the Rangers have signed Khalil Greene to a one-year, $750,000 contract.

Joel Pineiro – Cardinals – 1/9 3:30 pm

MLB.com’s Alden Gonzalez reports the Mets are only willing to give Joel Pineiro a contract in the neighborhood of Jason Marquis’ most recent deal.

Khalil Greene – Cardinals – 1/9 3:35 am

The Padres are unlikely to bring back shortstop Khalil Greene, reports Corey Brock of MLB.com.

Matt Holliday – Cardinals – 1/7 9:07 pm

Cardinals signed OF Matt Holliday to a seven-year, $120 million contract.

John Smoltz – Free Agent – 1/7 8:46 pm

According to multiple people connected to the team, the Mets have interest in free agent right-hander John Smoltz, reports Matt Cerrone of MetsBlog.com.

Rick Ankiel – Cardinals – 1/6 10:01 pm

Pirates president Frank Coonelly again expressed interest in free agent outfielder Rick Ankiel during his monthly live chat on MLB.com.

Rick Ankiel – Cardinals – 1/6 7:29 pm

The Royals have Rick Ankiel, Scott Podsednik and Randy Winn on their radar, according to Jerry Crasnick of ESPN.com.

Khalil Greene – Cardinals – 1/6 2:37 pm

According to ESPN.com’s Buster Olney, Khalil Greene’s agent is still seeking a major league contract for his client.

Matt Holliday – Cardinals – 1/6 12:19 am

Jon Heyman of SI.com reports that Matt Holliday’s new seven-year, $120 million contract with the Cardinals includes a vesting option for an eighth year.

Matt Holliday – Cardinals – 1/5 11:46 pm

According to Matthew Leach of MLB.com, Matt Holliday will receive an even $17 million per season as part of his new seven-year contract with the Cardinals.

Matt Holliday – Cardinals – 1/5 5:11 pm

Sources have suggested to SI.com’s Jon Heyman that the Cardinals at one point offered a seven-year, $112 million contract to Matt Holliday.

Matt Holliday – Cardinals – 1/5 4:01 am

Cardinals manager Tony La Russa indicated Monday that he’d like a deal with Matt Holliday completed by the end of the week.

Matt Holliday – Cardinals – 1/4 2:34 pm

Manager Tony La Russa told the St. Louis Post-Dispatch that the Cardinals ‘were getting ready to move’ on their offseason plan.

Joel Pineiro – Cardinals – 12/31 4:14 pm

The Mets have not spoken to the representatives for free agent right-hander Joel Pineiro this week, reports Anthony McCarron of the New York Daily News.

Matt Holliday – Cardinals – 12/31 1:25 pm

Derrick Goold of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports that the Cardinals and free agent outfielder Matt Holliday are ‘working toward an agreement’ that is ‘gaining momentum.’

Matt Holliday – Cardinals – 12/30 9:55 pm

Buster Olney of ESPN.com reports that the Cardinals’ offer to free agent outfielder Matt Holliday is ‘believed to be’ over $100 million.

Matt Holliday – Cardinals – 12/30 7:52 pm

Orioles president Andy MacPhail ‘vehemently denied’ a FOXSports.com report that the club made an eight-year, $130 million offer to free agent outfielder Matt Holliday, reports Jeff Zrebiec of the Baltimore Sun.

Matt Holliday – Cardinals – 12/30 7:18 pm

The Orioles made an eight-year, $130 million offer to free agent outfielder Matt Holliday, according to Tracy Ringolsby of FOXSports.com.

Joel Pineiro – Cardinals – 12/30 3:34 pm

According to ESPN.com’s Buster Olney, the Dodgers have entered the hunt for free agent right-hander Joel Pineiro.

Matt Holliday – Cardinals – 12/30 4:01 am

The Cardinals will present Matt Holliday with an offer worth about $16 million a season, according to MLB.com.

Matt Holliday – Cardinals – 12/30 2:35 am

The Cardinals confidence in their ability to re-sign Matt Holliday has increased, according to an ESPN.com report.

