St. Louis Cardinals third baseman Nolan Arenado is in his 13th MLB season. An eight-time All-Star and 10-time Gold Glove Award winner, Arenado is one of the most accomplished active players at his position.
Now 34 years old, Arenado’s offensive production has decreased this season. His .701 OPS is a career-low, and almost all of his hitting metrics rate below-average (via Baseball Savant). Despite this, Arenado’s defense remains elite, which has carried him to 1.0 WAR through 51 games this season.
Prior to the 2025 season, Arenado was notably trying to be traded, but his no-

Nolan Arenado’s recent Instagram activity has stirred up a wave of speculation among Los Angeles Dodgers fans. The St. Louis Cardinals third baseman shared a series of offseason photos accompanied by Kendrick Lamar’s track “Dodger Blue,” a move that many interpreted as a subtle hint toward a potential trade to the Dodgers. Given that Arenado is a Southern California native and the Dodgers have been linked to him in past trade rumors, this post reignited discussions about his future. (dodgersnation.com)
The reaction from Dodgers fans has been mixed. Some are excited about the possibility of adding the 10-time Gold Glove winner to their roster, while others are skeptical about his fit with the team. One Reddit user remarked, “I’ll take Muncy all day,” expressing preference for current Dodgers player Max Muncy over Arenado. Another fan commented, “He wants a chip knowing his time as a ball player is ending,” suggesting that Arenado may be seeking a championship before his career concludes. (dodgersnation.com, reddit.com)
Arenado’s own response to the speculation has been playful. When a fan commented on his post, “Hey thanks for letting us know so I don’t waste anymore of my money on your jersey for my son who thinks you’re the best and would never leave St.Louis,” Arenado replied with a laughing emoji and “Y’all funny,” fueling further rumors. (dodgersnation.com, clutchpoints.com)
While Arenado’s cryptic post has certainly sparked conversation, it’s important to note that no official trade discussions have been confirmed. The Cardinals are reportedly exploring trade options for the veteran third baseman, but as of now, nothing has materialized. (dodgersnation.com)
For Dodgers fans, the possibility of Arenado joining the team remains a topic of intrigue. Whether or not his cryptic Instagram post is a genuine indicator of future moves or just a playful gesture remains to be seen.