The Cardinals plan to call up catcher Leo Bernal from Triple-A Memphis. Bernal, 22, is currently hitting .278 with 67 runs, 104 hits, 19 doubles, 2 triples, 16 home runs, 77 RBI’s, 9 stolen bases, and 51 walks in 2026. The batting average, runs, hits, home runs, RBI’s, and walks are all career highs for Bernal.

In 2024, combined between High-A Peoria and Double-A Springfield, Bernal had a career high (2) triples.

Bernal had career highs in both doubles (19) and stolen bases (13) in 2025, with Double-A Springfield. Bernal also won the 2025 Minor League Gold Glove Award at catcher.

Overall, Bernal is currently in his 6th minor league season. Bernal has played 485 games with 263 runs, 448 hits, 88 doubles, 7 triples, 55 home runs, 306 RBI’s, 37 stolen bases, 221 walks, and a .257 batting average.

Bernal currently ranks as the Cardinals 7th best prospect.

Bernal is expected to make his MLB debut on Tuesday night at Dodger Stadium against the Los Angeles Dodgers.