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Intense 2024 NL Wild Card Race and MVP Predictions

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The St. Louis Cardinals have been a perplexing team, despite having future Hall of Famers like <a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/mlb/players/paul-goldschmidt/58179">Paul Goldschmidt</a> and <a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/mlb/players/nolan-arenado/58173">Nolan Arenado</a>. After finishing last in the NL Central last season, expectations were high that 2024 would be a bounce-back year. Yet, the Cardinals sit at 72-72, still falling short of playoff contention. Goldschmidt, the 2022 NL MVP, had a tough first half of the season, leaving many to question if his best days were behind him. However, his second-half resurgence provides a glimmer of hope for a strong finish.
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The Enigma of Paul Goldschmidt’s 2024 Season

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<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/mlb/players/paul-goldschmidt/58179">Paul Goldschmidt</a> has found his stride in the second half of the season. After batting just .230 with a below-average wRC+ of 87 in the first half, Goldschmidt has turned things around, hitting .282 with a 131 wRC+ and a significant jump in power. His ISO has climbed from .143 to .224, indicating his power is returning. As a pending free agent, his strong second-half performance is critical for rebuilding his value before hitting the open market.
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Paul Goldschmidt’s Second-Half Surge

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Despite <a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/mlb/players/paul-goldschmidt/58179">Paul Goldschmidt</a>'s turnaround, his future with the Cardinals is far from guaranteed. The Cardinals have young, promising players like <a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/mlb/players/luken-baker/58174">Luken Baker</a> and <a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/mlb/players/alec-burleson/58184">Alec Burleson</a> waiting in the wings, making it possible for the team to move on from the veteran first baseman. With his impending free agency, the Cardinals must decide whether to re-sign the former MVP or let the next generation take over at first base.
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Uncertain Future with the St. Louis Cardinals

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With <a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/mlb/players/paul-goldschmidt/58179">Paul Goldschmidt </a>announcing his plans to continue playing in 2025, potential suitors are already emerging. A reunion with the Arizona Diamondbacks could be on the horizon if <a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/mlb/players/christian-walker/58622">Christian Walker</a> leaves in free agency. The Seattle Mariners and New York Yankees are also possible destinations, with both teams needing an upgrade at first base. As a proven leader and former MVP, Goldschmidt will be an attractive option for contending teams in need of a veteran presence. The New York Mets are another possibility, should <a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/mlb/players/peter-alonso/58372">Pete Alonso</a> not re-sign this offseason.
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Where Could Goldschmidt Land in Free Agency?

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While <a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/mlb/players/paul-goldschmidt/58179">Paul Goldschmidt</a> may not be the same dominant player he once was, his second-half resurgence shows he still has plenty to offer. As a former MVP and seven-time All-Star, he brings invaluable experience and leadership to any team. Whether he stays with the Cardinals or finds a new home in free agency, Goldschmidt's strong finish to the season will likely extend his career and make him a key asset for a contender in 2025.

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