The Houston Astros don't seem as big of a high-profile destination anymore. According to MLB.com's Mark Feinsand, St. Louis Cardinals third baseman Nolan Arenado will not waive his no-trade clause for a move to Houston.

The Astros ' pursuit of Nolan Arenado hit a serious snag Wednesday afternoon as the St. Louis Cardinals third baseman refused to waive his no-trade clause in a deal with Houston. But Arenado's current stance could become flexible in the coming weeks.