Many St. Louis Cardinals fans are angry, disappointed, perhaps even bitter, but few are surprised. Cardinals’ former GM and current president of baseball operations, John Mozeliak has developed something of a reputation for not making big moves at the trade deadline.
However, 2017 seemed like it might be a little bit different. Here’s a timeline of events:
June 9th, 2017: After finishing an 0-7 road trip, the St. Louis Cardinals are (27-32) and 4.5 games behind the first place Milwaukee Brewers. Then GM, John Mozeliak, holds a press conference to announce several changes.