Cardinals All-Star Ivan Herrera Bids Farewell to Pitcher Dustin May Ahead of Trade Deadline
All-Star catcher Ivan Herrera publicly wished pitcher Dustin May well after the Cardinals limited his outing, signaling an imminent trade.
In the final stretch before the MLB trade deadline, the St. Louis Cardinals handled right-hander Dustin May's start by removing him in the fifth inning, a strategy aimed at preserving his health for a prospective deal. After the victory, All-Star catcher Ivan Herrera took to social media to thank May, calling him an excellent teammate and wishing him success if he is traded. The club's approach reflects a broader effort to extract value from veteran players on expiring contracts while rebuilding around younger talent.
Industry observers have long identified May as a prime trade target, noting his one-year, $12.5 million deal with a modest buyout. Should a trade materialize, the Cardinals hope to convert May's strong season into future assets while providing a contender with a reliable starter.
Why it matters
The move shows how teams balance winning now with future planning by trading valuable players before the deadline.
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