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Bernie Miklasz

@bmiklasz.bsky.social

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Hello. I’ve covered St. Louis sports for 40 years. 2023 inductee, Missouri Sports Hall of Fame. Proud to work for iconic KMOX radio in St. Louis. #STLCards video and written commentary at SportsHubSTL.com

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Bernie Miklasz @bmiklasz.bsky.social · 08/04/2026

Bernie Show: Since the start of the season, #STLCards have rallied for 5 comeback wins in less than 2 weeks. It isn't random; it's a team effort. Persistence is a way of life for a club that doesn't have the talent to overwhelm opponents. youtu.be/28kW8g3wdGU?...

The Cardinals Are Doing Something They NEVER Did Last Year

YouTube video by STL Sports Central

Bernie Miklasz @bmiklasz.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

My Redbird Review on the #STLCards damaged bullpen, the inconsistent offense and The Curse of Matt Holliday. www.stlsportscentral.com/2026/04/07/b...

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REDBIRD REVIEW: The True Bullpen Damage Report

So, who can Oli Marmol trust?

Bernie Miklasz @bmiklasz.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

Yep, you could say the #STLCards have a LF problem offensively. Through 10 games, the position has generated a .171 avg, .437 OPS, no HR, 2 RBIs, a 26% strikeout rate, and a wRC+ that's 69% below league average. Ah, I remember the days when the BFIB fans dogged Matt Holliday for not being "clutch."

Bernie Miklasz @bmiklasz.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

Jordan Walker stepped up again Monday night. Now that he's figured out the launch-angle attack and is all-in, his formidable power and natural talent can shine through. There is work to do (reduce strikeouts ) but Walker's career is off the ground and rising. #STLCards youtu.be/MonfAT-HSxk?...

Jordan Walker Is Dominating, Here's Exactly Why

YouTube video by STL Sports Central

Bernie Miklasz @bmiklasz.bsky.social · 06/04/2026

My Redbird Review: Jordan Walker’s across the board improvement has led to an impressive set of early-season numbers. #STLCards www.stlsportscentral.com/2026/04/06/b...

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REDBIRD REVIEW: Walker Mindset Changes Batted Ball Trend

Through Sunday, when Jordan Walker smacked a line drive or fly ball this season he was 7-for-13.

Bernie Miklasz @bmiklasz.bsky.social · 06/04/2026

Bernie Show: early on in 2026, the #STLCards are at their best when they're down on the scoreboard, in danger of losing, and must fight back to win. It don't come easy (thanks, Ringo!) but it's fun to watch. 4 of first 5 wins were comebacks. youtu.be/WZeOe9ok_aE?...

The 2026 Cardinals Are a Better Team When They're Losing!

YouTube video by STL Sports Central

Bernie Miklasz @bmiklasz.bsky.social · 03/04/2026

Bernie Show: In the noisy debate over where Masyn Winn should hit in the #STLCards lineup, we're missing the point, and the concern that matters most. youtu.be/OUsCM8_crTo?...

Cardinals Fans Are Asking the WRONG Question About Masyn Winn

YouTube video by STL Sports Central

Bernie Miklasz @bmiklasz.bsky.social · 03/04/2026

Thursday’s Redbird Review: two series wins for the #STLCards and 20 Takeaways from me www.stlsportscentral.com/2026/04/02/b...

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REDBIRD REVIEW: Two Series Wins, 20 Takeaways

The Cardinals had to dig in and earn their first four wins of the new baseball year.

Bernie Miklasz @bmiklasz.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

Those hard-working rebuilders -- #STLCards -- had a good opening week at home. They won a high-scoring series against a low-payroll team (Rays) and a low-scoring series against a high payroll team (Mets). And the Redbirds were fun to watch. youtu.be/JToZ3vTtlzY?...

Cardinals Embarrass the $291 Million Mets: What Payroll Can't Buy

YouTube video by STL Sports Central

Bernie Miklasz @bmiklasz.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

Bernie's Redbird Review. Some pregame reading material: a look at the first 5 games of the season, "Bird Bytes" style. #STLCards www.stlsportscentral.com/2026/04/01/t...

