The 2025 St. Louis Cardinals are one of MLB’s biggest surprises, but what’s driving their success?

Bernie Miklasz breaks down why this team has thrived with a true team-first mentality, elite defense, and a clubhouse culture shift that has unlocked new potential.

From balanced production across the lineup to exceptional baserunning and leadership, Bernie explains why this version of the Cardinals feels different — and why they’re built to sustain success all summer.

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0:00 — Intro: The Cardinals’ Surprising 2025 Season

1:13 — Why This Cardinals Team Is Different

2:57 — The “Rudderless Wreck” Fan Comments 🤯

4:21 — How Bernie’s Preseason Expectations Have Changed

7:07 — The Secret to Cardinals’ Success: TEAM Baseball

11:07 — The Numbers PROVING the Cardinals Are Legit

14:38 — Why Cardinals’ Defense Is ELITE 🔥

18:13 — How the Cardinals Spread Out Run Production

21:09 — The Truth About Cardinals’ Base Running

24:15 — The Culture Shift That SAVED the Cardinals