Matt Holliday – Cardinals – 12/29 2:01 pm

A Yankees official confirmed to the New York Daily News Monday that there’s ‘zero’ chance the club signs Matt Holliday or Jason Bay.

Mark DeRosa – Cardinals – 12/29 1:59 am

According to Mychael Urban of CSNBayArea.com, Mark DeRosa has passed his physical and is set to sign a two-year deal with the Giants.

Mark DeRosa – Cardinals – 12/28 10:24 pm

Mark DeRosa has completed a physical with the Giants, reports Jayson Stark of ESPN.com.

Mark DeRosa – Cardinals – 12/28 7:20 pm

Mark DeRosa is close to accepting a two-year deal from the Giants, reports Ken Rosenthal of FOXSports.com.

Matt Holliday – Cardinals – 12/28 2:57 pm

During an appearance at the ‘21 Days of Clemente’ benefit in New York last week, Mets general manager Omar Minaya said the Mets are pursuing free agent outfielder Matt Holliday.

Joel Pineiro – Cardinals – 12/26 3:28 pm

Buster Olney of ESPN says that Joel Pineiro looks to be the Mets’ top target as pitcher.

Mark DeRosa – Cardinals – 12/24 6:26 pm

Mark DeRosa is leaning towards accepting a two-year deal from the Giants, reports Buster Olney of ESPN.com.

Matt Holliday – Cardinals – 12/24 4:34 am

According to Michael Silverman of the Boston Herald, the Red Sox ‘have not completely shut the door on re-engaging’ in talks with Matt Holliday.

Mark DeRosa – Cardinals – 12/23 7:58 pm

Jon Heyman of SI.com hears that the Giants have offered free agent infielder-outfielder Mark DeRosa a two-year, $12 million contract.

Troy Glaus – Cardinals – 12/23 3:18 pm

According to David O’Brien of the Atlanta Journal Constitution, the Braves studied Troy Glaus’ medical records closely before offering him a deal.

Troy Glaus – Cardinals – 12/23 2:59 pm

Ken Rosenthal of FOXSports.com confirms that the Braves have agreed to terms with Troy Glaus on a one-year, incentive-laden contract.

John Smoltz – Free Agent – 12/23 1:56 am

MLB.com’s Bill Ladson reports that the Nationals ‘continue to have interest’ in free-agent right-hander John Smoltz, but are ‘not willing to break the bank to get him.’

Matt Holliday – Cardinals – 12/22 10:21 pm

Yankees general manager Brian Cashman said that a big-ticket outfielder doesn’t fit into his plans for 2010.

Mark DeRosa – Cardinals – 12/22 4:32 pm

Mark Feinsand of the New York Daily News thinks the Yankees may target free agent Mark DeRosa to fill their vacancy in left field.

Matt Holliday – Cardinals – 12/18 6:32 pm

According to Peter Gammons, now of MLB.com, the Red Sox offered a five-year, $16.5 million deal to Matt Holliday before settling on John Lackey.

Joe Thurston – Cardinals – 12/18 5:57 pm

According to Derrick Goold of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, the Braves have agreed to terms on a one-year split contract with Joe Thurston.

Mark DeRosa – Cardinals – 12/18 3:24 pm

ESPN.com’s Buster Olney believes the Yankees could make utilityman Mark DeRosa their next free agent target.

Mark DeRosa – Cardinals – 12/17 11:36 pm

Mark DeRosa’s agent, Keith Grunewald, said Thursday that his client is prepared to move on without an offer from the Cardinals.

Matt Holliday – Cardinals – 12/17 10:01 pm

Ed Price of AOL Fanhouse hears that the Cardinals aren’t inclined to go beyond five or six years and $15 million per season for Matt Holliday.

Matt Holliday – Cardinals – 12/17 7:33 pm

Buster Olney of ESPN.com writes that talks between the Orioles and free agent outfielder Matt Holliday are ‘dormant.’

Matt Holliday – Cardinals – 12/17 6:47 pm

Tim Brown of Yahoo! Sports hears that free agent outfielder Matt Holliday has another ‘legit offer’ from an East Coast team that’s not the Orioles.