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REDBIRD REVIEW: Short Story of Five Cardinal Games

McGreevy was the only Cardinals starter who put away hitters via strikeouts with any regularity.

Bernie Miklasz @bmiklasz.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

My Redbird Review: a conversation with #STLCards manager Oli Marmol (on KMOX) with his insights into Jordan Walker, Nolan Gorman and the Cards cleanup spot. www.stlsportscentral.com/2026/03/31/b...

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REDBIRD REVIEW: Don't Rush Jordan Walker Into Cleanup -- Marmol Is Right to Stay Patient

Cardinals manager Oli Marmol will stay with Masyn Winn as his No. 4 hitter in the lineup, even if the very early results are underwhelming. Nothing about this, however, is set in Missouri granite down...

Bernie Miklasz @bmiklasz.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

Bernie Show: The #STLCards big dream for 2026? That what they're seeing from Jordan Walker + Nolan Gorman is something that can last. Think of what the two young hitters did in 2023 as compared to 2024 and '25. youtu.be/9tFJF5Gb-xs?...

The Cardinals’ Biggest Hope in 2026? Walker and Gorman

YouTube video by STL Sports Central

Bernie Miklasz @bmiklasz.bsky.social · 30/03/2026

Bernie’s Redbird Review: the #STLCards scored 21 runs in their wild 3-game series vs the Rays. Here are 21 takeaways, plus some old-timey sportswriter jargon, in a look back to the weekend. www.stlsportscentral.com/2026/03/30/b...

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REDBIRD REVIEW: Opening Series Donnybrook

These Cardinals have some brashness in their genetic makeup.

Bernie Miklasz @bmiklasz.bsky.social · 30/03/2026

One thing about JJ and the young #STLCards hitters: they don't scare. The Redbirds had to dig deep to win 2 of 3 from the Rays. A highly entertaining series, but is there a fire extinguisher for the STL bullpen? And HELLO, Jordan Walker. youtu.be/UQMoBDSZmcQ?...

This Cardinals Team Feels Different… And It Showed Opening Weekend

YouTube video by STL Sports Central

Bernie Miklasz @bmiklasz.bsky.social · 27/03/2026

Bernie's Redbird Review: On Opening Day, the #STLCards went with their youngest, and most homegrown lineup in ages. All 9 position players were homegrown. Pretty remarkable because it's so rare. www.stlsportscentral.com/2026/03/27/b...

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REDBIRD REVIEW: Youth Served On Opening Day

In the Cardinals’ 9-7 Opening Day comeback over the Rays, the youth-led "rebuild" lineup was almost entirely composed of homegrown talent.

Bernie Miklasz @bmiklasz.bsky.social · 27/03/2026

Bernie Show: That was my favorite #STLCards season opener in a long time. So much action, goodness, excitement and drama packed into one game. More, please. youtu.be/Gh7xcpACaq0?...

Bernie Reacts: Cardinals’ New Era Starts With a Statement Win!

YouTube video by STL Sports Central

Bernie Miklasz @bmiklasz.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

Opening Day in St. Louis is still championship-caliber, even during a rebuild. This rebuild won’t be as fast as the one in 1996 which took about 15 minutes. www.stlsportscentral.com/2026/03/26/b...

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REDBIRD REVIEW: 1996 Rebuild vs. 2026 Rebuild

The 2026 Cardinals team head into the season with the second youngest team in the majors.

Bernie Miklasz @bmiklasz.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

Bernie Show: This #STLCards opening day is different, much different -- but still deeply special in so many ways. Here's to the old days, raise a cup to the Red Jackets, make way for the next gen, and welcome to a new era. youtu.be/pO-YzH2JscU?...

Cardinals Opening Day Feels Different… And Bernie Explains Why

YouTube video by STL Sports Central

Bernie Miklasz @bmiklasz.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

As a new era of #STLCards baseball begins Thursday at Busch Stadium, it's the perfect time to start fresh by giving contract extensions to JJ Wetherholt and Masyn Winn, two young stars who will lead this team to a better future. youtu.be/qUyGreDT3rQ?...

