Cardinals Turn Heads With Nolan Arenado Announcement During White Sox Game originally appeared on Athlon Sports.
The St. Louis Cardinals entered Thursday with a 39-35 record, trailing the Chicago Cubs in the NL Central by six games and sitting just 0.5 games back of a Wild Card spot.
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As a team, the Cardinals are exhibiting an old-school approach on offense; they are tied for sixth in MLB in runs per game and rank third in batting average at .257, yet they rank 24th in home runs with only 68 on the year, suggesting a small-ball strategy.
The organization’s lack of offensive power can be attributed in part to losing 2022 MVP Paul Goldschmidt to the New York Yankees during the offseason, combined with the decision not to sign any impactful free agents. After a mediocre 83-79 finish last year and no roster improvements, trade rumors surrounding Nolan Arenado began circulating, but ultimately nothing materialized.
St. Louis Cardinals third baseman Nolan Arenado (28)Jeff Curry-Imagn Images
Arenado’s journey with the Cardinals began when he was traded from the Colorado Rockies prior to the 2021 season. Over the course of his 13-year career, he has established himself as an elite third baseman, earning eight All-Star selections, ten consecutive Gold Gloves, and five Silver Slugger awards.
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During today’s game against the Chicago White Sox, Arenado accomplished a significant career milestone by hitting his 350th career home run—a moment the team announced with a post on X.
“A milestone for Nado!” the Cardinals exclaimed. “Nolan Arenado joins the 350 home run club!”
Fans have been reacting to this big news.
“Congratulations to him,” said one
“Excellent job Nado!” exclaimed another.
“TOTALLY AWESOME, Arenado!!!! Congratulations!!!” one added.
“Arenado. Career 350 HR. Congrats,” said another.
“Congratulations,” added one.
In the 2025 season, Arenado is currently batting .245 with nine home runs and 37 RBIs in 70 games—a drop-off from his career norms as he’s in the midst of his age 34 season.
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This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 19, 2025, where it first appeared.
