Bernie Central

The St. Louis Cardinals are turning heads across baseball. After starting the 2025 season in a deep hole, they’ve rebounded with a 16–6 stretch, clawing their way back into the NL Central race. Bernie Miklasz dives into the heart of this turnaround: how the team built a winning identity despite payroll cuts, why manager Oli Marmol and his staff deserve more respect, and how the Cards are outpacing...

The I-70 rivalry is back this weekend, and Bernie Miklasz has thoughts. In this episode of The Bernie Show, Bernie examines the historical and recent comparisons between the St. Louis Cardinals and Kansas City Royals. While the Cardinals boast more overall success, the Royals have dominated where it matters most recently: October. With more postseason wins, two pennants, and a World Series since 2...

The St. Louis Cardinals have pulled off a remarkable turnaround. Bernie Miklasz dives deep into the numbers, the mindset, and the bullpen brilliance that have fueled their 14-5 run since April 25. From rock bottom in Atlanta to surging up the NL Central standings, this team is showing heart, depth, and real potential. Are they for real? Bernie says yes, and backs it up with facts. 👑 Presented by...

MLB has lifted Pete Rose’s lifetime ban, but only after his death. In this episode of The Bernie Show, Bernie Miklasz delivers a passionate monologue on baseball’s moral hypocrisy. From the BBWAA’s double standards to MLB’s billion-dollar embrace of legalized gambling, Bernie argues it’s long past time to separate Pete Rose’s on-field greatness from his off-field flaws. He breaks down the flawed H...

The Cardinals have won NINE in a row and are baseball’s hottest team. Bernie Miklasz breaks down Monday’s thrilling 3-2 win over the Phillies and explains why this St. Louis team is suddenly so dangerous. From the bullpen resurgence to breakout performances by Herrera, Leahy, and Winn, this is a team playing with purpose and underdog energy. Plus, Bernie addresses the lack of national respect and...

The St. Louis Cardinals have caught fire, winning 10 of 12 games since April 30, including an 8-game win streak, and Bernie Miklasz is here to break it all down. Is this hot streak a sign of real change or just another short-lived burst? Bernie dives into the surprising success of a roster that cost $37 million less than last year, highlights key contributors like Victor Scott II and Libby, and qu...

Ivan Herrera is back from injury, and Bernie Miklasz says it’s time for the St. Louis Cardinals to stop messing around. In this episode of The Bernie Show, Bernie lays out the undeniable case for Herrera as the team’s full-time designated hitter. He dives into Herrera’s elite offensive stats, rips the team’s pathetic DH production, and explains why keeping Herrera out of catching duties is both sm...

In this episode of The Bernie Show, Bernie Miklasz breaks down the incredible emergence of Victor Scott Il as one of the most exciting players on the St. Louis Cardinals roster. From his blazing speed and elite defense to a revamped offensive game, Scott has quickly gone from overwhelmed rookie to irreplaceable spark plug. Bernie explains how Scott's all-around skills harken back to the days of Wh...

The St. Louis Cardinals are finally trending up, winning six of their last eight games. But Bernie Miklasz dives into a growing concern: young sluggers Jordan Walker and Nolan Gorman are floundering badly. From plummeting bat speed to sky-high strikeout and chase rates, Bernie breaks down the stats that show why the patience may soon run out. Could a Memphis demotion be next? 🔥 Get your first mon...

Bernie Miklasz dives deep into the St. Louis Cardinals puzzling pitching decisions, particularly the club’s refusal to give promising young arm Michael McGreevy a legitimate shot in the rotation, despite consistent success at the big-league level. Meanwhile, Andre Pallante continues to struggle, and the Cardinals seem content to let him work it out in real time. Bernie calls out the organization’s...

The Bernie Show is back with a raw and emotional reaction to the St. Louis Blues’ crushing Game 7 loss to the Winnipeg Jets. After leading nearly the entire game and holding a 3–1 edge entering the third period, the Blues gave up two goals in the final minutes, including the equalizer with just 1.6 seconds left, before falling in double overtime. Bernie breaks down what went wrong: the failure to...

Bernie Miklasz brings you a rare live edition of the Bernie Show today, as the Cardinals and Reds are in a rain delay. Bernie recaps Game 5 for the Blues and Jets and what changes he wants to see for Friday night's Game 6 back in St. Louis. 🔥 Get your first month free at BlueChew with code ‘BERNIE’ https://bluechew.com 👑 Presented by DraftKings. The Crown is Yours. 🍎 Listen to show on Apple: ht...