Matt Holliday – Cardinals – 12/17 1:13 pm

The Orioles have jumped into the bidding for free agent outfielder Matt Holliday, according to Ken Rosenthal and Jon Paul Morosi of FOXSports.com.

Matt Holliday – Cardinals – 12/16 3:21 pm

ESPN.com’s Buster Olney has heard that the Mets ‘are monitoring’ the Matt Holliday talks but are ‘not actively involved.’

Matt Holliday – Cardinals – 12/16 3:00 pm

Mets GM Omar Minaya is scheduled to meet with Matt Holliday’s agent, Scott Boras, as early as Wednesday.

Matt Holliday – Cardinals – 12/15 8:18 pm

Buster Olney of ESPN.com reports that the Cardinals would like to stand on a five-year offer for free agent outfielder Matt Holliday.

Matt Holliday – Cardinals – 12/15 5:28 pm

ESPN.com’s Jerry Crasnick heard from a source that Scott Boras and his client Matt Holliday ‘are still looking for something that they’re not finding.’

Matt Holliday – Cardinals – 12/15 5:54 am

The St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports that the Cardinals have offered Matt Holliday an eight-year contract worth about $16 million per year.

Troy Glaus – Cardinals – 12/14 5:44 pm

Troy Glaus underwent a physical last week and is making the records open to all 30 teams, according to ESPN.

Matt Holliday – Cardinals – 12/11 6:59 pm

Cardinals GM John Mozeliak told Bernie Miklasz of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch that he has extended a formal offer to free agent Matt Holliday.

Matt Holliday – Cardinals – 12/11 2:54 pm

According to the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, Cardinals GM John Mozeliak met Thursday with Matt Holliday’s agent, Scott Boras, but no offer was made.

Joel Pineiro – Cardinals – 12/10 10:40 pm

Jon Heyman of SI.com reports that the Nationals, Mets, Dodgers and Cubs are interested in free agent right-hander Joel Pineiro.

Mark DeRosa – Cardinals – 12/10 10:16 pm

Though he didn’t reveal any names, Giants general manager Brian Sabean said he had offers on the table for more than one free agent.

Matt Holliday – Cardinals – 12/10 8:14 pm

Giants general manager Brian Sabean said the Giants won’t be in on free agent outfielders Matt Holliday and Jason Bay, FOXSports.com reports.

John Smoltz – Free Agent – 12/10 4:02 pm

Jayson Stark of ESPN.com reports that the Phillies are taking a ‘hard look’ at free-agent right-hander John Smoltz as an option for the back-end of their bullpen.

Matt Holliday – Cardinals – 12/9 10:47 pm

According to Steve Henson of Yahoo! Sports, the Yankees aren’t yet satisfied with their outfield and are still in on Matt Holliday.

Mark DeRosa – Cardinals – 12/9 8:35 pm

According to Kelsie Smith of the St. Paul Pioneer Press, the Twins have spoken with Mark DeRosa’s agent, but talks are at a ‘preliminary’ stage.

Joel Pineiro – Cardinals – 12/9 5:32 pm

According to Tim Brown of Yahoo! Sports, the Yankees, Mets, Nationals, Cubs, Orioles and Angels have shown early interest in Joel Pineiro.

John Smoltz – Free Agent – 12/9 4:37 pm

According to the Philadelphia Inquirer’s Andy Martino, the Phillies met Wednesday with John Smoltz’s agent, but discussions remain ‘informal.’

Mark DeRosa – Cardinals – 12/9 4:21 pm

LaVelle E. Neal III of the Minneapolis Star-Tribune reports the Twins met Tuesday with the agent for utilityman Mark DeRosa.

John Smoltz – Free Agent – 12/9 12:22 am

Ken Rosenthal reports that John Smoltz may still end up back in St. Louis.

Brad Penny – Cardinals – 12/8 8:46 pm

Cardinals signed RHP Brad Penny to a one-year, $7.5 million contract.

