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The discussions surrounding Arenado extend beyond Muncy’s role; they delve into the potential financial implications and trade negotiations between the Dodgers and the Cardinals. Arenado is under contract through 2027, with a significant salary that the Dodgers would need to manage if a deal materializes. Speculations about the Cardinals possibly absorbing part of Arenado's salary or swapping him for a contract that the Dodgers wish to offload—such as Chris Taylor’s $17 million deal—add another layer to the strategic conversation.