Leonardo Bernal, a catching prospect for the St. Louis Cardinals, has been added to MLB Pipeline's Top 100 Prospects list at No. 100, following the graduation of Chicago Cubs pitcher Cade Horton. This marks a return to three prospects on the Top 100 list for the Cardinals after Tink Hence's recent injury struggle. Bernal, 21, has been stellar for Double-A Springfield, boasting a .284 batting average with 11 home runs and 41 RBIs in just 51 games. His stats rank him among the top hitters in the Texas League, making him a candidate for the 40-man roster next season.

Bernal's ascent in the Cardinals' rankings has pushed him into the organization's top three prospects, overtaking Hence who has recently returned from injury. The Cardinals' catching depth is notable, featuring other promising talents such as Jimmy Crooks and Rainiel Rodriguez. With a strong performance, Bernal could influence the team's decision-making regarding their future catching assignments.