Matt Holliday – Cardinals – 12/8 8:12 pm

Cardinals manager Tony La Russa said Tuesday that he believes the Cardinals ‘have a legitimate shot’ at re-signing Matt Holliday.

Joel Pineiro – Cardinals – 12/8 5:14 am

Joel Pineiro declined the Cardinals’ offer of arbitration.

Matt Holliday – Cardinals – 12/8 5:12 am

Matt Holliday has declined the Cardinals’ offer of arbitration.

Mark DeRosa – Cardinals – 12/8 2:06 am

Mark DeRosa will decline the Cardinals’ offer of salary arbitration.

Matt Holliday – Cardinals – 12/8 12:42 am

Cardinals GM John Mozeliak had a meeting Sunday night with Scott Boras, the agent for outfielder Matt Holliday.

Mark DeRosa – Cardinals – 12/7 6:02 pm

Marc Carig of the Newark Star-Ledger reports the Yankees have expressed interest in free agent utilityman Mark DeRosa.

Mark DeRosa – Cardinals – 12/4 2:30 pm

Buster Olney of ESPN.com reports that free agent Mark DeRosa is seeking a deal in the three-year range and worth close to $9 million annually.

John Smoltz – Free Agent – 12/4 2:28 pm

According to FOXSports.com’s Ken Rosenthal, the Nationals have shown interest recently in free agent right-hander John Smoltz.

Rick Ankiel – Cardinals – 12/2 11:00 pm

Pirates president Frank Coonelly confirmed the club’s interest in free agent outfielder Rick Ankiel during a Wednesday chat on MLB.com.

Mark DeRosa – Cardinals – 12/2 10:46 pm

According to FOXSports.com, free agent infielder-outfielder Mark DeRosa is one of the more popular free agents.

Mark DeRosa – Cardinals – 12/2 3:05 pm

According to Mike Silverman of the Boston Herald, the Red Sox have expressed some interest in free agent Mark DeRosa.

Matt Holliday – Cardinals – 12/2 12:34 am

The Cardinals have offered arbitration to OF Matt Holliday, RHP Joel Pineiro and utilityman Mark DeRosa, but declined on 3B Troy Glaus.

Mark DeRosa – Cardinals – 12/1 10:55 pm

The Cardinals remain interested in re-signing free agent Mark DeRosa, but most likely as part of an alternative plan should they fail to retain Matt Holliday, according to Derrick Goold of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch.

John Smoltz – Free Agent – 12/1 10:25 pm

Phillies general manager Ruben Amaro Jr. hinted Tuesday at some interest in free agent right-hander John Smoltz.

Jason LaRue – Cardinals – 11/30 10:26 pm

Cardinals re-signed catcher Jason LaRue to a one-year contract.

Ruben Gotay – Cardinals – 11/30 9:59 pm

Cardinals signed infielder Ruben Gotay to a minor league contract and invited him to spring training.

Jason LaRue – Cardinals – 11/30 4:08 pm

According to the team’s Twitter feed, the Cardinals will re-sign catcher Jason LaRue.

Rick Ankiel – Cardinals – 11/27 1:47 pm

The Pirates have maintained interest in free agent outfielder Rick Ankiel.

Matt Holliday – Cardinals – 11/26 4:04 pm

Free agent Matt Holliday would be open to playing anywhere in the country.

Matt Holliday – Cardinals – 11/20 11:36 pm

Michael Silverman of the Boston Herald reports that the Red Sox have expressed interest in four of Scott Boras’ clients — Matt Holliday, Mike Gonzalez, Rick Ankiel and Adrian Beltre.

Matt Holliday – Cardinals – 11/20 12:09 am

Giants GM Brian Sabean said Thursday that he has not contacted the agents representing big ticket outfielders Matt Holliday or Jason Bay.

Matt Holliday – Cardinals – 11/19 6:29 pm

Angels owner Arte Moreno has ruled out signing Matt Holliday, according to Jon Paul Morosi of FOXSports.com.

Matt Holliday – Cardinals – 11/19 2:05 pm

According to FOXSports.com, Cardinals president Bill DeWitt III is optimistic about free agent Matt Holliday.

