Players wrapping up their home tenures with St. Louis Cardinals in their final matches
The St. Louis Cardinals are looking to turn a new leaf, and letting Miles Mikolas seek opportunities elsewhere could be a significant step in that direction.
Mikolas, who has been a member of the Cardinals' starting rotation since 2018, has struggled in recent seasons. His ERAs of 4.78, 5.35, and 4.80 in the last three years reflect a downward trend in performance.
The Cardinals are reportedly considering trading, releasing, or not re-signing multiple players this offseason, including Mikolas. The team is in search of a new approach, and adding new pitchers to the rotation is a priority.
In 2023, teams interested in Mikolas' contract would likely include those looking for experienced starting pitching. However, the Cardinals are expected not to keep him beyond the 2025 season due to his recent underperformance, making him a potential candidate for signing by other MLB teams seeking a "rubber arm" or innings eater for their rotation.
The Cardinals' pitching is currently in a poor state, and they need to provide opportunities for young arms to secure rotation spots. Fans are dissatisfied with Mikolas' performance and are calling for a change in the rotation.
Since 2023, Mikolas continues to rank in the bottom ten in baseball in ERA, xERA, K%, and batting average allowed. His association with losing baseball for several years has not gone unnoticed.
It is unlikely that the Cardinals will bring Mikolas back for another season. Instead, they should prioritize signing pitchers who could potentially surprise them, rather than those who just eat innings. The Cardinals need a significant makeover this offseason, and letting Mikolas seek opportunities elsewhere is a move in the right direction.
Moreover, the Cardinals should also keep space open for young pitchers to have opportunities at the big league level. By ridding themselves of as many players associated with losing baseball as possible, the Cardinals hope to establish a new, winning culture.
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