Jack Martinez

After a down season in 2025, the Diamondbacks decided to acquire the former MVP candidate Nolan Arenado to fill a hole at third base.

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Cardinals Trade Nolan Arenado to Diamondbacks

JJ Misiewicz
January 13, 2026

Arizona Diamondbacks
St. Louis Cardinals

The Arizona Diamondbacks have acquired third baseman Nolan Arenado in a trade with the St. Louis Cardinals. In exchange, the Cardinals receive RHP Jack Martinez. The Cardinals are also paying $31 million of the $42 million left on Arenado’s contract. The Players Involved Nolan Arenado to Diamondbacks Arenado, in an injury-riddled 2025 campaign, put up […]