Trade deadline sales send Cardinals sliding down power rankings

The St. Louis Cardinals have been one of the most fun teams to watch so far this season. With little expectation, they have been keeping up with the likes of a competitive NL Central. So, this was an interesting team to watch with the trade deadline coming up. Would they add a player or two and try to fight for a postseason spot, or get rid of some players and continue to focus on the future?Well, they mostly parted ways with players to continue building the farm system, but they were able to acquire a player without losing anyone. MORE: On This Day: Cardinals legends stole four bases on a single pitch in wild scene vs. CubsTrade deadline sales send Cardinals sliding down power rankingsSt. Louis got rid of a core outfielder in Lars Nootbaar, sending him to the Arizona Diamondbacks in excha