Editorial Content Writer II for NESN.com and UMass Lowell graduate. Recently, Nolan Arenado’s seemingly random Instagram story featuring a highlight of Manny Ramirez has stirred speculation among Red Sox fans about his trade possibilities. The St. Louis Cardinals are eager to trade Arenado but have faced challenges in securing a suitable deal. Reports suggest that Arenado is motivated to join Boston and may waive his no-trade clause to facilitate a move. This comes at a critical time as the Cardinals have re-engaged in trade talks with the Red Sox, Los Angeles Dodgers, and New York Yankees. Amidst these discussions, fans question if Arenado’s potential shift to Boston is imminent before spring training begins. The ongoing saga raises further inquiries into the Cardinals’ offseason strategies and their reported interest in Alex Bregman, as the Red Sox appear to be pivoting towards Arenado. As trade activities heat up, the ramifications could clear the path for a fresh era in Cardinals baseball.