St. Louis Cardinals veteran starter Sonny Gray has been mentioned as a potential trade candidate for the upcoming offseason. The 34-year-old delivered a solid performance in 2024, posting a 13-9 record, a 3.84 ERA, and recording 203 strikeouts over 166 1/3 innings. With multiple teams in the market for starting pitchers, Gray’s experience makes him an appealing option for contenders.
Cardinals Veteran Starter Sonny Gray a Highly Desired Trade Candidate
Sonny Gray, a three-time All-Star, signed a three-year, $75 million contract with the St. Louis Cardinals on November 27, 2023, which includes a club option for 2027. Gray was also the 2023 American League Cy Young runner-up while pitching for the Minnesota Twins, a significant achievement as he became the first Twins pitcher to be a runner-up for the award since Kenta Maeda in 2020. With an impressive 30.3% strikeout rate and the ability to log innings, Gray has emerged as a potential target for the Cleveland Guardians.
Gray’s previous experience with the Oakland Athletics gives him strong ties to Guardians manager Stephen Vogt, who was his catcher during their time together in Oakland. One of Cleveland’s main offseason priorities is to acquire a starting pitcher, and Gray’s 3.12 FIP this season—which ranks higher than notable starters like Corbin Burnes (3.21) and Max Fried (3.33)—makes him an attractive option. Additionally, Gray’s ability to limit walks further increases his appeal as a top candidate for teams in need of starting pitching this winter.
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