John Smoltz – Free Agent – 11/18 8:13 pm

According to Jason Beck of MLB.com, the Tigers aren’t interested in John Smoltz.

Mark DeRosa – Cardinals – 11/18 1:46 pm

A major league source has informed FOXSports.com that the Phillies are the favorite to land free-agent utilityman Mark DeRosa.

Troy Glaus – Cardinals – 11/18 2:50 am

Cardinals general manager John Mozeliak has ‘pretty much ruled out the possibility’ of Troy Glaus being a Cardinal in 2010.

John Smoltz – Free Agent – 11/18 2:18 am

Debunking an earlier report, the Astros are not interested in John Smoltz.

John Smoltz – Free Agent – 11/17 9:43 pm

According to FOXSports.com, several teams have shown interest in free agent John Smoltz.

Joel Pineiro – Cardinals – 11/17 2:29 pm

Adam Rubin of the New York Daily News confirms that the Mets are intrigued by free agent right-hander Joel Pineiro.

Matt Holliday – Cardinals – 11/17 1:49 pm

Angels general manager Tony Reagins said Monday that he’s not currently pursuing free agent outfielder Matt Holliday.

Matt Holliday – Cardinals – 11/16 8:20 pm

The Yankees are not interested in signing Matt Holliday, according to ESPN’s Buster Olney.

Matt Holliday – Cardinals – 11/16 5:50 pm

Jon Paul Morosi of FOXSports.com cites a source as saying Matt Holliday will not give any special preference to the Cardinals.

Matt Holliday – Cardinals – 11/12 3:10 pm

Joe Strauss of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports that Cardinals general manager John Mozeliak doesn’t want to enter a bidding war for Matt Holliday.

Mark DeRosa – Cardinals – 11/11 8:51 pm

Jon Heyman of SI.com writes that several teams have already inquired about Mark DeRosa.

Matt Holliday – Cardinals – 11/11 4:00 pm

Adam Wainwright told 1380 KSLG in St. Louis Wednesday that he believes Matt Holliday will return to St. Louis for the 2010 season and beyond.

Matt Holliday – Cardinals – 11/11 1:40 pm

According to Joel Sherman of the New York Post, the Mets have begun discussions with free agent outfielder Matt Holliday.

Joel Pineiro – Cardinals – 11/11 1:15 am

SI.com’s Jon Heyman reports the Mets have interest in free agent Joel Pineiro but aren’t thrilled with his current price tag.

John Smoltz – Free Agent – 11/10 9:23 pm

According to FOXSports.com, John Smoltz intends to return for his 22nd season.

Matt Holliday – Cardinals – 11/10 5:25 pm

Joe Strauss of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch writes that the Cardinals are prepared to move on without Matt Holliday.

Matt Holliday – Cardinals – 11/10 2:03 pm

Adam Rubin of the Daily News cites a team insider who says the salary demands of Matt Holliday and Jason Bay would exceed the Mets’ comfort level.

Mark DeRosa – Cardinals – 11/10 1:52 pm

Randy Miller of the Bucks County Courier Times writes that the Phillies are expected to attempt to sign free agent Mark DeRosa.

Matt Holliday – Cardinals – 11/10 1:20 am

Cardinals GM John Mozeliak said Monday that he hopes to meet with both Scott Boras and Matt Holliday before the general managers meetings end Wednesday.

Matt Holliday – Cardinals – 11/6 1:53 pm

Cardinals general manager John Mozeliak indicated Thursday that he expects Matt Holliday to reach the open market.

Matt Holliday – Cardinals – 11/5 1:24 am

Joe Strauss of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports that the Cardinals may have discussed the framework of a contract with Matt Holliday’s agent Scott Boras.

Joe Thurston – Cardinals – 11/4 6:33 pm

Cardinals sent infielder Joe Thurston and RHP Matt Scherer outright to Triple-A Memphis.

Brad Thompson – Cardinals – 11/4 6:29 pm

Cardinals released RHP Brad Thompson.