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Bernie Central
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Bernie Central episodes
- Are the Cardinals Getting Too Much Credit Already?
The Cardinals are getting national praise, but how much have they actually proved? Bernie Miklasz examines the case for Chaim Bloom’s front office and the test that could determine whether this rebuild delivers.
On this episode of The Bernie Show, Bernie breaks down the Baseball Prospectus front office ranking discussed in today’s show, the changes taking place throughout the St. Louis Cardinals organization, and why he believes fans should separate progress in player development from the challenge of building an October winner.👑 Presented by DraftKings Sports. The Crown is YoursBernie’s Substack: https://berniemiklasz.substack.com/Follow Bernie on Twitter: https://x.com/b_miklasz📺 Subscribe to catch every Bernie Show video💬 Drop a comment — Bernie reads as many as he can and appreciates your feedback!Follow STL Sports Central:https://www.instagram.com/stlsportscentralhttps://www.facebook.com/stlsportscentralhttps://www.tiktok.com/@stlsportscentralhttps://twitter.com/STLSprtsCntrlLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
30 min - The Cardinals Changed Almost Everything. Why Not Oli Marmol?
The Cardinals have changed their roster, their front office, and their direction. So why is Oli Marmol still the manager they want leading the rebuild?
On this episode of The Bernie Show, Bernie Miklasz examines the disconnect between expectations for the St. Louis Cardinals and the team Marmol has been given to manage. From Chaim Bloom’s rebuild to a revealing Tony La Russa comparison, Bernie challenges fans to reconsider how they measure a manager’s performance.👑 Presented by DraftKings Sports. The Crown is Yours♻️ Sponsored by PLM Companies https://plmcompanies.com/Bernie’s Substack: https://berniemiklasz.substack.com/Follow Bernie on Twitter: https://x.com/b_miklasz📺 Subscribe to catch every Bernie Show video💬 Drop a comment — Bernie reads as many as he can and appreciates your feedback!Follow STL Sports Central:https://www.instagram.com/stlsportscentralhttps://www.facebook.com/stlsportscentralhttps://www.tiktok.com/@stlsportscentralhttps://twitter.com/STLSprtsCntrlLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
33 min - Is the Old Jordan Walker Back?
Jordan Walker’s September slump has Cardinals fans asking an uncomfortable question: can they trust his breakout season? Bernie Miklasz breaks down the numbers behind the downturn and explains why one ugly month should not erase the bigger picture.
On this episode of The Bernie Show, Bernie examines Jordan Walker’s 2026 season with the St. Louis Cardinals, weighs his September struggles against his earlier production, and challenges the theory that the Home Run Derby caused his decline.👑 Presented by DraftKings Sports. The Crown is YoursBernie’s Substack: https://berniemiklasz.substack.com/Follow Bernie on Twitter: https://x.com/b_miklasz📺 Subscribe to catch every Bernie Show video💬 Drop a comment — Bernie reads as many as he can and appreciates your feedback!Follow STL Sports Central:https://www.instagram.com/stlsportscentralhttps://www.facebook.com/stlsportscentralhttps://www.tiktok.com/@stlsportscentralhttps://twitter.com/STLSprtsCntrlLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
30 min - Riley O’Brien’s BIGGEST Problem: Can They Fix It?
The Cardinals can’t afford to hand Riley O’Brien the 2027 closer job, but giving up on him could be another mistake. Bernie Miklasz explains why one struggling pitch is fueling the frustration, while another gives St. Louis a reason to believe.
On this episode of The Bernie Show, Bernie examines O’Brien’s inconsistent 2026 season, the warning signs behind his struggles, and what must change for him to become a dependable part of the St. Louis Cardinals bullpen.👑 Presented by DraftKings Sports. The Crown is YoursBernie’s Substack: https://berniemiklasz.substack.com/Follow Bernie on Twitter: https://x.com/b_miklasz📺 Subscribe to catch every Bernie Show video💬 Drop a comment — Bernie reads as many as he can and appreciates your feedback!Follow STL Sports Central:https://www.instagram.com/stlsportscentralhttps://www.facebook.com/stlsportscentralhttps://www.tiktok.com/@stlsportscentralhttps://twitter.com/STLSprtsCntrlLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
34 min - The Cardinals Have a Bigger Problem Than You Think...
The Milwaukee Brewers keep winning, and the St. Louis Cardinals need to confront why they keep falling behind. Bernie Miklasz breaks down what Milwaukee gets right and what Chaim Bloom must change to make the Cardinals a serious NL Central contender again.
On this episode of The Bernie Show, Bernie examines the Cardinals rebuild through Milwaukee’s approach to player development, hitting, baserunning and pitching depth. His argument: a bigger payroll and promising prospect rankings only matter if they produce a better major league team.
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36 min - The Cardinals Have a Question Nobody Wants to Ask
Masyn Winn’s glove makes the highlights, but should the Cardinals commit to a long-term contract before his bat rebounds? Bernie Miklasz explains why he believes St. Louis should slow down the extension conversation.