In this April 30th episode of The Bernie Show, Bernie Miklasz dives deep into Game 5 of the Blues-Jets first-round NHL playoff series, with the series tied 2–2. Bernie focuses on Winnipeg goalie Connor Hellebuyck’s persistent postseason struggles, emphasizing that despite his regular season success, his performance in the playoffs has been abysmal—highlighted by recent blowouts and a shocking stat...

Bernie Miklasz reflects on the passing of legendary St. Louis Cardinals GM Walt Jocketty and the golden era of Cardinals baseball. From Pujols to postseason memories at Busch, Bernie walks us through the years of dominance and contrasts them with the team’s current disarray, lack of identity, and waning fan support. He challenges the DeWitts, calls for patience with Chaim Bloom, and pleads for a r...

In this episode of The Bernie Show, Bernie Miklasz breaks down the St. Louis Cardinals’ strange 2025 season: from their surprising offensive power at home to their brutal collapse on the road. Bernie also spotlights the disastrous bullpen performances, discusses Nolan Arenado’s puzzling home/road splits, and highlights why Kyle Leahy has quietly emerged as the team’s most reliable reliever. 🔥 Get...

Bernie Miklasz talks today about the Blues Thursday night win over the Winnipeg Jets. Winning 7-2 and making the first round matchup 2 games to 1 in favor of Winnipeg. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bernie Miklasz unleashes a passionate breakdown of the St. Louis Cardinals puzzling handling of Ryan Helsley. From dwindling usage and strict save-only policies to the ripple effects on Helsley’s sharpness and trade value, Bernie dives into the stats and strategy behind St. Louis’ bullpen mismanagement. Is Oli Marmol too rigid? Has John Mozeliak set this group up to fail? Bernie’s got the data—and...

The St. Louis Cardinals bullpen is in shambles, and Bernie Miklasz has had enough. In this scorching episode of The Bernie Show, Bernie unloads on Oli Marmol’s bullpen decisions, John Mozeliak’s arrogance, and the front office’s refusal to demote struggling arms like Ryan Fernandez. Bernie believes Marmol subtly called out Mo in the postgame, signaling deep frustration within the clubhouse. This i...

The St. Louis Blues are down 0-2 in their first-round series against Winnipeg, but Bernie says it’s not over yet. In this episode of The Bernie Show, he breaks down how two close games slipped away, why a missed breakaway by Jordan Kyrou may have shifted the series, and what the Blues need to do to bounce back at home. From five-on-five play to third-period stamina, Bernie outlines the blueprint f...

Bernie Miklasz breaks down the biggest managerial decision from the St. Louis Cardinals brutal series against the Mets: Oli Marmol’s choice to pitch Ryan Fernandez in a tied ninth inning instead of closer Ryan Helsley. Bernie explains why the decision went wrong, the flawed logic behind “save situation only” bullpen usage, and how this moment brought back flashbacks to Mike Matheny’s infamous 2014...

Bernie Miklasz responds to Ken Rosenthal’s column on MLB managers in limbo, including St. Louis Cardinals manager Oli Marmol. Bernie shares inside info on Marmol’s standing within the organization, his relationships with Yadier Molina and Albert Pujols, and why Chaim Bloom may not be so quick to replace him. Could Skip Schumaker return as manager? Could Marmol take on another role? Bernie lays it...

Bernie Miklasz breaks down the Cardinals’ 4-2 homestand, including series wins over the Phillies and Astros. From standout starting pitching to Lars Nootbaar’s spark at the top of the lineup, Bernie explains why this stretch may have saved the season. Plus, praise for Thomas Saggese, Jordan Walker’s defense, and Steven Matz’s fresh start 🍎 Listen to show on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/po...

Bernie Miklasz delivers a passionate message ahead of the St. Louis Blues’ biggest game in years — a win-and-you’re-in battle against Utah with a playoff berth on the line. Bernie speaks not as a journalist, but as a fan, reflecting on the team’s rollercoaster season, the emotional stakes, and what makes nights like this so special. From leadership questions to five-on-five struggles, from franchi...

Bernie Miklasz goes in-depth on the Cardinals’ early 2025 season, pushing back against local media overreaction to declining Busch Stadium attendance. He highlights promising signs from the team’s young core, including breakout offensive numbers and solid performances from starters like Matthew Liberatore and Andre Pallante. Bernie also urges fans to separate their frustrations with management fro...

The Cardinals showed serious fight early in the 2025 season. From sweeping the Twins to battling through tough extra-inning games. But after a gut-check loss in Pittsburgh, Bernie isn’t holding back. In this episode of The Bernie Show, presented by DraftKings, he breaks down the energy, inconsistency, and what it really means to play with heart. Can the Cards prove they’re more than just hype? Thi...