The Cubs Just Showed the Cardinals Exactly What to Do Next

YouTube video by STL Sports Central

Bernie Miklasz @bmiklasz.bsky.social · 24/03/2026

We thought the #STLCards were giving Nelson Velazquez a legit chance to compete for a 26-man roster spot. Wrong. It never was a competition. The idea that Velazquez could earn a job through his fantastic performance is absolutely laughable. Destination: Memphis. youtu.be/_dQYcuNgaPs?...

The Cardinals Just IGNORED Their Best Performer!

YouTube video by STL Sports Central

Bernie Miklasz @bmiklasz.bsky.social · 23/03/2026

Bernie Show for Monday: My "Prove It" list for players on the 2026 #STLCards ... their performances will impact their own futures and the direction of the franchise beyond '26. youtu.be/_ZQfYmqnPMQ?...

These 10 Cardinals Have EVERYTHING to Prove This Season

YouTube video by STL Sports Central

Bernie Miklasz @bmiklasz.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

Bernie Show: Setting the record straight and cleaning up a false and idiotic narrative on Jordan Walker -- and pondering #STLCards options going forward if he continues to struggle. youtu.be/S-ckFqnmIAU?...

The Cardinals Didn’t Ruin Jordan Walker… This Did

YouTube video by STL Sports Central

Bernie Miklasz @bmiklasz.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

Bernie Show: in this video I pose a question: For the #STLCards what's the bigger priority? Starting-pitcher health, or starting-pitcher performance? Can both areas thrive simultaneously? I explain by looking back at the '25 rotation -- and glimpsing at 2026. youtu.be/qYsFPKVh4vc?...

The Cardinals Tried Fixing Pitching… It Backfired

YouTube video by STL Sports Central

Bernie Miklasz @bmiklasz.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

Redbird Review: 5 concerns still hanging before opening day #STLCards www.stlsportscentral.com/2026/03/17/b...

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REDBIRD REVIEW: Five Concerns as Opening Day Nears

Cards president Chaim Bloom will have opportunities this season to trade from the catching surplus to fill roster voids.

Bernie Miklasz @bmiklasz.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

Bernie Show for Tuesday: The headline on this is misleading (sorry.) The #STLCards have been near the bottom of MLB in offense from their outfielders over the past 3 seasons. Will it happen again in 2026? It's a big problem. youtu.be/OhT1koEl39o?...

The Cardinals Thought This Would Work… It Hasn’t

YouTube video by STL Sports Central

Bernie Miklasz @bmiklasz.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

My Redbird Review: A look at 5 encouraging developments for the #STLCards in spring training -- and a friendly message to the small-sample size police: hush. Thank you. www.stlsportscentral.com/2026/03/16/b...

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REDBIRD REVIEW: Cards Satisfying Spring Training Progress Report

The Cardinals haven’t had this many talented, capable arms in spring training for a long time.

Bernie Miklasz @bmiklasz.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

Bernie Show: A look back at the mercurial career of retired #STLCards pitcher Carlos Martinez, a tantalizing talent who seemed headed to a great career before throwing it all away. youtu.be/lt45inerwHw?...

The Talent Was Real, So What Happened?

YouTube video by STL Sports Central

Bernie Miklasz @bmiklasz.bsky.social · 13/03/2026

Bernie Show: Nolan Gorman is trying to change his hitting approach and has made progress. But is this just a typical spring-training mirage? Or can it stretch into the regular season? #STLCards youtu.be/trNVSKE0d2Q?...

Can Nolan Gorman Actually Fix His Biggest Problem?

YouTube video by STL Sports Central

Bernie Miklasz @bmiklasz.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

Bernie Show: How much realistic hope, if any, is still there for #STLCards right fielder Jordan Walker? This isn't about a bad showing in spring training. This is about his alarming failure in 2024-2025. youtu.be/xZA1bVZ5KoI?...

Is There Any Hope Left for Jordan Walker?

YouTube video by STL Sports Central

Bernie Miklasz @bmiklasz.bsky.social · 11/03/2026

Bernie Show: Have the #STLCards found their secret power bat? youtu.be/M6ElPJcdeHs?...