On this episode of The Bernie Show, Bernie examines Winn’s offensive struggles, outstanding shortstop defense, and place in the St. Louis Cardinals’ future. He also considers how Chaim Bloom’s approach to building a roster could shape the decision as the 2026 MLB season winds down.👑 Presented by DraftKings Sports. The Crown is YoursBernie’s Substack: https://berniemiklasz.substack.com/Follow Bernie on Twitter: https://x.com/b_miklasz📺 Subscribe to catch every Bernie Show video💬 Drop a comment — Bernie reads as many as he can and appreciates your feedback!Follow STL Sports Central:https://www.instagram.com/stlsportscentralhttps://www.facebook.com/stlsportscentralhttps://www.tiktok.com/@stlsportscentralhttps://twitter.com/STLSprtsCntrlLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
22 min - It Will Never Happen Again…
Can the St. Louis Cardinals ever recreate the greatness of Albert Pujols and Yadier Molina? As the legends prepare to receive their Cardinals Hall of Fame red jackets, Bernie Miklasz asks whether the franchise can build another era worth celebrating.
On this episode of The Bernie Show, Bernie examines the Pujols and Molina legacy, Yadi’s leadership after Albert left, and the challenge facing Chaim Bloom’s Cardinals rebuild. From player development and payroll to Busch Stadium attendance, Bernie explains why returning to contention and sustaining greatness are different challenges.👑 Presented by DraftKings Sports. The Crown is YoursBernie’s Substack: https://berniemiklasz.substack.com/Follow Bernie on Twitter: https://x.com/b_miklasz📺 Subscribe to catch every Bernie Show video💬 Drop a comment — Bernie reads as many as he can and appreciates your feedback!Follow STL Sports Central:https://www.instagram.com/stlsportscentralhttps://www.facebook.com/stlsportscentralhttps://www.tiktok.com/@stlsportscentralhttps://twitter.com/STLSprtsCntrlLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
27 min - Albert Pujols & Yadier Molina: The Greatest Cardinals Duo Ever?
Will the St. Louis Cardinals ever see another duo like Albert Pujols and Yadier Molina? Ahead of their Cardinals Hall of Fame induction, Bernie Miklasz revisits the October heroics, astonishing numbers, and unforgettable moments that made their era so special.
On this episode of The Bernie Show, Bernie shares a personal tribute to two Cardinals legends who helped define winning baseball in St. Louis. From the 2006 and 2011 World Series championships to their emotional 2022 farewell season together, Pujols and Molina gave generations of fans memories that still bring chills.👑 Presented by DraftKings Sports. The Crown is YoursBernie’s Substack: https://berniemiklasz.substack.com/Follow Bernie on Twitter: https://x.com/b_miklasz📺 Subscribe to catch every Bernie Show video💬 Drop a comment — Bernie reads as many as he can and appreciates your feedback!Follow STL Sports Central:https://www.instagram.com/stlsportscentralhttps://www.facebook.com/stlsportscentralhttps://www.tiktok.com/@stlsportscentralhttps://twitter.com/STLSprtsCntrlLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
28 min - SHOULD the Cardinals Do It? Bernie Weighs in
The Cardinals score 36.5% more runs on the road than they do at Busch Stadium, and Bernie Miklasz says that is not a hot streak, a small sample, or bad luck. It is the ballpark, and the gap is now the widest it has been since Busch opened in 2006.
In this episode of The Bernie Show, Bernie walks through the home and road splits that have taken over his mentions on X, answers the most common objections one by one, and shares what a Statcast contact told him about why fly balls go to die in the power alleys at Busch Stadium. Then he takes on the biggest question facing Cardinals ownership: should they move the fences in?👑 Presented by DraftKings Sports. The Crown is YoursBernie’s Substack: https://berniemiklasz.substack.com/Follow Bernie on Twitter: https://x.com/b_miklasz📺 Subscribe to catch every Bernie Show video💬 Drop a comment — Bernie reads as many as he can and appreciates your feedback!Follow STL Sports Central:https://www.instagram.com/stlsportscentralhttps://www.facebook.com/stlsportscentralhttps://www.tiktok.com/@stlsportscentralhttps://twitter.com/STLSprtsCntrlLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
31 min - St. Louis Sports Fans Need to Hear This About Stan Kroenke...
Stan Kroenke just paid a record $4 billion for the Los Angeles Angels, and within hours St. Louis reacted the way it always does. Bernie Miklasz says that reaction is the most valuable thing Kroenke owns in this city, and he is not going to pretend otherwise.
On this edition of The Bernie Show, Bernie breaks down the record Angels sale, what it exposes about MLB owners crying poor ahead of a salary cap fight, and why Mike Trout and the Angels clubhouse are genuinely thrilled.Then he retraces the entire Kroenke playbook in St. Louis: the minority stake, the publicly financed dome that printed money, the six year tank, the relocation, and the lawsuit settlement.Along the way he shares a dinner conversation with Roger Goodell, explains the real reason Jeff Fisher was hired, and defends St. Louis as a pro football market that never had anything to prove.Finally, he takes on the local reaction he calls preposterous, from the Nashville panic to the "new rival" takes, and explains what the sale might mean for John Mozeliak in Anaheim.👑 Presented by DraftKings Sports. The Crown is YoursBernie’s Substack: https://berniemiklasz.substack.com/Follow Bernie on Twitter: https://x.com/b_miklasz📺 Subscribe to catch every Bernie Show video💬 Drop a comment — Bernie reads as many as he can and appreciates your feedback!Follow STL Sports Central:https://www.instagram.com/stlsportscentralhttps://www.facebook.com/stlsportscentralhttps://www.tiktok.com/@stlsportscentralhttps://twitter.com/STLSprtsCntrlLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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