The Talent Was Real, So What Happened?

Carlos Martínez had frontline ace talent, electric stuff, and a real chance to become one of the Cardinals’ great pitchers. Instead, his career became one of the most frustrating and tragic “what happened?” stories in recent St. Louis baseball history. Bernie looks back at Martínez’s retirement, the dominant years that made him so valuable, and the personal chaos that ultimately derailed everything. From his peak as the Cardinals’ best starter to the mystery shoulder treatment story that left the organization stunned, this is a deep dive into a career defined by brilliance, waste, and regret. 🌊 Sponsored by Saint Louis Hot Tub Warehouse, premium hot tubs, price match guarantee. Visit BestHotTubPrices.com 👑 Presented by DraftKings. The Crown is Yours. 🔗 Visit: https://stlsportscentral.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices