In this post-Christmas edition of Card Central 365, Ethan Hannaford and Hunter Mulholland continue Part 2 of their “Most Intriguing St. Louis Cardinals Storylines for 2026” series, diving deep into two major question marks that could shape the future of the franchise. The guys examine whether speedster Victor Scott can take a meaningful offensive leap and fully unlock his elite baserunning ability, and they break down Matthew Liberatore’s roller-coaster 2025 season — including what caused his mid-season struggles and what the Cardinals are doing to prepare him for a heavier workload moving forward. From roster development and pitching stamina to lineup construction and run creation, this episode is packed with thoughtful analysis on the Cardinals’ young core and what to watch as 2026 approaches.