Bernie Miklasz breaks down why the St. Louis Cardinals should keep Lars Nootbaar for 2026 instead of cutting ties. With heel surgery behind him, an estimated $5.7M arb number, and two more seasons of club control, Bernie argues the smart play is patience, steady rehab, and a mid-season showcase to rebuild trade value. He walks through Nootbaar’s on-base skills, corner-outfield defense, platoon value vs righties, and the risks of selling low, plus lessons from past Cardinals assets that were held too long or moved too late. 🔥 Get your first month free at BlueChew with code ‘BERNIE’ https://bluechew.com 👑 Presented by DraftKings. The Crown is Yours. 🔗 Visit: https://stlsportscentral.com

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