The St. Louis Cardinals edged out the Chicago White Sox 5-4 in the first game doubleheader. In another closely contested matchup in Game 2, Cardinals manager Oliver Marmol witnessed a historic moment from one of his players. Third baseman Nolan Arenado launched a 385-foot solo homer—marking the 350th of his career—and etched his name into Major League Baseball history.
With that blast, Arenado became just the seventh player ever to tally at least 350 home runs while also earning 10 or more Gold Glove Awards. The Cardinals highlighted his milestone with a celebratory post on social media, honoring the former All-Star.
Arenado now finds himself among a legendary group that features names like Ken Griffey Jr., Willie Mays, and Johnny Bench. The 34-year-old has long been recognized as a premier two-way talent during his time with both the Colorado Rockies and the St. Louis Cardinals. While he’s not quite at the peak of his powers anymore, his milestone home run solidified his place among the game’s all-time greats.
Arenado’s milestone comes at a time when trade speculation continues to swirl around him. Despite sitting in the middle of the NL Central standings, the Cardinals have reportedly explored trade options for their veteran third baseman ahead of the deadline. Still, much of the league is waiting to see whether St. Louis will commit to buying or selling as July approaches.
The Cardinals have been one of the season’s biggest surprises. Their unexpected success has frustrated rival general managers, as many anticipated a rebuilding year focused on young talents like Jordan Walker and Lars Nootbaar. Instead, St. Louis finds itself in the thick of the NL Wild Card hunt.
While Arenado may ultimately end up on a new team later this season, the Cardinals have made it clear they value his contributions. His historic home run on not only added to his legacy but also secured his place alongside greats like Ken Griffey Jr., cementing his status as one of the finest all-around players in MLB history.