Cardinals May Have Already Found Their Power Bat

YouTube video by STL Sports Central

Bernie Miklasz @bmiklasz.bsky.social · 10/03/2026

Bernie Show: Yes, Ivan Herrera has extra value as a catcher because of the elite offense he brings to the position. But how much value does he really have as a catcher if injuries frequently keep him out of action? Here's his position: HITTER. #STLCards youtu.be/1UNmV63hLfg?...

The Cardinals Keep Making the Same Ivan Herrera Mistake

YouTube video by STL Sports Central

Bernie Miklasz @bmiklasz.bsky.social · 09/03/2026

Bernie Show: Because of the #STLCards new and wiser baseball operation the outfield prospect Josh Baez is being put in position to succeed -- which wasn't the case with Jordan Walker and the previous STL front-office regime. youtu.be/BVlHq7tDpaU?...

The Cardinals Better Not Do This Again!

YouTube video by STL Sports Central

Bernie Miklasz @bmiklasz.bsky.social · 06/03/2026

Bernie Show: The times sure have have changed for baseball in St. Louis. Welcome to 2026, and the new reality of having a small-market MLB team, the #STLCards youtu.be/1YpXS9lLIp4?...

Will Cardinals Fans Show Up in 2026, Bernie Explains the New Reality

YouTube video by STL Sports Central

Bernie Miklasz @bmiklasz.bsky.social · 06/03/2026

From earlier today, the Bernie Show: A rare hot take, sort of. The #STLCards starting pitching should be much better in 2026 season for several reasons I'm happy to explain. youtu.be/KggzBaR4aiU?...

The Rotation Upgrade Nobody Is Talking About in St. Louis

YouTube video by STL Sports Central

Bernie Miklasz @bmiklasz.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

Bernie Show: It's funny how our sports town works. The most successful franchise owner by far (DeWitt) takes the punches when the #STLCards are in a rare down cycle -- and the folks who own/run the other franchises get to hide behind him. youtu.be/ZvR4RYmy24s?...

Why St. Louis Blames the Cardinals for Everything, Bernie Breaks It Down

YouTube video by STL Sports Central

Bernie Miklasz @bmiklasz.bsky.social · 03/03/2026

Bernie Show: JJ Wetherholt is the obvious choice to bat leadoff for the 2026 #STLCards and this is the easiest decision Oli Marmol will make all season. Dude is a relentless onbase machine. youtu.be/M8pnjixrhq0?...

The Cardinals Have a New Leadoff Hitter, It’s Not Up for Debate

YouTube video by STL Sports Central

Bernie Miklasz @bmiklasz.bsky.social · 02/03/2026

My Redbird Review: a Stream of Consciousness on the Oli Marmol contract extension ... thanks for reading. www.stlsportscentral.com/2026/03/02/b...

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REDBIRD REVIEW: Marmol Extension Shows Fitness for Rebuild

Marmol was the right manager to help lead this crucially important rebuild for the Cardinals.

Bernie Miklasz @bmiklasz.bsky.social · 02/03/2026

Bernie Show: #STLCards manager Oli Marmol got a contract extension. But contrary to public perception, he'll actually be under more pressure now. I explain why in today's vid youtu.be/nJtoPVQvBPE?...

Marmol Got the Deal, Now Here’s the Catch

YouTube video by STL Sports Central

Bernie Miklasz @bmiklasz.bsky.social · 27/02/2026

Bernie Show: we talked about this here on X this morning: if you HAD to choose between Molina or Pujols for the #STLCards Hall of Fame in 2026 -- just one! -- who would it be, and why? My video offers a ton of stuff, including perspective, on their STL careers. youtu.be/BfMxt-PXZRA?...

If You Could Only Pick One... Bernie’s Choice Might Surprise You

YouTube video by STL Sports Central

Bernie Miklasz @bmiklasz.bsky.social · 26/02/2026

Albert Pujols and Yadier Molina won 3 NL pennants and 2 World Series together, built Cooperstown-worthy careers together, retired together after 2022, and will walk shoulder-to-shoulder, together again, as they enter the #STLCards Hall of Fame later this year. youtu.be/WNAvbSvvnhE?...

