Cardinals' Next Catcher Is Here | St. Louis Cardinals News

The Cardinals’ future behind the plate just got a lot brighter with Leo Bernal’s MLB debut. This 22-year-old Panama native, signed in 2021, already wows with elite defense — a Gold Glove winner, strong arm, and game control — while also hitting well as a switch-hitter. Calm under pressure, even after rough innings, Bernal’s all-around game makes him a rare gem. With veteran options like Herrera and Crooks still around, Bernal is poised to be the cornerstone of St. Louis’ catching future for years to come. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/6fb6a8deb04549f3