Oli Marmol Returns as Cardinals Manager in 2026 as Chaim Bloom Leads Rebuild
Oli Marmol will continue as manager of the St. Louis Cardinals in the 2026 season, Chaim Bloom has confirmed. Despite a 325-323 record under Marmol, the team has not won a playoff game since his first year in 2022. Bloom, the new chief of baseball operations, has ownership's support for his decision.
Bloom, who took over this offseason, is planning a significant rebuild for the Cardinals. He aims to add experienced coaches to Marmol's staff, with an expert trainer expected to join in the coming weeks. The team missed the playoffs this season, ending their hopes of postseason contention. Despite this, Bloom believes in Marmol's leadership and sees him as a key part of the team's future.
The 2026 season will see Oli Marmol return as manager, with Chaim Bloom leading the rebuild as chief of baseball operations. The team will look to improve upon their recent record and return to playoff contention.