The One Detail Everyone’s Missing About This Vote | Bernie on Cardinals HOF Nominees

YouTube video by STL Sports Central

Bernie Miklasz @bmiklasz.bsky.social · 25/02/2026

Bernie Show: The #STLCards already have their 2026 closer in place, so the choice is obvious. There's no reason to overthink this. youtu.be/wNC_5Iuzcvk?...

The Cardinals Have Their 2026 Closer Already, Stop Overthinking It

YouTube video by STL Sports Central

Bernie Miklasz @bmiklasz.bsky.social · 24/02/2026

Bernie Show: The #STLCards franchise hasn't lost 100+ games in a season since it happened in 1907 and again in 1908. What about the rebuilding 2026 Cardinals -- are they next? How low can they go? youtu.be/C2KSbFIKJvU?...

How Low Can This Cardinals Rebuild Go?

YouTube video by STL Sports Central

Bernie Miklasz @bmiklasz.bsky.social · 23/02/2026

In my new Redbird Review column, I took a deeper look at all things Ramon Urias. The #STLCards new utility infielder and right-handed bat was a sensible signing by Chaim Bloom. stlsportscentral.com/2026/02/23/b...

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REDBIRD REVIEW: Urias More Than Just a Passenger

Ramon Urias gives manager Oli Marmol another piece to move and shift around on the Cardinals infield.

Bernie Miklasz @bmiklasz.bsky.social · 23/02/2026

Bernie Show: A future #STLCards star broke one of my longstanding "rules" about spring training ... and I loved it. youtu.be/3pJaE7MC8NA?...

The Cardinals Prospect Who Just Broke Bernie’s Rule

YouTube video by STL Sports Central

Bernie Miklasz @bmiklasz.bsky.social · 20/02/2026

Bernie Show: My list of 9 #STLCards players I'm pulling for as the team begins play in the Grapefruit League. Only 34 days to the regular-season opener. youtu.be/cGYXt5fekCs?...

Stop Panicking About “Leadership”, The 2026 Cardinals Need One Thing More

YouTube video by STL Sports Central

Bernie Miklasz @bmiklasz.bsky.social · 19/02/2026

Bernie Show: As the Lars Nootbaar fiasco shows, the #STLCards still have a problem with how they handle injuries. Been going on a long time. youtu.be/YQgcz-Ajoqo?...

The Cardinals’ Biggest “Invisible” Problem Is Back Again

YouTube video by STL Sports Central

Bernie Miklasz @bmiklasz.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

Bernie Show: #STLCards president of baseball ops Chaim Bloom is merging the modern with the old-fashioned. Technology + tradition. Honoring the past while moving quickly into the future. Oh, and he's doubled the size of the all-systems baseball operation. youtu.be/aKnvyrmxVEk?...

Chaim Bloom Just Did Something The Cardinals Never Did Before

YouTube video by STL Sports Central

Bernie Miklasz @bmiklasz.bsky.social · 17/02/2026

Bernie Show: Sorry haters. But #STLCards manager Oli Marmol isn't going anywhere. He's in a happy place, fired up about leading a young team in a rebuild -- and entering a sweet-spot phase of his managerial career. youtu.be/uM5Sx4RHxGQ?...

The Marmol Truth Nobody Wants To Hear In St. Louis

YouTube video by STL Sports Central

Bernie Miklasz @bmiklasz.bsky.social · 16/02/2026

Bernie's Redbird Review: 5 things on my mind as the #STLCards enter the full-squad mode at spring training. stlsportscentral.com/2026/02/16/b...

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REDBIRD REVIEW: Five Questions with Cards Season 38 Days Away

Is J.J. Wetherholt the next true franchise star?

Bernie Miklasz @bmiklasz.bsky.social · 16/02/2026

Bernie Show: After a poor 2025, can the #STLCards offense be even worse, and have less power, in 2026? youtu.be/rozy3rQbmPM?...

The 2026 Cardinals Offense Might Be Worse Than You Think

YouTube video by STL Sports Central