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The Cardinals initially conceived of trading Arenado during the offseason, hoping to capitalize on his value before he grew older. However, the challenge is pronounced: the player has a full no-trade clause, granting him significant power over his destiny. This has resulted in an uncomfortable stalemate where negotiations falter before they truly begin. After discussions about a trade broke down—Arenado reportedly vetoed a deal—questions about his future linger heavily over both player and franchise.