Baseball is over, sort of. It’s time for off-season deals and free agency….

Cardinal players who have opted for free agency:

  • David Eckstein
  • Troy Percival
  • Kip Wells
  • Miguel Cairo

The only player that I would want the Cardinals to keep is Percival.  Another one-year deal with him as Izzy’s set up man would be ideal to the bullpen.  Eckstein is a great guy and plays with a big hart but I’d rather use a guy that can consistently play at a higher level.  I would suggest using Brendan Ryan as the everyday shortstop.  Pitching should be our priority though.