The Cardinals were supposed to lose in 2026. Instead they won early, and Bernie Miklasz argues that surprise success may be the most dangerous thing that could have happened to this rebuild. In this episode, Bernie breaks down why flipped expectations have fans turning on Chaim Bloom, and why chasing a wild card now could sabotage the future. Bernie explains the "losing by winning" paradox, digs into the Cardinals' slide since May 20, and calls out a national-media trade proposal he says makes no sense. He also delivers pointed criticism of Bloom's reluctance to promote young pitching during a bullpen crisis, proving he is no rubber stamp for the front office.
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